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Passionate patriot, Born on the 4th of July!

Passionate patriot Ellen J. Muddiman of Irvington (left) may be the queen of patriotism. “I have always had patriotic pride,” said Muddiman, shown celebrating with...

Irvington prepares for all-American celebration

The Town of Irvington is ready to welcome residents, friends and visitors for a full day of patriotic fun and community spirit on Saturday,...

Reading of the Declaration of Independence begins at 4 p.m.

The Foundation for Historic Christ Church (FHCC) with the Cobbs Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Richard Henry...

Kilmarnock Baptist to present ‘America 250, A Grand Celebration’

Kilmarnock Baptist Church, 65 East Church Street, Kilmarnock, will present “America 250, A Grand Celebration,” a concert of American patriotic music at 6 p.m....

‘Northern Neck 250’ film returns Monday

“Northern Neck 250,” a film depicting local events during the American Revolution, will return at 7 p.m. Monday, July 6, to Compass Cinema Six,...

RFM updates July 4 holiday weekend schedule for the Reedville community

Reedville Independence Day activities and America 250 celebrations are on tap July 3, 4 and 5, organized by the Reedville Fishermen's Museum (RFM) and...

Summer Speaker Series continues July 8 with Andrew Lawler and A Perfect Frenzy

Historic Christ Church & Museum, 420 Christ Church Road, Weems, will welcome journalist and author Andrew Lawler at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, for...

Heritage of America Band concert slated Saturday in Irvington

The U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band will perform patriotic music, favorites from Broadway and film and popular tunes beginning at 6:30 p.m....

RFM announces Independence Day ‘weekend’ events

Reedville Independence Day activities and America 250 celebrations are on tap July 3, 4 and 5, organized by the Reedville Fishermen's Museum (RFM). Village residents...

’50s spirit and ’60s hits shine

A 1958 graduation celebration swings into a joyful, high-spirited musical journey back to the 1950s and ‘60s in The Lancaster Players summer production, “The...

Historic Christ Church to host patriotic readings July 2

The Foundation for Historic Christ Church (FHCC) with the Cobbs Hall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the Richard Henry...

NNO Chamberfest to showcase new music

The Northern Neck Orchestra (NNO) Chamberfest concert series will present “Music from the Americas, Scandinavia and Turkey” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 28,...

Northern Neck Chantey Singers marker dedication slated Friday

by Tina McCloud A vanishing part of the region's culture will be commemorated in a new road marker that honors the Northern Neck Chantey Singers. The...

Tickets available for carnival prizes

The 91st Kilmarnock Volunteer Fire Department Firemen’s Festival will be held from 7-11 p.m. July 30-August 8, except Sunday, at the KVFD Carnival Grounds,...

Musical delivering ‘blast from the past’ opens tonight, June 18

Break out the bobby socks and letter sweaters, the Marvelous Wonderettes are back! “The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns” will open Thursday, June 18 at...

Chamberfest concerts slated June 23 and 28

The Northern Neck Orchestra (NNO) recently announced its annual Chamberfest Concert Series, featuring legendary chamber masterworks and new compositions rooted in classical music, folklore...

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