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July 1, 2026

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Accomack School Board Meetings Now Mask-Free

Accomack School Board Meetings Now Mask-Free

By Stefanie Jackson – The Accomack school board on April 5 held a public meeting in which face masks were optional for all attendees, the first since COVID-19 mitigation strategies initially were instituted. The school board did not take action on masks at its March...
Grand Jury in Accomack Indicts 20

Grand Jury in Accomack Indicts 20

By Carol Vaughn — A grand jury meeting in Accomac Monday, April 4, indicted 20 people, including: John Higgins O’Brien III, 32, of Painter, who was indicted on charges of manslaughter, driving under the influence, reckless driving, and failure to maintain the lane in...
Accomack Board Holds Budget Hearing

Accomack Board Holds Budget Hearing

By Carol Vaughn — Six people spoke at a public hearing Monday about the proposed Accomack County fiscal year 2023 budget and four spoke at a hearing the same evening about proposed 2023 tax rates. The board is set to vote on the 2023 budget Monday, April 11. The...