Langley for Families Foundation Raises Over $483K at 11th Annual Charity Golf Classic
The Langley for Families Foundation announced it raised over $483,000 in gross profits at its 11th annual Charity Golf Classic in Williamsburg on May 20.
Net proceeds will be granted to local nonprofits whose programs and services offer access to education, healthcare, housing and human services.
Nearly 80 golfers took part on the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club’s Gold Course with multiple opportunities for challenges and prizes, including longest drive, closest to the pin and hole-in-one grand prizes. Golden Horseshoe Golf Club Golf Pro Jeremy Hyjek joined players on the course for a Beat the Pro contest and a chance to win a new Titleist driver.
Tournament winners:
- First Place: Matt Thompson and Team at TruStage
- Second Place: Dutch Jones and Team at The Supply Room
- Third Place: Dave Deacon and Team at Leverage and Harry Suiter and Team at ServiceMaster Commercial Services
The event’s Platinum sponsors included Immediate Mailing Services, Lumin Digital, TruStage, VISA and VISA DPS.
For more information, visit langleyfcu.org.
James City County Personal Property and Real Estate Taxes Due June 5
James City County reminds residents personal property and real estate tax bills have been mailed and are due Thursday, June 5.
Those who have not received their tax bill should call the Treasurer’s Office at 757-253-6705. Taxes are still due even if you did not receive the bill.
How to pay:
- Online at jamescitycountyva.gov/epay
- Pay in person or drop it off in a drop box at:
- Treasurer’s Office, 101-B Mounts Bay Road (drop box located in front parking lot)
- Satellite Services Office, 3127 Forge Road, Toano
- By mail through the County’s lockbox service:
- James City County, PO Box 844637, Boston, MA 02284-4637
If paying by debit or credit card (in person, online or by telephone), the county cautions a 2.95% convenience fee will be applied at the time of payment. Payments online by e-Check (ACH) will not incur a fee.
For more information, call 757-253-6705 or visit the website.
Virginia DMV Warns Customers of Text Scam
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is alerting customers about a new text scam where fraudsters pose as Virginia DMV and falsely claim you owe money for unpaid fines.
According to the DMV, in the text message, scammers urgently tell residents to pay a fine to avoid having their license and registration suspended and include a link in the message. Clicking that link could result in personal information being stolen.
Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to avoid falling for a text scam:
- Don’t click on any links in, or respond to, unexpected texts. Scammers want you to react quickly, but it’s best to stop and check it out.
- Check to see if the text is legit. Reach out to the agency using a phone number or website you know is real — not the info from the text.
- Report and delete unwanted text messages. Use your phone’s “report junk” option to report unwanted texts to your messaging app or forward them to 7726 (SPAM). Once you’ve checked it out and reported it, delete the text.
You can also report a phishing text or other suspicious communication to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Hal Feder, Managing Director of Murphy Business — Va Historic Triangle Named Among Top Producers at Annual Conference
Hal Feder, Managing Director of Murphy Business — Va Historic Triangle, located in Williamsburg, a full-service business brokerage firm, was recently recognized with a Top Producer and a Multi-Million Dollar Award from Murphy Sales & Financial Corporation LLC (MBFC).
MBFC Top Producer honors are awarded to the Top 15 brokers in the MBFC network who best represent the brand through exceptional client satisfaction and high-level closed transactions.With more than 200 MBFC business brokers across the United States and Canada, the organization said Feder’s achievement is a distinguished and noteworthy accomplishment.
Mr. Feder has been a broker for MBFC since 2017, facilitating over $70 million dollars in transactions in Hampton Roads and across the nation, the organiztion said. This is the fourth time in the last six years he has been recognized with Top Producer recognition.
Business owners looking to sell or acquire businesses in the region can learn more about His services at halfeder.com.
Pool Renovations at the James City County Recreation Center Coming Soon
James City Council announced renovations to the indoor pool at the James City County Recreation Center, 5301 Longhill Road, will begin Monday, June 16.
As the pool approaches its 40th anniversary, the county said the improvements are necessary to ensure a safe and updated facility for patrons. The anticipated reopening date is Monday, Nov. 24. The pool and hot tubs will be unavailable during the closure.
Upgrades will include:
- Resurfaced pool deck
- New central drainage system
- Resurfaced interior pool bottom and tiling
- Raised pool ceiling
- Enhanced interior lighting
- Poolside showers
- Updated ADA accessible ramp and railing
- Improvements to the HVAC system
- Two poolside offices and storage space
The county has partnered with local aquatic facilities to provide space during the closure. Pool availability is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information and schedule, visit the Aquatics webpage, the JCCRC front desk or call 757-259-4200.
During the closure, Aquatic Fitness classes will be held at Chickahominy Riverfront Park, 1350 John Tyler Highway.
Center pass holders who prefer not to use the facility during renovations can request to freeze their pass or request a prorated refund of the balance of time left on their membership. For more information or to consider the pass options, stop by the Front Desk or call 757-259-4200. Thank you for your continued support as we work to enhance your experience!
For the most up-to-date information, visit jamescitycountyva.gov/2673/Aquatics or call 757-259-4200.
Temporary Speed Limit Reduction on Wythe Creek Road
The City of Poquoson announced that starting as early as June 2, the Virginia Department of Transportation will implement a temporary reduced speed limit to support safety during construction of the Wythe Creek Road Widening Project in the cities of Hampton and Poquoson.
The speed limit on Wythe Creek Road — Route 172 — will be reduced to 25 mph in both directions within the nearly two-mile work zone spanning from Commander Shepard Boulevard in Hampton to Huntlandia Way in Poquoson. Additional signage will be posted to indicate the reduced speed limit, the city said.
VDOT urges drivers to obey posted speed limits, stay alert to traffic shifts and temporary lane closures with flagging operations, and avoid distractions to help ensure the safety of all motorists as well as construction crews working in close proximity to traffic.
For more information on this project or to subscribe to future traffic alerts, visit vdot.virginia.gov/
Chesapeake Bank Announces Leadership Hires to Strengthen Fraud Prevention and Operations
Chesapeake Bank recently announced the leadership hires of Grant Garber as Assistant Vice President, Director of Fraud Prevention, Nate Cobb as Assistant Vice President, Director of Operations.
The bank said the additions reflect its “continued investment in security, operational excellence, and customer protection.”
Garber holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington and is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist. At Chesapeake Bank, he will lead the newly established in-house Fraud Prevention department.
Cobb joins Chesapeake Bank as Director of Operations, bringing a background in operations management from his tenure at Village Bank and Village Bank Mortgage Corporation, where he held similar leadership roles since 2011. Nate will oversee the bank’s operational framework and collaborate closely with the Fraud Prevention team to ensure seamless integration and enhanced efficiency across departments.
Chesapeake Bank noted the appointments come on the heels of it recently being awarded the AARP BankSafe Trained Seal, a recognition that highlights “the bank’s commitment to protecting older customers from financial exploitation and fostering a culture of vigilance and care.” Learn more here.
WATA Seeks Public Input for New Transfer Center Name
The Williamsburg Area Transit Authority continues to seek public input for the name of its new transfer center in the northern part of Williamsburg.
The new transfer center, expected to be completed in Fall 2026, will provide amenities needed for both riders and bus operators, including indoor and outdoor waiting areas, a customer service center, bus information display screens, public restrooms, and six bus bays, allowing for future service expansion, the city said.
The survey will be open until Monday, June 16 and the WATA Board of Directors will review all the naming suggestions before making a final recommendation. Community members can submit their suggestions here: shorturl.at/F8WdN.
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