Surry County VA News

Virginia leaders announced a budget compromise to launch recreational cannabis sales.

• Opens July 1, 2027 with a cap of 350 retail licenses
• Includes a 6% state tax at launch
• Part of the Senate budget that must pass by June 30 to avoid shutdown

The U.S. Department of Justice sued Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and Attorney General Jason Miyares, challenging two new state laws as...

Virginia's new Paid Family and Medical Leave program moves forward as the VEC issues its Notice of Intended Regulatory Action. The step follows April...

Surry County is tackling data center growth from two angles at once.

• Officials seek a 24-month moratorium on approvals after a 60-day pause, with...

Gunfire struck homes and vehicles on Palmyra Court in Virginia Beach overnight, with police responding just before 3 a.m. to find property damage but no victims. The incident remains under investigation and raises local safety concerns.

Surry County's fire contract dispute has been resolved after negotiations, with all 18 departments now signed.

Surry County has received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for its financial reporting, recognizing strong local government transparency and management.

A widening group of Virginia prosecutors and sheriffs is refusing to enforce the state's new assault-weapons restrictions set for July 1.

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A man has been taken into custody for an attempted abduction at a Williamsburg-area Barnes & Noble on Friday, June 12. Residents in the region should stay alert following this public safety incident.

Governor Spanberger's lack of prior Richmond experience sets her apart from every governor since 1918, creating friction even with her own party in...

• Local role: Surry County Sheriff's Office has assisted Carroll County since the shooting
• Suspect alert: Michael Puckett remains at large and...

Dr. Steve Hall rises from Surry County custodian and bus driver to superintendent, bringing nearly 30 years of local-rooted experience back home. His...

Brunswick (Lawrenceville) travels to face Surry County (Dendron) in a conference football matchup on Friday, September 25, 2026. Fans can access pregame, in-game and post-game details for this local showdown.

Virginia's General Fund revenues show solid fiscal health through May.

• Year-to-date collections grew 6.5 percent and beat forecasts by $837...

Surry County is hosting its annual fireworks celebration for the community.

• When: Friday, July 3, with gates opening at 4:00 PM
• Who: Families and friends are invited to attend
• What to expect: An evening of festivities at this local tradition

Governor Abigail Spanberger met Southwest Virginia farmers at Copenhaver Brothers Farm to hear concerns over extreme weather, rising fertilizer costs,...

The DOJ lawsuit claims Virginia's mask ban and ID rules for federal officers represent an unconstitutional state interference with federal enforcement...

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger reports progress in negotiations with lawmakers on legalizing recreational marijuana retail sales after vetoing a...

Early in-person voting for Virginia's Aug. 4 congressional and U.S. Senate primaries begins Friday and continues through Aug. 1.

Key dates to know:
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The full recording of the June 15, 2026 Surry County Board of Commissioners Meeting is now available on YouTube for local residents to review.