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Living Guide
A special supplement to The Smithfield Times March 10, 2021
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NEW TO THE COUNTY?
The Isle of Wight County Newcomer’s Guide provides all the information those who are new to the area and residents need on county services, recreational opportunities, elected officials, utilities, emergency services, and much more. The guide is available at the county complex or it can be downloaded from the county’s website.
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Meet Your Supervisors
SMITHFIELD DISTRICT Richard L “Dick” Joel AcreeGrice Chairman
CARRSVILLE DISTRICT SMITHFIELD DISTRICT Don G Rosie II Richard Grice Vice-Chairman Vice-Chairman
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NEWPORT DISTRICT CARRSVILLE DISTRICT William McCarty DonMRosie
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REFUSE & RECYCLING CENTERS Hours: Mon. & Tues.,Thurs. - Sat. 7 am – 7 pm Sun. 1 pm – 7 pm, closed Wed. Wrenn’s Mill R&R Center, Smithfield 356.1040 Jones Creek R&R Center, Carrollton 356.1037 Carroll Bridge R&R Center, Windsor 356.1018 Stave Mill R&R Center, Windsor 242.3597 Carrsville R&R Center, 516.2851 Camptown R&R Center, Franklin 516.2850 Crocker R&R Center, Windsor 356.1026 Walters R&R Center, Carrsville 516.2852
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ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY PARKS Camptown Park Heritage Park Jones Creek Boat Ramp Joyner's Bridge Boat Ramp Nike Park Riverview Park Robinson Park Tyler's Beach Boat Ramp, Harbor & Public Beach Fort Boykin Historic Park Historic Fort Huger
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Board of Supervisors ATTEND A MEETING
The Board of Supervisors meets each month on the third Thursday with a closed session at 5 p.m. The public meeting starts at 6 p.m. and is held on the second floor of the community development building (old county administration building) on U.S. 258, midway between Smithfield and Windsor. The Board of Supervisors also holds a work session that is open to the public at 6 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Each of the five districts in Isle of Wight County elects a representative to the five-member Board of Supervisors. The supervisors are county residents who are popularly elected. Elections are held for a seat in each of the respective districts — Newport (Carrollton area), Smithfield, Hardy (Courthouse/Rushmere areas), Windsor and Carrsville. The supervisors’ four-year terms are staggered. Representatives from Newport, Windsor and Smithfield districts are elected in one year, and representatives from Hardy and Carrsville districts are elected two years later. The Board of Supervisors appropriates funds for county operations and projects by using revenues acquired via the imposition of taxes. The supervisors establish and influence the direction of the county’s programs and services through the taxes levied and the priorities set in the annual budget. Amendments to that budget may be made throughout the year. The board also passes all ordinances and determines all policies that govern the county. The five supervisors retain the final authority and responsibility for governmental matters that are not
assigned to Constitutional Officers or other agencies. Board agendas and meeting minutes are also available online at www. co.isle-of-wight.va.us.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Smithfield District Dick Grice, Chairman 415 Muirfield Smithfield, VA 23430 rgrice@isleofwightus.net (H) 508-2755 Carrsville District Don G. Rosie, II, Vice-Chairman 29557 Walters Highway Carrsville, VA 23315 drosie@isleofwightus.net (C) 298-5074 Newport District William McCarty 10 Thorley St. Carrollton, VA 23314 wmccarty@isleofwightus.net (C): 646-4287 Windsor District Joel Acree 100 Whitehead Farm Lane Smithfield, VA 23430 jacree@isleofwightus.net (H): 255-2705 Hardy District Rudolph Jefferson 5073 Owens Lane Smithfield, VA 23430 rudolph.jefferson@isleofwightus.net 357-7359 (H)
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Administration
Isle of Wight’s county government offices are located at the courthouse complex on U.S. 258. County offices are responsible for day-to-day operations ranging from economic development to overseeing zoning laws and from trash collection to public utilities.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The county administrator’s office follows through on decisions made by the Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors and keeps the county government running. The county administrator, appointed by the Board of Supervisors, is the chief administrative officer of the county and manages the policies of the Board of Supervisors. Randy R. Keaton was appointed by the board as county administrator in September 2016. An administrator’s main responsibility is to see that the affairs of the county are conducted responsibly. Other primary responsibilities include recommending services, public improvements and developing an annual budget for the county. Those recommendations are reviewed and/or revised by the Board of Supervisors. The administrator also supervises county employees. The annual budget, developed by the administrator, is presented to the Board of Supervisors every spring.
COUNTY ATTORNEY The county attorney provides legal advice to the Board of Supervisors and other county agencies. The attorney prepares ordinances and drafts of resolutions for consideration by the Board of Supervisors and the Planning Commission. The county attorney represents and attends all meetings of the Board of Supervisors, the Planning Commission, the Wetlands Board and Board of Zoning Appeals and advises the boards of pertinent legalities and of the appropriateness of entering into closed, or executive, sessions. The attorney also provides county department heads with advice and counsel. Before the county approves agreements or contracts, the county attorney studies the document and provides a recommendation as to its legality. When necessary, the attorney defends the county in court or may initiate legal action on behalf of the county. The county attorney also keeps the board apprised of pertinent matters.
PLANNING & ZONING
The Division of Planning & Zoning is responsible for overseeing all planning efforts in the county by researching requests for zoning changes and proposals for new subdivisions and forwarding its recommendations to the Planning Commission. The staff also supports the Planning Commission with long-range planning initiatives including the county’s Comprehensive Plan for growth and development. The planning office researches and makes recommendations regarding subdivisions, zoning enforcement, rezoning applications, special use permits and conditional use permits. The department’s long-term planning initiatives include updating and monitoring the Comprehensive Plan, which is the county’s planning guide for long-range growth. In order to develop such a plan, the department provides long-range analysis and planning of public facilities, utilities, transportation and land use.
INSPECTIONS
The Building Inspections Office is responsible for overseeing building codes compliance in the county. It also reviews construction plans and architectural drawings; issues building permits and plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits; and conducts onsite inspections for house renovations and additions, water and sewage connections, and the demolition or razing of any building or structure.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Economic Development strives to expand the county’s tax base by seeking new businesses to locate in Isle of Wight and to retain existing industries. The office is active in public relations efforts that market the county to businesses as a possible location. The goal of the Department of Economic Development is to expand and strengthen the county’s tax base by the recruitment of new business and industry in the county and by providing the assistance necessary for existing industries to enlarge operations. The department markets the county through public relations and advertising campaigns in trade publications. Further marketing expertise is provided by the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance, of which the county is a member. Part of the county’s business strategy is the development and marketing of the Shirley T. Holland Intermodal Park. This 1,500-acre, publicly-owned park is located on U.S. 460.
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The department works in concert with the efforts of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership in locating new industry to Isle of Wight and determining precise industrial sites suitable for industrial development.
BUDGET AND FINANCE
The County’s Budget and Finance Office prepares and manages the county’s annual budget. This office, under the guidance of the budget and finance director, studies matters that generally affect the county’s financial affairs. The office is responsible for records, payroll reports, miscellaneous accounts receivable, accounting for county disbursements, and liaison with outside auditors during the annual audit.
UTILITIES SERVICES
The Department of Utilities Services coordinates the water systems, wells and sewer systems owned by the county that serve the residents of Isle of Wight and manages numerous projects. In addition, the department is responsible for implementation of the stormwater management program, and the erosion and sediment control ordinance. The Utilities Division, which is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the county’s systems, handles new service problems for county residents and reviews plans for all utility installations proposed within the county. Utility staff is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergencies. To reach assistance after hours, weekends and holidays, call 357-2151 and the Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office will dispatch the technician on call. For more information about Isle of Wight County public utilities, visit www.co-isle-ofwight.va.us.
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Administration PUBLIC WORKS
The Public Works Department maintains county-owned buildings and grounds, is responsible for refuse collection, and coordinates with the Virginia Department of Transportation to address the county’s transportation needs. Residents may call 1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-367-7623) to report road and ditch maintenance concerns. The county operates a system of refuse and recycling centers. A refuse and recycling center site consists of large roll-off containers. Manned sites are in use at Jones Creek, Carrsville, Stave Mill Road, Wrenn’s Mill, Carroll Bridge, Burdette Road, Central Hill Road and Camptown. The county currently recycles yard waste, electronics, used motor oil, used cooking oil, plastic bags, scrap metal and single-stream (which is an assortment of paper, plastic, cardboard, etc.). The Public Works Department, located at 13048 Poor House Road across Route 258 from the courthouse, also schedules the maintenance of departmental equipment; monitors the purchase of equipment and supplies, and receives citizen inquiries and complaints.
PARKS AND RECREATION
The Isle of Wight County Department of Parks and Recreation offers leisure service opportunities to the residents of the county. These opportunities range from an unsupervised experience at any of the county park facilities to participation in the many classes that are offered at several sites located throughout the county. In addition, this department is involved with many of the special events that are held in the county. In particular is the Isle of Wight County Fair held at Heritage Park on U.S. 258 near Windsor. Facilities operated by the department are Carrollton Nike Park, Fort Boykin, Camptown Park and Otelia Rainey Community
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ment Opportunity and Affirmative Action programs, compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, employee recruitment and performance assessment.
DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Interest in tourism in the county is growing and it is the mission of this department to effectively market the county’s local attractions and events to the general public. For more information on tourism activities, visit the website at www.smithfield-virginia.com.
The Department of Emergency Management’s focus is to assure that the fire and rescue needs of the county are being met. The department acts as a liaison between the Board of Supervisors and the volunteer fire and rescue agencies that serve the county. Also, this department oversees the part-time paid personnel who have been placed in the various fire and rescue agencies to assist in meeting the staffing goals. Other duties include improving emergency preparedness and working with the Department of Social Services regarding emergency sheltering. Also, the department assists various volunteer citizen committees and participates in regional emergency preparedness organizations.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Department of Information Technology is charged with ensuring that the county gets the full benefits of each technological investment. The department handles maintenance and use of county information databases, the Geographic Information System and the county website, www.co.isleof-wight.va.us.
HUMAN RESOURCES
The Human Resources Department assists county departments in attracting, retaining and motivating qualified employees. Human Resources is responsible for administering compensation programs, developing staff training, coordination of Equal Employ-
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ANIMAL SERVICES
Animal Services is responsible for the welfare of lost or stray dogs, cats and other animals in the county. Officers patrol areas and pick up stray dogs or cats. Animal Services maintains an animal shelter near the Public Works compound on Poor House Road off Route 258. Cats and dogs are available for adoption from the shelter. The adoption fees for animals are as follows: Dogs and puppies are $90, cats and kittens are $75, and all other companion animals are $25 unless otherwise noted. Adopted animals must be neutered or spayed in accordance with state law. Isle of Wight is one of only a few localities in Virginia where both dogs and cats must be licensed. Rabies certificates must be shown in order to purchase licenses.
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County Administrator Randy R. Keaton P.O. Box 80 Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-3191; 365-6204 E-mail: admn@isleofwightus.net Assistant County Administrator Donald T. Robertson 365-6202 E-mail: droberts@isleofwightus.net Director of Community Development Amy M. Ring, AICP 365-6211 E-mail: planning@isleofwightus.net
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Board of Supervisors’ staff Building Official W. Mark Drumheller 365-6213 E-mail: inspect@isleofwightus.net Economic Development Director Christopher Morello 365-6249 E-mail: telder@isleofwightus.net County Attorney Robert W. “Bobby” Jones, Jr. 365-1641 E-mail: bjones@isleofwightus.net Finance Director Stephanie Humphries
365-6373 E-mail: finance@isleofwightus.net Human Resources Director Mary Beth Johnson 365-6263 Email: hr@isleofwightus.net Information Technology Director Jason Gray 365-6214 E-mail: it@isleofwightus.net Utilities Services Director Donald N. Jennings 365-6319 E-mail: utilities@isleofwightus.net
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Public Works Director Tony Wilson 365-1658 E-mail: pworks@isleofwightus.net
319 Main St. Smithfield, VA 23430 357-5182 E-mail: smfdtour@isleofwight.us.net
Animal Control 365-6318
Victim/Witness Assistance Leah Hampton-Bilal 17106 Monument Circle, Suite C P.O. Box 80 Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-7403 E-mail: iowvw@hotmail.com
Parks and Recreation Director David L. Smith 13036 Nike Park Road Carrollton, VA 23314 357-2217 or 357-2291 E-mail: parks@isleofwightus.net Smithfield/Isle of Wight CVB Judy H. Winslow
Federal and State Officials Sen. Mark Warner Washington office: 703 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-2023 www.warner.senate.gov Norfolk office: 101 W. Main St. Suite 7771 Norfolk. VA 23510 441-3079 Sen. Tim Kaine Washington office: 231 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-4024 Fax: (202) 228-6363 www.kaine.senate.gov Richmond office: 919 East Main Street, Suite 970 Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 771-2221 Fax: (804) 771-8313
STATE OFFICIALS Gov. Ralph Northam Office of the Governor Patrick Henry Building State Capitol 1111 East Broad St. Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 786-2211 www.governor.virginia.gov
District office: 4801 Courthouse St., Suite 300 Williamsburg 259-7810 Fax: 259-7812
Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax Office of the Lt. Governor 102 Governor St. Mailing address: PO Box 1195 Richmond, VA 23218 (804) 786-2078 ltgov@ltgov.virginia.gov
18th Senatorial District Sen. L. Louise Lucas
Attorney General Mark Herring Office of the Attorney General 202 North Ninth St. Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 786-2071 www.oag.state.va.us STATE SENATE
Congressman Bobby Scott, 3rd 2328 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-8351 Fax: (202) 225-8354 bobbyscott.house.gov 2600 Washington Ave., Suite 1010 Newport News, VA 23607 380-1000 Fax: 928-6694
3rd Senatorial District Sen. Tommy Norment Capitol Office: Pocahontas Building Room No: E603 Richmond, VA 23218 (804) 698-7503 district03@senate.virginia.gov
District Office: P.O. Box 15483 Chesapeake, VA 23328 547-3422 HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Mailing address: P.O. Box 6205 Williamsburg, VA 23188
Capitol Office: Pocahontas Building Room No: E604 900 East Main Street (804) 698-7518 Fax: (804) 698-7651 P. O. Box 396 Richmond, VA 23218 District Office: PO Box 700 Portsmouth, VA 23705 397-8209 Fax: 966-9671 Richmond, VA 23218 district18@senate.virginia.gov 14th Senatorial District Sen. John A. Cosgrove Capitol Office: Pocahontas Building Room E607 900 East Main Street (804) 698-7514 Fax: (804) 698-7651 district14@senate.virginia.gov
64th House District Del. Emily Brewer Capitol Office: Pocahontas Building Room E414 900 E. Main St. Richmond Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 698-1064 DelEBrewer@house.virginia.gov District Office: P.O. Box 5 Smithfield, VA 23431 239-1213 75th House District Del. Roslyn C. Tyler Capitol Office: Pocahontas Building Room E306 900 E. Main St. Richmond Richmond, VA 23219 (804) 698-1075 DelRTyler@house.virginia.gov District Office: 25359 Blue Star Highway Jarratt, VA 23867 (434) 336-1710
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Voting The Isle of Wight County Director of Elections/General Registrar represents the county as well as the Commonwealth of Virginia in matters pertaining to voter registration and represents the community. The Voter Registrar also assists the Electoral Board. The Director of Elections/General Registrar for Isle of Wight County is: Lisa E. Betterton 17106 Monument Circle or P.O. Box 77 Isle of Wight, VA 23397 Phone: 365-6230 lbetterton@isleofwightus.net
The Isle of Wight County Electoral Board is composed of a three-member panel appointed by the judges of the Circuit Court, and is responsible for all elections that are held. The members of the Electoral Board serve staggered terms of three years, each term commencing on March 1 and expiring the last day of February three years hence. The board is made of two members of the political party of the governor in office at the time the appointment is made. The Isle of Wight Electoral Board members are: Inetha N. Holmes, Chairman Regina Haggerty, Vice-Chairman William A. Bell Jr., Secretary
Normally, two elections are held each year — a primary in June and a General Election in November. In a presidential election year there are four elections — the Presidential primary in March, the Smithfield town election in May, a primary in June, and the Presidential election in November. For more information about becoming an officer of election, registering to vote, past and upcoming elections, polling locations, and the Director of Elections/Electoral Board, visit the county website at www.iwus.net or call 365-6230.
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Clubs and organizations Isle of Wight is home to a variety of civic clubs and organizations for residents. Being a member of these groups is a popular way for people to be a more active member of their community and to improve its quality of life through various activities. The names listed are contacts, not necessarily officers in the organizations. To update information, or to have your club included, call The Smithfield Times office at 357-3288.
WOMAN’S CLUBS Woman’s Club of Smithfield The Smithfield Center Third Thursdays, noon Anita Wyrick, President smithfieldwomansclub1@gmail.com Windsor Woman’s Club Windsor Community House Third Thursdays, 7 p.m. womansclubofwindsorva.org Karen Beale, 615-9167
Relay For Life www.RelayForLife.org/IWSVA Pam Jordan 18214 Farmview Lane Windsor VA 23487 810-5207 (also point of contact for American Cancer Society Memorials) Isle of Wight Citizens Association Sentara St. Lukes First Monday, 7 p.m. 339-1207
RURITAN CLUBS OTHER CLUBS Carrollton Ruritan Club 14138 Norsworthy Dr., Carrollton Fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m. except December Jim Henderson, 238-2648 Isle of Wight Ruritan Club 17011 Courthouse Hwy. Second Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Stan Turner, 357-4873 Possum Hollow Co-ed Ruritan Club Smithfield Station First Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Jack Eure, 255-4756 Smithfield Ruritan Club Smithfield Station Second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Glen Schlickenmeyer, 344-1808
Carrollton Civic League Carrollton Ruritan Club First Monday, 7 p.m. Albert Burckard, 613-6183 albert.b@charter.net Isle of Wight County Historical Society P.O. Box Box 21 Smithfield, Va. 23541 Carolyn Keen, president www.iwchs.com The Isle of Wight Arts League 319 Main St., Smithfield Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday noon–4 p.m. 357-7707 info@smithfieldarts.org www.smithfieldarts.org
Zuni Ruritan Club 20221 Ruritan Drive, Zuni Third Thursdays, 7 p.m. Buddy Daxie, 544-4052
Smithfield 2020 smithfield2020@gmail.com www.smithfield2020.org
Hunterdale Ruritan Club First Tuesday, 7 p.m. Hunterdale Christian Church Murray Turner, 569-8607
Western Tidewater Master Gardeners Isle of Wight Cooperative Extension Office 17100 Monument Circle, Ste. B Extension office, 365-6261
Windsor Ruritan Club Windsor Community House 14 Community Drive Third Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Lenard Duck, 630-8340
Luter Family YMCA 259 James Street, Smithfield www.peninsulaymca.org 365-4060
LIONS CLUBS Smithfield Lions Club Smithfield Station Second Mondays, 7 p.m. www.smithfield-lions.com Windsor Lions Club 1st Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Windsor Town Center Mark VanEck, 255-2630
Western Tidewater Radio Association P.O. Box 323, Smithfield, Va. 23431 www.wt4ra.org Pilot Club of Smithfield Main Street Baptist Church Mission Center Third Tuesday, 1 p.m. Deloise Gwaltney, 357-3831
Christian Outreach Program 402 Grace St., Smithfield. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. P.O. Box 253 Smithfield, Va. 23431 356-9267 www.iowcop.org Isle of Wight County Fair Isle of Wight County Parks and Recreation 13036 Nike Park Road, Carrollton Jenilee Hallman, 357-2291 jhallman@isleofwightus.net Commission on Aging Isle of Wight County Courthouse Social Services Bldg. First Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Brenda Reynolds, 620-9433 Smithfield Rotary Club Smithfield Station Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Smithfield Kiwanis Club Smithfield Station Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. Jerry Healy, President Order of the Eastern Star, Smithfield Chapter #127 223 S. Mason St., Smithfield First Tuesdays, except for July and August, 7 p.m. Gertina Sorrells, 615-5136 American Legion George F. Dashiell Post 49 818 S. Church St., Smithfield First Tuesday, 5 p.m. Bob Hannon, commander rhannon5979@charter.net www.alpost49.org American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 49 818 S. Church St., Smithfield Third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Shelley Riley, 753-0118
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Clubs and organizations Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8545 and Auxiliary Second Wednesdays, 6 p. m. 223 Washington St., Smithfield 359-0665 vfw8545@gmail.com
American Institute of Architects Hampton Roads 133 Williamson Park Lane, Smithfield Marci Parrish, 356-9971 Aiahr757@gmail.com www.aiahr.org
Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary Meets at the Rescue Squad Bldg. 13080 Great Spring Road, Smithfield Second Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. Sherry Jones, 357-3474
Historic Southside Master Naturalists Virginia Cooperative Extension office Cindy Edwards, president 365-6261 www.vmnhistoricsouthside.org
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Xi Delta Psi Second and fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Debra Coombs, 356-9745 Weight Watchers Trinity United Methodist 201 Cedar St., Smithfield 1-800-651-6000, press 2 NAACP, Isle of Wight Chapter Second Mondays, 7 p.m. First Gravel Hill Baptist Church Valerie Butler, 357-3812 Isle of Wight Humane Society P.O. Box 273, Smithfield, Va. 23431 357-4214 www.iowchs.org National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees Lake Prince Woods in Suffolk Third Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. breakfast (except July and Aug.) Glen Musick, 357-2981 Isle of Wight Business Development Group Tuesdays, 8 a.m. Smithfield Gourmet Bakery and Cafe Larry Saint, 409-6957 www.iowbdg.org
Windsor AARP Third Wednesday, 10 a.m., September through June Windsor Ruritan Building Yolanda Blunt 818-1211 Smithfield Gridiron Book Club Last Monday of the month, 6:30 p.m. The club does not hold meetings in December, June, July or August. Wayne Willis, 357-9710. Isle of Wight Writers Group First Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Mansion on Main Bed & Breakfast in Smithfield, on the corner of Main and Church streets. Dawn, 357-0006. Sons of Confederate Veterans, UrquhartGillette Camp 1471 Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. Courtland Ruritan Club, 26484 Old Plank Road, Courtland. Sons of Confederate Veterans, Isle of Wight Avengers #14 Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. Carrollton Ruritan Club, 14138 Norsworthy Drive
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Houses of Worship Churches are an important part of the Isle of Wight community, dating back to the 17th century. The Church of England was the only officially sanctioned denomination in the early part of Virginia history, and its rites were administered at Newport Parish (St. Luke’s) and Lower Lawne’s Creek Parish (located at Shoal Bay). The vast lands located south of the James, however, offered religious dissenters the opportunity to worship freely as they would choose with little interference from the mother church. With this newfound religious freedom, protestant denominations were able to flourish in Isle of Wight. Today, more than 100 churches offer diverse religious experiences for residents of the county. The following list includes those churches that The Smithfield Times was able to identify. If we have omitted churches, we apologize. Please let us know if your church has been omitted so it can be included in future updates of the Living Guide. SOUTHERN BAPTIST Mill Swamp Baptist Church 6329 Mill Swamp Road Ivor 357-2575 Pastor Billy Gardner www.millswampbaptistchurch.com Email: swampchurch@outlook.com Carrollton Baptist Church 14007 Carrollton Blvd. P.O. Box 267 Carrollton 238-2399 Rev. Lee Hess sandy@sandyhess.com www.carrolltonbaptistchurch.org Smithfield Baptist Church (SBC) 100 Wainwright Drive Smithfield 357-2536 Dr. Patrick Wood, Senior Pastor www.smithfieldbaptist.org secretary@smithfieldbaptist.org Central Hill Baptist Church (SBC) 10270 Central Hill Road Windsor 357-2225 (church) www.centralhillbaptist.com
BAPTIST Bacons Castle Baptist Church 86 Bacon’s Castle Trail Surry 357-6331 Pastor Jimmy Acree www.baconscastle.com bcbc@baconscastle.com Battery Park Baptist Church (SBC) 10309 Newport St. Battery Park 357-4445 www.batteryparkbaptist.com webmaster@batteryparkbaptist.com Calvary Baptist Church 15155 Turner Drive Smithfield 357-5718 Pastor Greg Gray office@calvarybaptistsmithfield.com www.calvarybaptistsmithfield.com First Gravel Hill Baptist Church 5186 Old Stage Highway Smithfield 357-5550 Rev. Alexander Bracey request@firstgravel.com Faith Free Will Baptist Church 16053 Carrollton Blvd. Carrollton 238-3210 www.faithfwb.com Harvest Fellowship Baptist 19290 Battery Park Road Smithfield 356-9494 Rev. Randy Green www.4theharvest.org rgreen@4theharvest.org Millfield Baptist Church 31389 Millfield Road Wakefield 859-6896 Interim pastors Michael Gregory/T. Floyd Irby Jr. www.millfieldlife.org Little Zion Baptist Church 9496 Old Stage Highway Smithfield 357-4830 Rev. Dr. Melvin T. Blackwell infodesk@zionmain.org www.zionmain.org
Main Street Baptist Church 517 Main St. Smithfield 357-2604 Pastor Rev. Dr. James M. Harrison mainstreetch@aol.com www.mainstreetbaptistva.org Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 14165 Racetrack Road, Ivor Rev. Melvin Lyttle Jr. 357-2671 Piney Grove Baptist Church 1071 Carrsville Highway Franklin 562-6766 pineygrovebaptist1071@yahoo.com Poplar Lawn Baptist Church 250 Poplar Lawn Road Surry 294-3839 Rising Star Baptist Church 19180 Battery Park Road Smithfield 357-7173 risingstarbc@verizon.net Tabernacle of Praise FGBC 5283 Windsor Blvd., Zuni Bishop Nathaniel Gomillion Ngomillion@aol.com www.topcityz.org Tucker Swamp Baptist Church 37527 Seacock Chapel Road, Zuni 242-6553 tuckerswampbaptist@gmail.com Windsor Baptist Church 4 Church St., Windsor 242-6391 Dr. John D. Corson, Pastor www.windsorbaptistva.com windsorbaptistchurch@gmail.com EPISCOPAL Christ Episcopal Church 111 S. Church St. Smithfield 357-2826 Rev. Connie Gilman www.christchurchsmithfield.org cecadmin@christchurchsmithfield.org
UNITED METHODIST Benn's United Methodist Church 14571 Benns Church Blvd. Smithfield 357-3373 Rev. Betsy Caudill www.bennsumc.org bennsumc@yahoo.com Oak Grove United Methodist Church 24081 Sugar Hill Road Carrollton Riverview United Methodist Church 10696 Smith's Neck Road Carrollton Trinity United Methodist 201 Cedar St. Smithfield 357-3659 Rev. Dan Elmore www.mytrinity.org Uzzell United Methodist Church 15363 Uzzell Church Road Smithfield Rev. Rebecca Gwaltney 810-9397 www.uzzellunitedmethodistchurch.yolasite. com Woodland United Methodist Church 20051 Orbit Road Windsor 357-7499 Pastor Mandy Newman www.woodlandumcwindsor.org Ebenezer United Methodist Church 1589 Steeple Drive Suffolk 238-2359 Pastor Won Lee www.ebumc.net ebenezer@ebumc.net Bethany United Methodist Church 13717 Bethany Church Road Smithfield Rev. Lowell D. Petry 357-2921 www.vaumc.org ASSEMBLY OF GOD Living Hope Community Fellowship 10001 Fire Tower Road Windsor 357-7144 Pastor Kevin L. Payne www.4livinghope.org info@4livinghope.org
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Smithfield Assembly of God 1800 S. Church St. Smithfield 357-5539 Shawn and Carrie McDowell, pastors www.smithfieldaog.com PRESBYTERIAN Bethany Presbyterian Church 5358 Zuni Circle Zuni 242-4623 Rev. Peter T. Atkinson www.bethanyzuni.com Hope Presbyterian Church 13490 Benns Church Blvd Smithfield 542-3733 Rev. George Boomer www.hopepca.com office@hopepca.com CATHOLIC Church of the Good Shepherd 300 Smithfield Blvd. Smithfield 365-0579 Fr. Tony Yllana www.cgsparish.org admin@cgsparish.org
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Houses of Worship St. Augustine's Chapel 12083 Smith's Neck Road Carrollton 357-5213
242-4794 Rev. Samuel Askew www.windsorchristian.org staff@windsorchristian.org
CHRISTIAN Antioch Church 23011 Antioch Road, P.O. Box 36, Windsor 242-6911 Pastor Darryl Palmer info@antiochva.com
A.M.E. Brown's A.M.E. Church 655 W. Main St. Smithfield 357-7647
Oakland Christian U.C.C. 5641 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk 255-4353 Rev. Mary Anne Biggs www.oaklanducc.org office@oaklanducc.com Smithfield Christian Church 18420 Battery Park Road Smithfield 357-6644 Minister Joe Thompson www.smithfieldchristian.com Windsor Congregational Christian Church 4 N. Court St. Windsor
Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church 20279 Brewer's Neck Blvd. Carrollton 238-2246 Macedonia A.M.E. Church 12190 Smith's Neck Road Carrollton 357-6284 Holly Grove A.M.E. Church 21404 Orbit Road Windsor 357-5510 Union Bethel A.M.E. Church 14080 Bethel Church Lane Smithfield 357-6440
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Chapel Grove U.C.C. 7366 W. Blackwater Road Windsor 242-6178 Rev. H. Carlyle Church Jr. CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Mt. Tabor Church of God in Christ 13468 Waterworks Road Smithfield 357-3424 Pastor Clarence L. Sellers Jr. HOLY CHURCH OF GOD Sweet Haven Holy Church of God 22188 Brewer's Neck Blvd. Carrollton 238-9301 Bishop Nathaniel C. Johnson http://sweethaven1.org LUTHERAN Faith Lutheran Church 2730 Bridge Road Suffolk 686-0468 Pastor Kaye Hute, interim www.faithlutheransuffolk.org BUDDHIST Wat Pasantidhamma 14289 Chapmans Lane Carrollton 238-3461 gowatpa.org OTHER Healing Waters Worship Center 12172 Smith’s Neck Road Carrollton 356-1515 Pastor William M. McCarty Sr. www.hwwcnow.com hwwcnow@gmail.com info@hwwcnow.org Southside Vineyard Community Church 14353 Benns Church Blvd. Smithfield 357-7822 Pastor Matthew Havens www.southsidevineyard.org mphavens214@att.net Rescue Evangelical Friends Church 21295 Rescue Road Rescue 753-4454
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The Isle of Wight County Department of Parks and Recreation offers leisure opportunities to the residents of the county. These opportunities range from activities and special events at the facilities listed below to participation in the many classes and athletic leagues that are offered at sites located throughout the county. Facilities include Carrollton Nike Park, Fort Boykin, the Camptown Park and Otelia J. Rainey Community Center, Riverview Park, Robinson Park, the Jones Creek boat ramp, the Nike Skate Park, the Tyler’s Beach boat ramp, Heritage Park, home of the Isle of Wight County Fair, and Fort Huger. The Isle of Wight County Fair will be held Sept. 16-19, 2021, at Joel C Bradshaw Fairgrounds within Heritage Park on U.S. 258 in Windsor. Call the Parks and Recreation main office for more information at 357-2291. RECREATION FACILITIES Carrollton Nike Park 13036 Nike Park Road, Carrollton Carrollton Nike Park is situated on 150 acres and offers county residents a variety of activities. The Nike Park facility also houses the administrative offices for the Parks and Recreation Department. About 90 acres have been developed for participation in a number of activities, including fall/spring youth soccer, youth basketball, fall/spring co-rec and men’s
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Parks & Recreation softball, kickball, a large variety of mini camps, fitness classes, karate, and tennis. Two picnic areas give residents a place to go for family outings. The park also has a fishing pier, a walking trail, playgrounds, public restrooms, a 2.5-mile mountain bike trail and the newly renovated Nike Skate Park. The park also houses the Mary Wells Senior Citizens Center, and the new kayak/ canoe launch facility. Park hours are 8 a.m. to dusk. Administrative office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 357-2291. Robinson Park 20 Duke St. Windsor Robinson Park is located near the Windsor High School. The park has a large play area for children ages 2 to 12, as well as picnic tables for outdoor enjoyment. Robinson Park is open seven days a week during daylight hours. Camptown Park and Otelia J. Rainey Community Center 33475 Carver Road, Franklin The Camptown Park and Community Center, located on Carver Road in Carrsville, is a multi-purpose facility in the southern end of the county. The 15-acre facility has lighted basketball and tennis courts, picnic shelter, playgrounds, soccer field, softball field and public restrooms. A full schedule of programs are offered at the center. Meeting space is also avail-
able. Operating hours vary, depending on scheduled programs. Contact the center staff at 357-2291 for more information and rental inquiries. Riverview Park 236 Washington St., Smithfield Riverview Park, located on James Street in Smithfield, is an unsupervised location offering a softball field, picnic area, an exercise court, a walking/jogging trail, memorial garden, senior citizen outdoor activity area, playground, outdoor gazebo, restrooms and open space. BOAT RAMPS The Isle of Wight County Department of Parks and Recreation operates three boat ramps in the county. The Tyler’s Beach boat ramp, which provides access to the James River, is located on Tyler’s Beach Road in Rushmere. The Jones Creek boat ramp includes two boat ramps, parking, a staging area, a tie-down area, a fishing pier and public restrooms. The landing is located on Boundary Lane off Smith’s Neck Road, and Joyner’s Bridge Boat ramp offers access to the Blackwater River. Parks and Recreation Main Office 13036 Nike Park Road Carrollton, VA 23314 357-2291 Director David Smith dsmith@isleofwightus.net Heritage Park 21311 Courthouse Highway, Windsor The 270 acres that comprise Heritage Park was acquired by Isle of Wight County in 1999. Heritage Park is home of the Joel C. Bradshaw fairgrounds which has hosted the County Fair since 2004. Heritage Park also hosts other special events such as the Truck and Tractor Pull and the Vintage Market. Fort Boykin Historic Park 7410 Fort Boykin’s Trail, Smithfield Historic Fort Boykin, erected on the banks of the James River, was commissioned in 1623. The fort was named during the Revolutionary War after Maj. Francis Boykin, who served on Gen. George Washington’s staff. The fort, located in the Morgart’s Beach area of the county, has been refortified repeatedly since construction first began on the site in the mid-1600s. The present fort is believed to have been built during the War of 1812 and expanded during the Civil War.
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The 14-acre park offers a look back into the history of the county. You can enjoy a self-guided trail through the park and its gardens or stop and picnic at the shelter. While on tour, please walk to the newly renovated public beach. Reservations can also be made for events. Fort Huger Historic Park The American Civil War brought conflict directly to those living along the James River’s south shore in Isle of Wight County. A deep navigable channel just off shore here at Hardy’s Bluff made this a strategic military position. This site controlled river transportation and, therefore, access to Richmond. Hence, the struggle for its control by Confederate and Union forces. Fort Huger, pronounced HU-GEE, according to Confederate soldier Benjamin Washington Jones, was named for Maj. Gen. Benjamin Huger, commander of Confederate defenses in southeastern Virginia. View the ghost fleet on the James River, take the self-guided walking tour through the new trails and see the cannons mounted along the edges of the fort. Windsor Town Center 23361 Courthouse Highway, Windsor Opened in March 2019, the Isle of Wight Parks and Recreation Department is managing this facility for recreation programming. The facility is the former gymnasium facility of the Windsor Middle School and consists of a regulation gymnasium, large meeting room and a kitchen that can be used by event caterers. Programs will include youth and adult sports programming, summer camp and specialty camps, exercise and arts classes and senior programs and activities. The facility can also be rented for weddings, company parties and retreats and family gatherings. Park to Park Trail Segment one of this three-segment trail was opened in February 2019. Segment one travels from just off Church Street at Battery Park Road down to the corner of Battery Park Road and Nike Park Road. Segment one is a little over one mile in length. Segment two is currently under construction and will travel from segment one to Nike Park. The paved trail will eventually connect Nike Park in Carrollton to Windsor Castle Park. The trail provides a wonderful avenue for walking, jogging and biking. The trail is open year round from dawn to dusk each day.
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Libraries Isle of Wight has three libraries located throughout the county to serve its citizens, and all are part of the Blackwater Regional Library system. Smithfield Branch The Smithfield Branch, housing more than 40,000 items, moved to its present location in the old Smithfield High School building in 1989. The Smithfield Library Book Club meets monthly, and basic computer instruction is scheduled throughout the year. Windsor Branch The Windsor branch was the realization of a dream that started with the founding of the Friends of Windsor Library in 1993. The building, located at 18 Duke St., opened in January 1995 and was built by students at the Pruden Center. The library was expanded in 1999 to accommodate the children’s collection. Carrollton Branch The Carrollton Library opened in January 1984 in a small 600-square foot building located at the entrance of the Carisbrooke housing development on Whippingham Parkway. Staffed at first
by volunteers, it soon became a part of the Blackwater Regional Library. In 1999, the library moved to a new 5,600 square foot building at 14362 New Towne Haven Lane off Brewer’s Neck Boulevard in Carrollton. All Isle of Wight branches of the Blackwater Regional Library system offer a wide variety of materials including magazines, newspapers, literacy kits, audio books, large print books, DVDs, music CDs, graphic novels, and more. Technology services include public computers with software catered to children and adults and wireless Internet access. The libraries also feature reference services and databases, fax and copy, a community meeting room for not-forprofit groups, volunteer opportunities, and workshops, classes, and events for all ages. All branches accept and appreciate volunteers and are happy to receive book donations to go toward the Friends of the Library Book Sales, and to the branch collection, when applicable. Library cards are free and provide ac-
cess to materials at all nine branches in the Blackwater Regional Library system. All materials check out for two weeks and may be renewed up to 3 times online, in person or by phone as long as there is no hold for another customer. Visit www.blackwaterlib.org for a catalog of materials, events calendar, database access and other library information.
Carrollton Branch 14362 New Towne Haven Lane Carrollton Phone: 238-2641 Fax: 238-3932 Hours: Monday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, noon to 5p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed Sundays
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Windsor Library 18 Duke St. Windsor 242-3046 Fax: 242-3726 Hours: Monday, 1-7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, 1 - 7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed Sunday
Smithfield Branch 255 James St. Smithfield Phone: 357-2264 Fax: 357-0883 Hours: Monday, noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed Sundays
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Local Culture A variety of arts venues and organizations exist in the county. Below are some of them that residents and visitors are sure to enjoy. Smithfield Little Theatre The Smithfield Little Theatre at 210 N. Church St. presents four plays each season and some additional special shows. Three regular shows are produced in the fall, winter and spring, with a special Christmas production each year. Usually a musical, a comedy, a mystery or a drama is presented. Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for students. Season tickets, which cover the three regular shows, are available for $48. Special shows are not included in the season tickets. For tickets, call the box office at 357-7338 or visit www. smithfieldlittletheatre.org. Isle of Wight Historical Society The Isle of Wight County Historical Society works with local government and citizens to protect and preserve history for all future generations to enjoy. The society collects and preserves historical data and memorabilia associated with Isle of Wight County for the use and education of present and future generations. The society promotes research and publishes findings regarding the archaeology, architecture, history, arts, crafts, culture and genealogy of the area. The society preserves or assists in the preservation of sites, buildings, monuments, etc., of historic, aesthetic or architectural value in the area and extends appreciation of these characteristics. To be a part of quarterly meetings, tours, special projects, events and publications, visit the website at www.iwchs.com. For more information, contact Carolyn Keen at VAHistoricHouses@aol.com. Historic Courthouse The 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse at 130 Main St. in Smithfield served as the official courthouse for the county from 1752-1800. The building is owned by Historic Smithfield and operation of the courthouse is under the 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse group. Admission is free to visitors and the operations are made possible by membership in the courthouse organization and donations. The courthouse is available for rental for special events such as weddings, graduations, seminars, or any special event. For more information, contact 356-9016. For rental information, call 365-4516. Also visit the 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse Facebook page. Arts Center @ 319 The Arts Center @ 319, located at 319-A Main St. in Smithfield, is operated by the Isle of Wight Arts League, a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and recognition of the arts as an important, multi-cultural contributor to the community. The center provides arts education through rotating art exhibits, adult and youth art classes and access to the studios of eight working resident artists. Paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery and other creations by local and regional artists are available for purchase in the gift shop. Call 357-7707 or visit the website at www.smithfieldarts.org.
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Visitor Center The Department promotes a number of events throughout the year. Some of the annual events are listed below. • January — BOB Fest • February — Smithfield/Isle of Wight Restaurant Week; Flavors of the Isle • March — St. Patrick’s Day parade • April — YMCA Triathlon; Smithfield Wine and Brew Fest Smithfield Farmer’s Market (Saturdays April-October, Specialty Markets in Nov and Dec) Smithfield Picker’s Markets (Second & Fourth Saturdays April-November) Ivy Hill Cemetery Walking Tours (Second Saturdays April-October) • May —Spring Country Vintage Market; Smithfield Arts Festival; (removed Optimist 5K Run/Walk) • June — Pagan River Raft Race • June to August — The Smithfield Times Outdoor Concert Series • July – CRUSH Friday Party • August – Boardwalk Art Show • September — Isle of Wight County Fair; Autumn Vintage Market • October — Smithfield Bacon, Bourbon & Music Festival; Hog Jog; Souper Saturday; Safe Trick or Treat • November-Merchants Holiday Open Houses (Retail), Mistletoe Evening Market • December — Town Tree Lighting; “Light Up Main”; Christmas in Smithfield Antiques Show & Homes Tour; Christmas Parade; Breakfast with Santa; Smithfield Little Theater Holiday Show
For complete event information, visit www.GenuineSmithfieldVa. com
Discover fine food, specialty shops, history, hospitality and art nestled in the charming small town of Smithfield in Isle of Wight County. The Smithfield and Isle of Wight Convention and Visitors Bureau, formed in 1990, promotes the area to more than 15,000 visitors each year. The tourism office/Visitor Center is located at 319 Main St. where it shares space with the Arts Center @ 319. The Visitors Center provides residents and tourists with information about the area and other destinations throughout the state of Virginia. A map of Historic Smithfield is available at the Visitors Center for a self-guided walking tour. The map indicates the locations of a wide variety of shops, restaurants, attractions, art galleries, Windsor Castle Park and the Porcine and Lundeen Statuary Parades located in the downtown
area. Many of the town’s historical homes are listed with reference to details and architectural features. A historical interpreter can be arranged in advance to provide a guided tour for walking or for a step on tour for motor coaches. For more information, please call the Visitors Center. The Visitors Center is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The Smithfield and Isle of Wight Convention and Visitors Center is a department of Isle of Wight County. For more information, contact the department at 357-5182 or 800-3659339. Director of Tourism Judy Hare Winslow 319 Main St., Smithfield jwinslow@isleofwightus.net www.GenuineSmithfieldVa.com
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Attractions In addition to the parks, museums and cultural institutions, a number of other attractions grace Isle of Wight County. More information is below. Historic Downtown Smithfield Enjoy a self-guided walking tour, or arrangements can be made for a historical interpreter with advance notice. Smithfield is home to several historical structures, as well as public art pieces, like the Porcine Parade and Lundeen bronze statues. Pick up a walking tour map and other information at the Visitor’s Center located at 319 Main St. For information, call 357-5182 or 1-800-365-9339. The Visitor’s Center is open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Historic St. Luke’s Church 14477 Benn’s Church Blvd., Smithfield The oldest existing church of English foundation in the United States and the country’s only surviving original Gothic church building. Tours take place Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is $8 for adults, seniors age 62 and over are $7, military $7, educators $6, students $6, groups of 10 or more people are $5 each and children under 6 are free. Donations accepted. Open February through December, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Visit www. historicstlukes.org, call 357-3367 or email contact@historicstlukes.org. Boykin’s Tavern Boykin’s Tavern is named for Francis Boykin, who served as a lieutenant with Patrick Henry and later camped with George Washington at Valley Forge. Boykin inherited this land in 1780, as well as the house that had stood there since 1762. A smart businessman, he donated land for the Isle of Wight Courthouse of 1800. Conveniently, his tavern was located just next door for meals and refreshments needed by court officers and personnel, curious observers and travelers. Used as a private home early in the 20th century, the tavern was purchased by the county in 1973. Recognizing the value of such a landmark, Isle of Wight took the initiative to have the tavern placed on both the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register. Self-guided tours are available Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment. Guided tours available upon request and with sufficient notice. Call for
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more information at 357-5182. The Schoolhouse Museum 516 Main St., Smithfield 365-4789 An African-American history museum of public education built in 1932. The museum features period desks and books and offers oral histories of those who attended the school. Free admission. For information, visit www.theschoolhousemuseum. com, email theschoolhousemuseum@ verizon.net or call 365-4789. Isle of Wight Museum Founded in 1976 and housed in the 1913 Bank of Smithfield, the Isle of Wight County Museum is dedicated to the preservation of county history. Inside you’ll discover the area’s history of ham and agriculture, the impact of the Civil War and the Cold War, Isle of Wight’s pre-colonial and colonial history as well as the museum’s most notable artifact — the world’s oldest, edible cured ham. The 1902 pork product exemplifies the patented Smithfield curing process. Wave to the world in front of the world’s oldest ham’s 24/7 Ham Cam (www.hamcamva.com), and then visit the museum’s turn-of-the-century country store exhibit for a game of checkers. The museum is located at 103 Main St. in Smithfield. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The museum is closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and a staff in-service day. Adult admission is $2. For information, contact the Isle of Wight County Museum at 356-1223 or visit www.historicisleofwight.com.
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The continued success of Isle of Wight’s youth activities has resulted in a growth in popularity and participation. The achievement of these programs can be measured with children earning ribbons at the Virginia State Fair as part of 4-H to youth competing for national championships in Pop Warner football. Several county youth organizations provide a variety of activities for young people. In addition, many public and private schools, as well as churches, offer clubs and organizations for children of all ages. Pop Warner Youth Football Erik Cypress, football commissioner 371-5112 tshq.bluesombrero.com/smithfieldpopwarner Smithfield Recreation Association Chuck Allison, president 544-6838 leagues.bluesombrero.com/smithfieldrec smithfieldrec@gmail.org Windsor Athletic Association Jason Curle, president P.O. Box 334 Windsor windsorathletic@gmail.com Smithfield Youth Wrestling Bryan Roggie, head coach 651-8523 www.smithfieldyouthwrestling.com sywcpanthers@gmail.com Smithfield Soccer Club Bob Tucker, president www.smithfieldsoccerclub.org rgtucker4@gmail.com Hampton Roads Fencing Club (formerly Isle of Wight Fencing Club) www.hrfencingclub.net hrfencingclub@gmail.com
4-H Youth Development 4-H is the youth development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension committed to assisting youth, and those adult volunteers, in acquiring the knowledge, life skills and attitudes that help them become selfdirecting, contributing and productive members of society. The central theme of 4-H education is “learn by doing,” and the four H’s stand for Head, Heart, Hands and Health. 4-H participants are all youth, ages 5 to 18, taking part in programs provided by Extension personnel in cooperation with volunteers. 4-H is community centered, volunteer led, extension staff supervised, research based, home and family oriented, publicly and privately funded and responsive to change. The local 4-H program is offered through the Isle of Wight County Extension Office located in the courthouse complex. The programs are supervised by a county 4-H agent and assisted by screened and trained adult volunteers. County members may participate in projects, activities and clubs ranging from leadership, gardening, citizenship, character building, goats, heifers, hogs, rabbits, poultry, ham curing, school enrichment, weekend camps and summer camps. For information on becoming a 4-H member or adult volunteer, call 3656261. Girl Scouts Isle of Wight and Surry county girls in grades K-12 can find fun and adventure with Girl Scouts. There are many troops in the area, and more can be created with adult volunteer participation. The Isle of Wight/Surry Service Unit is an active group with many events scheduled each month, including yearly camping trips, craft fairs, an awards banquet, picnics, cultural celebrations, community service activities and more! Adult volunteers are needed. In addition to the classic troop leader, an adult can serve in a short term capacity in positions such as volunteer trainer, a workshop leader or administrative volunteer. For membership and volunteer information, contact Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast at 547-4405 or visit www. gsccc.org.
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Isle of Wight County Schools dedicates its efforts to create a learning environment that will enable every child to discover his or her unique gifts and talents. Isle of Wight County has two high schools, Smithfield High and Windsor High, which are located about 20 miles apart and serve county students in grades 9-12. Smithfield Middle School (grades 7-8), adjacent to Smithfield High, and Georgie D. Tyler Middle School (grades 6-8), several blocks away from Windsor High, serve the county’s middle school population. Carrsville Elementary School and Windsor Elementary School, in the southern portion of Isle of Wight, enroll students in grades K-5. Carrollton Elementary and Hardy Elementary, in the northern end of the county, house grades K-3 and K-4 respectively. Westside Elementary, in the town of Smithfield, serves students in grades 4-6. Registration and Enrollment A child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 30 of the current school year in order to enter kindergarten. Students are assigned to schools based on their parents’
or legal guardians’ home address. Children new to IWCS must register online at: https://www.iwcs.k12.va.us/apps/pages/ enrollment. The following documentation must be provided to the zoned school in order to complete the registration process: birth certificate, immunization record, physical examination record, proof of Isle of Wight County residence. Legal guardians must also provide proof of guardianship. Closures If schools are closed or on a delayed opening due to inclement weather, students and parents will be notified by the following methods: Connect 5 (notification to parent’s choice of home phone, cell phone or email), the division website, and TV stations. Isle of Wight County Schools is active on social media, with both Facebook (https://www. facebook.com/IsleofWighCountySchools) and Twitter (@IWCSchools) accounts. Links to both accounts can be found on the division website: www.iwcs.k12.va.us
School Directory Isle of Wight County Schools 820 West Main St. Superintendent: Dr. Jim Thornton 357-4393 Carrollton Elementary School 14440 New Towne Haven Lane 357-8850 Carrsville Elementary School 5355 Carrsville Highway 357-8844 Hardy Elementary School 9311 Hardy Circle 357-3204 Westside Elementary School 800 Main St. 357-3021
Isle of Wight School Board The School Board is composed of five members who are elected, by voting district, to four-year terms. The board members are responsible for enacting policies and approving annual budgets, major expenditures, and staff contracts. The School Board also appoints a student liaison representative, alternating between Smithfield High and Windsor high schools. Regular meetings of the Isle of Wight
County School Board are now held on the second Thursday of each month in the board room of the Isle of Wight County Courthouse on Route 258, unless otherwise announced. A closed session begins at 5 p.m. and the open session begins at 6 p.m. Board agendas, approved minutes, and a schedule of meetings are available on the division’s web site, www.iwcs.k12.va.us. Residents are invited to attend and
Jackie Carr, Chairwoman Carrsville District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 Email: jwcarr@iwcs.k12.va.us
Julia W. Perkins Windsor District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 Email: jperkins@iwcs.k12.va.us
Alvin W. Wilson, Vice Chair Hardy District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 Email: alwilson@iwcs.k12.va.us
Vicky Hulick Newport District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 Email: vhulick@iwcs.k12.va.us
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participate in regular board meetings. Residents wishing to address the board are encouraged to contact the School Board Clerk at 357-8841 no later than three days prior to the scheduled meeting. In addition, people may sign up prior to the beginning of the meeting on the signup sheet placed at the entrance to the board room. Meetings are also recorded and can be viewed on Charter cable.
Denise Tynes, Vice Chairwoman Smithfield District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 Email: dtynes@iwcs.k12.va.us
Windsor Elementary School 20008 Courthouse Highway 242-4193 Smithfield Middle School 14175 Turner Drive 365-4100 Georgie Tyler Middle School 23320 N. Court St. 242-3229 Smithfield High School 14171 Turner Drive 357-3108 Windsor High School 24 Church St. 242-6172
Isle of Wight Academy P.O. Box 105 17111 Courthouse Hwy. Isle of Wight, VA 23397 Phone: 357-3866 Fax: 357-6886 www.iwacademy.com
Isle of Wight Academy is a college preparatory school located across from the historic Isle of Wight Courthouse on Route 258. Isle of Wight Academy’s preschool enrolls 2- to 4-year-olds. The preschool and childcare center operates from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Before and after-school programs, as well as a summer program, are offered.
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Paul D. Camp Community College The Camp Community College service area, which is composed of Franklin and Suffolk, and counties of Southampton and Isle of Wight, is vital to the college’s mission to provide “accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community development in our service region, while supporting success for a diverse student population, and fulfilling the needs of our employers.” Camp is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System. Camp Community College’s Center at Smithfield, established in 1993, is located on the second floor of the Blackwater Regional Library’s Smithfield branch on James Street. At the center, the college offers an array of general education courses in areas such as English, history, humanities, mathematics, psychology and sociology, as well as career pathways courses in emergency medical services, business information technology and early childhood education. Traditional classroom settings are offered as well as interactive video and hybrid courses. A hybrid course is one in which a portion of the course is taught online, providing students with an opportunity to
utilize distance learning. Through the campuses in Franklin and Suffolk and the center at Smithfield, the college is able to offer a variety of twoyear associate degree programs, one-year certificates and career studies certificates that take less than one year to complete. Through articulation and guaranteed admissions agreements, Camp students with an associate degree can seamlessly transfer to more than 20 four-year colleges in the state. Dual Enrollment courses are also offered at Smithfield and Windsor high schools. The Dual Enrollment program allows qualified high school students to enroll in college coursework while still in high school, earning high school and college credit simultaneously. A vital arm of Camp Community College is its Division of Workforce Development, which offers a broad array of training and services to meet the needs of new and established employers throughout the college’s service region. Workforce Development offers a wide variety of open enrollment, online and community education classes, as well as customized training. Many businesses
and organizations take advantage of the Division’s WorkKeys job profiling and job candidate assessment services. There are numerous new programs and initiatives being developed that are in line with community and business partners’ latest needs and are designed to prepare students for immediate job opportunities. The college maintains a nucleus of fulltime faculty members who teach classes at Smithfield, and recruits high-quality adjunct faculty from the Isle of Wight community as well. In addition, a number of Isle of Wight residents serve on Camp boards and the Regional Workforce Development Council, helping to ensure the college’s success across the service region. Regular office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, with instruction/classes from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 925-6430 or visit www.pdc.edu.
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Farm Services Agency The Isle of Wight/Surry Farm Service Agency manages the assistance programs for farmers and landowners laid out in the federal Farm Bill. These programs are designed to improve the economic stability of the agricultural industry and to provide assistance to farmers in times of disaster. These offices certify farmers for farm programs and pay out any payments earned under these programs. County Committee members are made up of local farmers and are the local authorities responsible for fairly and equitably resolving local issues while remaining dually and directly accountable to the Secretary of Agriculture and local producers through the elective process. The agency’s responsibilities are organized into five areas: conservation, price support, disaster assistance, farm loans and commodity operations. For more information relating to federal farm programs, call or stop by the FSA office at 203 Wimbledon Lane in Smithfield. Isle of Wight/Surry FSA Office 203 Wimbledon Lane, Suite A Smithfield, VA 23430 357-7004 Daniel M. Dawley, County Executive Director
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (866) 632-9992 (Toll-free Customer Service), (800) 8778339 (Local or Federal relay), (866) 377-8642 (Relay voice users).
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Virginia Cooperative Extension Virginia Cooperative Extension provides unbiased agricultural information that enables people to improve their lives. Building on the strength of our agriculture, natural resources, family and community heritage, VCE enables people to shape their futures through research-based educational programs. Recognizing that knowledge is power, the office serves people where they live and work. Audiences are involved in designing, implementing and evaluating needs-driven programs. VCE is the link between the two landgrant universities, Virginia Tech and Virginia State, and the Isle of Wight community. The local extension agent provides outreach to people in the community and works to disseminate the latest information and research. Isle of Wight residents can access educational resources from the two universities by contacting the local extension service office. Extension agents specializing in
Community Viability, 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR), and Family and Consumer Sciences provide educational programs designed to help families help themselves and make sound decisions. New youth members and adult volunteers are always welcome in the 4-H and ANR programs of the Isle of Wight Extension. The ANR program is designed to provide unbiased information to both the commercial grower as well as the individual homeowner on: •Pesticide Safety Training •Soil Testing and Fertilization Recommendations •Insect, Disease and Weed Identification and Control Measures •Horticulture needs and issues •Lawn Management Included in the ANR program are the Western Tidewater Master Gardeners and the Historic Southside Master Natural-
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ists. Isle of Wight boasts a strong Master Gardener & Master Naturalist club to support horticulture/homeowner needs. The purpose of the programs are to prepare volunteers to implement university-based Cooperative Extension educational programs to address community issues and needs. When an individual volunteers as a VCE-Master Gardener or VCE-Master Naturalist, he or she acts as an expert of VCE. For more information, contact the local extension office at 365-6262/6261 or visit them on the web at www.isle-of-wight. ext.vt.edu. Isle of Wight Extension Service Public Service Center 17100 Monument Circle, Suite B Isle of Wight, VA 23397 365-6261
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Health Care Isle of Wight County is primarily a rural community, but it offers many local healthcare options that continue to grow and expand to meet the needs of its residents. Advanced medical and specialist care is readily available within the county, providing facilities and services for the benefit of its citizens. Sentara St. Luke’s, located in Carrollton, provides many services to local citizens, including vascular testing, echocardiography and obstetrics/gynecology care. Isle of Wight also hosts a number of dentists, optometrists, physical therapists, pharmacists and veterinarians. The following listing includes only those services available in Isle of Wight. DENTISTS Smithfield Family Dentistry Dr. Milton Cook Jr., DDS. PhD, Dr. Emmanuel Amoah, DDS 309 Main St., Smithfield Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open the second and fourth Friday of the month 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 357-4121 www.smithfield-dds.com
Smithfield Dental Dr. Luis Quiros 12746 Courthouse Hwy., Smithfield 357-6779 smithfielddentistry.com Smithfield Orthodonics Dr. Zane Berry, DDS 18496 Canteberry Lane Smithfield 357-7321 Tuesday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.smithfieldorthodontics.com Isle of Wight Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Jennifer Szakaly, D.D.S. 200 Gumwood Drive, Smithfield Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday by appointment 356-1212 Windsor Dental Care Dr. Harold Demsko, DDS Dr. Matthew Lohr, DDS Windsor Plaza Shopping Center 70 E. Windsor Blvd., Windsor Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to noon 242-6781 www.windsordentalcare.net
201 Gumwood Drive, Smithfield Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 357-3331 Riverside Eagle Harbor Primary Care 13478 Carrollton Boulevard Unit D and E Carrollton, VA 23314 238-7043 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.riversideonline.com Eagle Harbor Medical Associates 13609 Carrollton Blvd. #11 Carrollton, VA 23314 238-8751 ASSISTED LIVING Magnolia Manor at Smithfield 101 John Rolfe Drive Smithfield, VA 23430 357-3282 Riverside Convalescent Center - Smithfield 200 Lumar Rd. Smithfield 357-3282 DIAGNOSTIC CENTERS
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Health Department The Isle of Wight County Health Department is located on South Church Street in Smithfield. Mandated services include family planning, immunizations, WIC services, communicable disease control, sexually transmitted disease prevention and vital statistics monitoring. Also included are permits and inspections of individual onsite sewage systems, private wells, restaurants, mobile food units, catering, special events, migrant labor camps, hotels and campgrounds. Rabies investigation and control are part of these important services. The nursing department is also responsible for Medicaid nursing home screening. Some services are provided at no charge; others are based on income. Patients are required to bring proof of income and identification to complete an eligibility form. The department’s regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
FAMILY PRACTICES Cypress Creek Family Dentistry Dr. Gregory Mullins, DDS 1617 S. Church St., Smithfield 357-7500 https://www.smithfieldsmiles.com/
Family Medical Care of Smithfield Dr. Thomas C. Pope Dr. Shannon M. Pope Donna Smith and Mike Stevenson, physician’s assistants
X-ray, CT, US, PET Riverside Diagnostic Center - Smithfield 202 Gumwood Drive Smithfield 356-9346
Isle of Wight County Health Department 919 S. Church St. Smithfield 357-4177 Fax: 357-2838 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on holidays. Acting Director Dr. Lauren James
Western Tidewater Free Clinic Western Tidewater Free Clinic provides high-quality, non-emergency healthcare to the residents of Western Tidewater who cannot otherwise afford it. WTFC’s service area covers 2,200 square miles and includes the cities of Suffolk and Franklin and the counties
of Isle of Wight, Southampton, Surry and Sussex. The Clinic, located at 2019 Meade Parkway in Suffolk, serves residents, age 18 or older, who are uninsured, underinsured, and underserved and live at or below 300% of the federal poverty
level and are not eligible for Medicare or VA benefits. Comprehensive health services are provided, including general and specialty medical care, dental care, vision care, prescription medications, care coordination/case management, lab
and diagnostic testing, women’s health services, mental health counseling and access to hospital services and surgeries. More information can be found online at www.wtfreeclinic.org or by calling 923-1060.
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Fire & Rescue
Fire & Rescue services in Isle of Wight County are provided through a combined service delivery model composed of hundreds of dedicated volunteers and county employees. These combined services save the county taxpayer money each year and are a source of pride, not only for members but also for the communities they serve. Due to the costs associated with providing career staffing (primarily for EMS), the county has implemented a Revenue Recovery System in lieu of raising funds through an increase in the county’s tax rate. This system consists of billing patients for ambulance transports to local hospitals. Patients will be asked to provide their medical insurance information so their insurance company, Medicare or Medicaid may be billed directly.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) EMS care and transport is provided from the following locations; Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad, Windsor Volunteer Rescue Squad, Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department and Carrsville Volunteer Fire Department. These organizations utilize modern apparatus equipped with technologically advanced medical equipment, enabling responders to provide the same level of care available in localities with much larger departments. Responders are certified under rigid state training standards and have Emergency Medical Technician certifications up to the Paramedic level. The departments also work closely with several regional air ambulance agencies. Through this cooperation, emergency workers are able to airlift criti-
cal patients directly to medical facilities. Fire Protection Isle of Wight County is divided into five geographical zones, and each of these areas is primarily serviced by one of Isle of Wight County’s five volunteer fire departments. The County also has mutual aid agreements in place with surrounding jurisdictions. Residents in these zones should call 911 for emergency assistance. Isle of Wight Fire Rescue departments are independent and are responsible for their own governance and finances; however, the Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors makes public funding available to support the departments, assisting with operating costs and equipment purchases. The county owns the buildings that house all of the volunteer departments.
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Fire & Rescue Carrollton Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department 238-2474
Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department 357-3231
Carrsville Volunteer Fire Department 569-9723
Windsor Volunteer Fire Department 242-3191
Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad 357-2587
Windsor Volunteer Rescue Squad 242-6760
Rushmere Volunteer Fire Department 357-3207
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Circuit Court The Isle of Wight County Circuit Court Clerk offers many services for county residents, such as recording deeds, plats, judgments, financing statements and civil law cases, and issues marriage licenses, and processes passport applications. This is also the probate court where wills are recorded and persons are appointed to administer estates. The Circuit Court Clerk also coordinates the services for Isle of Wight Circuit Court. Isle of Wight is a member of the 5th Judicial Circuit, which also includes Southampton, Suffolk and Franklin. Isle of Wight convenes every Wednesday for criminal cases and any other days of the week for civil cases. The Circuit Court Clerk sits in on all Circuit Court proceedings and records the outcomes of the trials. The Clerk’s Office maintains files of all civil and criminal suits. In preparation for Circuit Court proceedings, the clerk coordinates the annual effort of making a jury list. Registered voter and driver’s license lists are run through a computer producing a random list and jurors are selected from that list. The clerk schedules criminal and civil trials, summons witnesses for those trials and coordinates the other details of a court proceeding to make trials run smoothly. Many Isle of Wight documents and records date back to the 17th century, and the clerk is actively restoring and preserving the materials. Historians and genealogists
frequent the office in search of historic information. In a continuing effort to restore old books and documents, the clerk, each year, applies for a Library of Virginia grant, for the purpose of restoring and preserving our old books and documents. The LVA allows one grant cycle a year. The Clerk has completed the ongoing project of digitizing records back to the beginning of record keeping the Clerk’s Office. All wills and deeds, and indexes beginning 1647 to the present are online, under Secure Remote Access, pursuant to the Code of Virginia. Old marriage records have been digitized and on computer for viewing in the Clerk’s Office Records Room. Genealogical records are now digitized by Family Search and are online, as cited on the court’s home page with the Isle of Wight County website, under Genealogy. Circuit Court Judges Carl Edward Eason Jr., Chief Judge Robert H. Sandwich Jr., Judge Lawson Wayne Farmer, Judge Matthew A. Glassman, Judge
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court The Isle of Wight Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court handles cases involving people under the age of 18. Cases range from juvenile traffic and criminal charges to matters involving abuse and neglect, child custody and visitation, and cases involving juvenile victims. The court also issues the second part of an operator’s license to juveniles in a special afternoon session, normally on the first Monday of each month. As indicated by the court’s name, domestic relations are also handled in J&DR court. The court hears all criminal cases involving immediate family members, spouse abuse cases and nonsupport cases. The J&DR Court convenes on Monday and Tuesday at 9 a.m. The judges sit on a rotating basis and also serve the cities of Suffolk and Franklin and Southampton County.
The Fifth District Court Services Unit receives all support, family and spouse abuse, custody, visitation, abuse and neglect, and juvenile delinquency petitions. Adult warrants are obtained through the magistrate’s office. The counselors for the Isle of Wight Court Services Unit are Christie Ek and Daniel Morton. Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judges Hon. James E. Wiser, presiding judge, chief judge Hon. Stan D. Clark Clerk of Court Nicole Noia Council, Clerk of Court ncouncil@vacourts.gov 365-6237 Fax 357-9086 Court Services: 365-6239
Kathleen S. Torrence, Clerk Clerk’s Office Young-Laine Courts Building 17000 Josiah-Parker Circle 365-6233
General District Court The Isle of Wight County General District Court consists of three divisions — criminal, civil and traffic. The criminal division tries misdemeanor charges committed within the county. These carry a jail sentence of up to one year and a fine of up to $2,500. The court also hears preliminary hearings in felony cases. The civil division tries disputes up to $25,000 and issues garnishments, writs and abstracts once a judgment has been entered. The traffic division tries citations
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for traffic violations and more serious traffic offenses, such as driving under the influence. Hon. Alfred W. Bates III, presiding judge, chief judge Hon. Nicole A. Belote, presiding judge Isle of Wight, VA 23397 365-6243 Clerk of General District Court Keith F. Daniel 365-6244 Fax: 365-6246
Commonwealth’s Attorney Every county, and cities of a certain minimum size, have a locally elected Commonwealth’s Attorney as required by the Virginia Constitution. The Commonwealth’s Attorney represents the citizens of Virginia in all felony matters and in many misdemeanor cases, including driving under the influence, domestic assault, drug charges and all school-related matters. For Isle of Wight, Georgette C. Phillips serves as the commonwealth’s public prosecutor. The Commonwealth’s Attorney advises the county’s law enforcement agencies of their possible legal avenues on cases and provides training to law enforcement. She drafts indictments and presents them to the grand jury of the county on term day, which is held on the second Monday of every other month beginning in January. As one of five constitutional officers, the Commonwealth’s Attorney is elected every four years, with the next election
taking place in the fall of 2023. Candidates for the position must be members of the Virginia State Bar (licensed attorneys), and residents of the county in which they are seeking office. As outlined in the Code of Virginia, the Commonwealth’s Attorney also has several responsibilities outside of the criminal realm. Other duties include some civil matters, such as vehicle and weapon forfeitures, habitual offender restorations and Freedom of Information Act proceedings. The Commonwealth’s Attorney also advises local government in areas such as the Conflict of Interests Act. Commonwealth’s Attorney Georgette C. Phillips gphillips.iwca@gmail.com 17000 Josiah Parker Circle Post Office Box 112 Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-7312
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Sheriff The Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office is led by James R. Clarke Jr. He has served in local law enforcement for over 21 years. Prior to joining Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office, he was employed with the Smithfield Police Department, rising to the rank of lieutenant. The agency is composed of five divisions: Administrative Services, Courts/Civil Process, Investigations, Uniform Patrol and Animal Services. In the event of an emergency, the Sheriff’s Office should be reached by dialing 911. All other matters should be handled by dialing 357-2151 or individual numbers as listed. Staff can be reached via e-mail by using their first initial and last name @isleofwightus.net, e.g., jclarke@isleofwightus.net. Sheriff Sheriff James R. Clarke Jr.: 357-5248
Virginia State Police The Virginia State Police is an integral part of law enforcement in Isle of Wight County. The Virginia State Police provides traffic and criminal law enforcement across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Isle of Wight is located within the Chesapeake Division, which encompasses seven major cities and the surrounding 14 counties. Troopers enforce criminal laws, provide security and safety services, investigate automobile accidents, and provide assistance to the local Smithfield Police Department, Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office, and Windsor Police Department. Equipped to handle unordinary situations, the State Police are equipped with bomb disposal vehicles, armored vehicles, and an aviation unit containing both helicopters and fixed-wing aircrafts. Other
specialties in enforcement include; canine units to include bomb, drug, and tracking/ patrol canines, search and recovery team, tactical response team, crime scene units, and an accident reconstruction unit, to name a few. The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation offers its expertise in criminal investigations, arson investigation, narcotic investigations, internet crimes, polygraph examination, financial crimes, insurance fraud and a motor vehicle theft investigations unit. The Isle of Wight/Southampton County State Police area office is located at 30010 Camp Parkway in Southampton County. Residents can reach the State Police by dialing #77 on a mobile phone which gives a direct connection with a State Police Dispatcher in Chesapeake.
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Windsor Police Department The Windsor Police Department is located at 56 E. Windsor Blvd. in the Town of Windsor and provides 24-hour professional law enforcement services for the town. The department consists of seven full time officers and also has an auxiliary police force consisting of two certified officers. Windsor Police Department 56 East Windsor Blvd. Windsor, VA 23487
Website: https://www.windsor-va.gov/ page/windsor-police/ Non-Emergency Line: 757-357-2151 Chief of Police Rodney D. “Dan” Riddle: 757-242-6799 Email: rriddle@windsor-va.gov Detective and Patrol: 757-242-6799 Police Fax: 757-242-0328 Crimeline: 1-888-LOCK-U-UP (562-5887)
Smithfield Police Department The Smithfield Police Department provides professional law enforcement for the Town of Smithfield. The Department consists of a chief of police, 22 police officers and four administrative support personnel. A full-service agency, the department provides a wide range of services. They include a variety of specialty teams, such as bicycle patrol, police boat and emergency response teams. The Department is involved in a variety of crime prevention programs that encourage the use of strategies to eliminate or reduce the opportunity for crime for residents, youth and business. Communications is accomplished through an enhanced 911 system housed at Isle of Wight Courthouse. It is currently managed under a joint
consolidation agreement between the Town of Smithfield, Town of Windsor, and Isle of Wight County. Furthermore, the Department is involved in a statewide and national information-sharing program that allows the sharing of data from record management systems with other law enforcement agencies across the nation. Smithfield Police Department 913 South Church St. Smithfield, VA 23431 Non-emergency 357-3247 Crime Line 1-888-LOCK-U-UP (1-888-562-5887, press 10) Chief of Police Alonzo Howell
For Emergencies Dial: 911
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Towns Isle of Wight County is home to two towns, Smithfield and Windsor. Town residents elect members to their own town councils, which oversee the town’s affairs. The two towns also play an integral part in county government. Smithfield and Windsor residents
pay town taxes in addition to their county taxes, and in return receive a variety of extended services. Towns are similar to special taxing districts, in that they provide services not offered by counties and collect the funds for these services.
Windsor The Town of Windsor was incorporated in 1902; it has a population of about 2,600 and is four square miles. Windsor is located on U.S. 460 in the middle part of the county. Windsor residents elect a mayor and six representatives to the Windsor Town Council, which sets policies and governs the town. The town manager and his staff implement and enforce the policies established by council and oversee the town’s daily operations. Windsor residents must also pay town taxes in addition to their county taxes. For these taxes, they receive a variety of services including door-todoor trash collection, police protection, and sidewalk and street-light maintenance. The Windsor Branch of the Isle of Wight County Public Library opened in January 1995. The library is located on Duke Street. Robinson Park, located on Duke Street, is the town’s multi-purpose park. The park is dedicated to former Mayor M.H. Robinson, and it is maintained by the Isle of Wight Department of Parks and Recreation. The Windsor Town Office is located at 8 E. Windsor Blvd., and it is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Town of Windsor P.O. Box 307 8 East Windsor Blvd. Windsor, VA 23487 242-4288 www.windsor-va.gov
WINDSOR TOWN COUNCIL MEMBERS (Meet on second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.) Glyn Willis, Mayor 757-242-3420 Greg Willis, Vice Mayor 757-242-3281 Jake Redd jredd@windsor-va.gov J. Randy Carr 650-8652 George Stubbs 650-4473 Walter Bernacki 404-2586 Kelly Blankenship 641-9380 Town Attorney Fred Taylor 200 N. Main St, Suffolk, VA 23434 926-0078 TOWN EMPLOYEES Windsor Town Hall 8 E. Windsor Blvd., Windsor, Va. 23487 242-4288 Fax: 242-9039 Website: windsor-va.gov Town Manager William G. Saunders IV
Smithfield Smithfield, located in the northern end of the county, Smithfield is the older of the two towns in the county. Smithfield is one of colonial Virginia’s best-preserved communities, and its historic district is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The town is governed by a sevenmember council elected by town residents. The town’s mayor is selected by the council members. The Smithfield Town Council meets on the first Tuesday of each month, and the Smithfield Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of each month, both at 6:30 p.m. The Board of Historic and Architectural Review meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. and the Board of Zoning Appeals meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All meetings are held at The Smithfield Center, 220 N. Church St. at 6:30 p.m. and are open to the public. Smithfield’s treasurer’s office, water and sewer department and planning engineering and public works department are in Town Hall, located at 310 Institute St. Town Hall Administrative offices are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The town manager’s office and clerk’s office are located at 911 S. Church St., and the police department is located at 913 S. Church St. Further information regarding the town is available on the town’s web site, www.smithfieldva. gov, and on the town’s local cable channel, Channel 189. Town of Smithfield P.O. Box 246 310 Institute Street Smithfield, VA 23430 365-4200
SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL Meet first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. T. Carter Williams, Mayor 500 Moonefield Drive Smithfield, Va. 23430 813-1515 Wayne Hall 513 Moonefield Drive Smithfield, Va. 23430 472-9954 Beth Haywood 224 Cary Street Smithfield, Va. 23430 515-1751 Denise N. Tynes 401 Kendall Haven Smithfield, Va. 23430 880-3695 Randy Pack 505 Jordan Ave. Smithfield, Va. 23430 542-5179 Michael G. Smith, Vice Mayor 104 Commerce St. Smithfield, Va. 23430 576-4203 Valerie C. Butler 209 Spring Drive Smithfield, VA, 23430 651-7521 Town Attorney William H. Riddick III 353 Main St. P.O. Box 190 Smithfield, Va. 23431 357-4314 Town Manager Michael Stallings Jr. 365-4200 mstallings@smithfieldva.gov
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