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A NEWCOMERS’ GUIDE TO ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY

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Isle of Wight elected officials Elected officials representing Isle of Wight county residents and their neighbors locally, statewide and nationally include: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Values Statement: “To sustain Isle of Wight County’s stature as a community of CHOICE for people, families and businesses alike while preserving and protecting our rural heritage, our bountiful mix of natural resources and our natural beauty for present and future generations.”

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Citizens are encouraged to attend meetings of the Board of Supervisors, which are generally held on the third Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Board Room at the Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex. Citizens are invited to speak during the Citizen Comments section of each regular board meeting, and regular public hearings on particular topics are held at 7 p.m. during the regular meetings. Special meetings are held when needed.

The agenda for regular meetings and public hearings is published five days in advance of board meetings and is available for review in the County

Administrator’s Office. The minutes from board meetings are also available for review approximately 30 days after each meeting. You may also review minutes and agendas online at www.co.isle-ofwight.va.us/.

More information: Rex Alphin, Chairman Carrsville District rex.alphin@isleofwightus.net Delores C. Darden, ViceChairman Windsor District delores.darden@isleofwightus. net 357-3645 (H) 636-9243 (W) Rudolph Jefferson Hardy District rudolph.jefferson@

isleofwightus.net 357-7359 (H) Byron B. Bailey Newport District byron.bailey@isleofwightus.net 357-6162 (W) Al Casteen Smithfield District acasteen@isleofwightus.net 365-9905 (H) The Board of Supervisors can be reached through the county administrator’s office, 365-6204.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT The Clerk of the Circuit Court is an elected position and serves as support for Circuit Court judges, maintains county records and provides

specific services to citizens.

The Clerk also has authority to probate wills, grant administration of estates and appoint guardians.

The Clerk’s Office is where you may obtain a marriage license, hunting or fishing license or a passport. You may record documents such as real estate deeds, plats or wills, or purchase a county map. It is also a good place to conduct genealogical research.

The Clerk’s Office is located at the Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex.

More information: Sharon N. Jones Clerk of the Circuit Court

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P.O. Box 110 17000 Josiah Parker Circle Isle of Wight, VA 23397 365-6233 COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE The Commissioner of the Revenue is an elected position with responsibilities including the assessment of all taxable property within the county and retention of tax records.

The Commissioner’s Office also assists the public with preparation of state income tax filing; issues and maintains business licenses; coordinates income tax relief for the elderly; and prepares and maintains information for land records.

The Commissioner’s Office is located at the Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex.

More information: Gerald H. Gwaltney, Commissioner ggwaltney@isleofwightus.net P.O. Box 107 17090 Monument Circle, Suite 113 Isle of Wight, VA 23397 365-6222 COMMONWEALTH’S ATTORNEY The Commonwealth’s Attorney is elected by the citizens to prosecute criminal offenses

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Mansion: The Mansion on Main Bed and Breakfast is one of the many iconic pieces of architecture that make Smithfield one of the most popular destinations for daytrips on Virginia. in Isle of Wight County. The Commonwealth’s Attorney also provides legal training and advice to all local law enforcement and other local officials.

More information: Georgette C. Phillips

gphillips.iwca@gmail.com P.O. Box 112 17000 Josiah Parker Circle Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-7312 SHERIFF/EMERGENCIES The Sheriff, an elected

position, is the county’s chief law enforcement officer.

Sheriff’s deputies also serve criminal and civil warrants and provide courthouse and courtroom security. The sheriff’s office is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

More information: EMERGENCY: 911 Mark A. Marshall, Sheriff mmarshall@isleofwightus.net P.O. Box 75 17110 Monument Circle

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Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-2151 TREASURER The Treasurer, elected by the citizens, collects all tax revenue and local fees. The Treasurer also manages the investment of county funds and represents Isle of Wight in all banking activities.

Isle of Wight’s fees include: 4Real Estate tax: 85 cents per $100 of assessed value, payable in two installments due June 5 and Dec. 5.

4Personal Property tax: $4.50 per $100 of assessed value on vehicles, motorcycles, motor homes and trailers, due by Dec. 5.

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4Boat: $1 per $100 of assessed value due Dec. 5.

4Dog and Cat licenses: After presenting a rabies certificate, there is a $7 fee for a spayed/neutered dog or cat or a $10 fee for an unspayed/un-neutered dog or cat, renewed annually by Feb. 1. Those pets with a rabies certificate valid through 2017 can purchase a three-year tag for $20 for a spayed/ neutered pet or $30 for an un-spayed/un-neutered pet.

A kennel tag covering five to 19 animals can be purchased for $35.

The Treasurer’s Office is located at the Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex.

More information: Judith C. Wells, Treasurer jwells@isleofwightus.net P.O. Box 79 17090 Monument Circle Isle of Wight, VA 365-6228 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR The County Administrator is the county’s chief administrative officer, primarily supervising management of Isle of Wight’s day-to-day operations. The administrator presents an annual proposed budget to the Board of Supervisors and carries out policies adopted by the board.

More information: Anne Seward, County Administrator admn@isleofwighus.net P.O. Box 80 17090 Monument Circle Isle of Wight, VA 23397 365-6204 ************************* STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS ************************* Governor Governor Terry McAuliffe P.O. Box 1475 Richmond, VA 23218 804-786-2211 The Virginia General Assembly begins each year on the second Wednesday

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Main Street: Smithfield’s Main Street is home to some of the area’s best restaurants, antiques shops and other retailers. Parking is readily available, and the sidewalks welcome visitors looking for a leisurely stroll through town.

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‘The heartbeat of Windsor’

BY STEPHEN H. COWLES SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-HERALD

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indsor Weekly, a cooperative effort of The Tidewater News and The Suffolk News-Herald, hit the streets at the end of March to widespread positive feedback.

“A newspaper for the Windsor community is long overdue,” said Tony Clark, publisher of The Tidewater News and the newly formed Windsor Weekly. “Windsor is an absolutely terrific place, and we’re just so proud to be a part of bringing Windsor Weekly to life.

“The initial reaction from the community has been incredibly positive,” Clark added. “It’s a lot of fun to bring a newspaper to life in Windsor and see the reaction of the people it will serve. I expect Windsor Weekly will be a tremendous success.”

Carita Richardson, the town’s mayor, has high hopes for the new publication.

“This is a very big event; the excitement is palpable everywhere.

We’re looking forward to finding out about what the people are doing, the civic organizations, the schools and students,” she said. “It’s an amazing opportunity, and we’re looking forward to this great relationship with The Tidewater News and The Suffolk News-Herald.”

Andrew Cripps, president of the Isle of Wight-Smithfield-Windsor Chamber of Commerce, added his thoughts:

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News: The first edition of Windsor Weekly comes hot off the press. The weekly newspaper is distributed to multiple locations around Windsor on Saturdays.

“I think a community newspaper that’s focused on local news and local activities is so vital to the community,”

he said. “It helps bring the community together, and it’s a sort of a common thread that is running through the town. They’ll know about what ‘s going on in their schools, town council and non-profit groups. They’ll be much more aware of what’s going on in the community and act on it.”

Liz Hines said she wants to see in the paper things such as activities going on in town that would interest the public.

A clerk at the Windsor Pharmacy since 1995, Hines describes her town as “very personable. This is a very close-knit town. Everybody knows everybody.”

The pharmacy is one of the many distribution sites of Windsor Weekly available throughout the town.

Readers are welcome to contribute through guest editorials, letters to the editor and even regular columns, such as what Mayor Richardson and Desiree Urquhart will offer.

You may also submit quality photographs of people and events that could interest other readers. Photos should be of a high resolution if sent electronically. Pictures taken from social media websites are usually too small to reproduce well in print.

To submit story ideas or for other questions, call Stephen H. Cowles, managing editor, at editor@ windsorweekly.com, or leave a message at 562-3187. Visit online at www.facebook.com/windsorweekly.

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The cannons’ echo

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ccording to Isle of Wight County Historical Society member Albert Burckard, Pvt. James M. Emory penned the only Northern account of The Battle of Smithfield.

At the county museum one Saturday in early April, wearing the Prussian blue of the Union, Burckard portrayed Emory for a presentation on the battle, afterward taking guests on a walking tour of a few of the key sites.

Relatively unknown in the pantheon of Civil War battles, the skirmish transpired over Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 1864, after a plan by Union Army and Navy commanders — to make an example of Confederates who had been harassing Union gunboats on the Nansemond River and raiding in the Smithfield area — went terribly awry.

With extensive quoting from source material, Burckard compiled a history of the battle last year for the 150th anniversary of the Civil War on behalf of the Isle of Wight County Sesquicentennial Committee and the Isle of Wight County Division of Historic Resources. The work is recounted here.

The Union planned to land parties in Chuckatuck and Smithfield, which would set out on foot before joining forces to trap a Rebel unit.

Col. J.V. Jordan, commanding a Confederate winter camp along the Blackwater River, got word that a Union gunboat had run aground on the Chuckatuck Creek. On Jan. 30, he ordered Confederate Capt. Nathaniel Sturdivant and a two-gun section on a march to reel in some Yankees.

When they didn’t find the gunboat at Cherry Grove, Sturdivant’s forces set out on foot, headed northwest. At Logan’s Mill on Scott’s Factory Road, they encountered marching south some of the Federal troops, who, after a clash in which a Confederate became the battle’s first casualty, turned around and marched back to Smithfield.

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Tour: Portraying a Federal soldier, Isle of Wight County Historical Society member Albert Burckard leads folks around Smithfield during a walking tour featuring some key sites in The Battle of Smithfield. The Civil War battle took place at the end of January and beginning of February in 1864. down the road, and there’s a Confederate cavalryman asleep on the horse,” Burckard said of the beginning of the encounter. “Both sides start firing. Neither side can tell the strength of the other side, so both sides disengage.”

When Sturdivant returned to the Confederate headquarters at Ivor, Jordan, on Feb. 1, sent him back to Smithfield, where the Federals were bottled up, with renewed forces including — as Burckard put it — “a little bit of cavalry.”

“Sturdivant’s forces are now probably close to 200,” Burckard said.

A Confederate demand for surrender was rejected at the Union barricade entering the town. The Federals withdrew to set up a new barricade at the top of Wharf Hill, which the Confederates fired upon with a field

cannon.

During the ensuing exchange, with Confederates closing in, the Federals fired a double-load from their cannon, causing it to recoil downhill and into the Pagan River.

For the Federals, the arrival at Hodges Wharf of the Smith-Briggs, sent to rescue them, must have seemed like sweet mercy. They gratefully fled toward it, at any rate.

The gunboat and two armed launches the Federals sent from the USS Minnesota were firing on the Confederates.

Sturdivant and his men positioned a 6-pounder field cannon at the foot of Wharf Hill. They managed to fire a shot into the Smith-Brigg’s steam chest, disabling the vessel, and the Confederates continued firing on the Yankees with rifled musket and cannon.

“Almost (the) entire Union landing force and the crew of the Smith-Briggs are captured, wounded or killed,” Burkard wrote.

Amid the melee, Capt. Joseph C. Norsworthy, a Confederate commander, somehow managed to claim a war trophy that today is found inside Smithfield’s 1750 Courthouse: a gold eagle that adorned the Smith-Briggs.

Of the 90 Federals captured, Emory was one of only five to survive imprisonment, Burckard said.

“I was at Andersonville for nine months, but I survived,” Burckard said, referring to the notorious Confederate prison in Georgia.

Twenty years after the fact, Emory wrote his account of The Battle of Smithfield for a newspaper, Burckard said, “and that’s how we know so much about it.”

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in January. During oddnumbered years, a short 45day session is held. During even-numbered years, a 60day session is conducted.

Following are the elected officials representing Isle of Wight County.

State Senate 3rd Senate District Sen. Thomas K. Norment Jr. (R) district03@senate.virginia.gov In session: P.O. Box 396 Richmond, VA 23218 General Assembly Building Room 621 804-698-7503 Out of session: P.O. Box 6205 Williamsburg, VA 23188 259-7810

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Park: From Windsor Castle Park’s walkways along the marsh by the Pagan River, visitors can see a variety of vistas of the area’s natural beauty. The 208-acre park features a woodland trail system, picnic and open area space, dog park, kayak/canoe launch, fishing pier, mountain bike path, scenic overlooks and the historic manor house, Windsor Castle.

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nly a couple of days after it opened, Smithfield’s latest eatery — and its first craft brewery and pub — was already hopping.

For those who missed it, that was a pun attempting to riff off one of the key ingredients Wharf Hill Brewing Co.’s master brewer, Greg Bullis, employs in the microbrewery, behind one of the business’s four storefronts.

That ingredient, of course, would be the bittering agent of hops.

When the doors opened April 1, said Wharf Hill marketing coordinator Jennifer VanHoorebeck, owner Lee Duncan was half hoping people would be a little confused as to whether it was an April Fool’s joke.

Duncan bought the building in Wharf Hill, running down to the Pagan River on Main Street, four years ago.

His idea was to renovate and attract arestaurateur to rent it, VanHoorebeck said, but the Isle of Wight County Historical Society president couldn’t find an appropriate candidate — one that would honor the building’s history.

The building dates from 1906, Wharf Hill Brewing Co. reports on its website, and belonged to an African-American fraternal organization, the Improved Elks, from 1919 to 2011.

The group met upstairs and rented space below to black businesspeople.

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Brew: Lee Duncan, who envisioned and created Wharf Hill Brewing Co. in Smithfield, works behind the bar one recent Saturday, a couple days after it began doing business. He aims to make it a destination.

Until 1919, VanHoorebeck said, three storefronts sold tractor implements.

After that, the present day bar area — where Duncan stays busy pulling pints — was Henry Tynes’ Funeral Parlor, and

later Claudette’s Beauty Palace.

The dining room, VanHoorebeck said, was the Paradise Inn Restaurant, followed by Tunney Tynes’ Pool Hall.

Then, after the crack of billiard balls had faded, Dr. Booker’s Dentist added some new sounds that pierced the silence in a different way.

A storefront farther down, which was a series of barbershops, will be used for special events, VanHoorebeck added Duncan led the renovation from the front, according to VanHoorebeck, getting in contractors as required.

“It was in pretty bad shape when he bought it,” she said.

Most of the material used in the renovation was reclaimed, and www. wharfhillbrewing.com extensively lists how the material was repurposed.

In 2012, Duncan volunteered to tear

down Spady House, which stood on Route 10 in Chuckatuck, opposite Gwaltney’s Store.

From that operation came Wharf Hill’s bathroom doors, as well as posts and beams, plus the wainscoting handrail in the event space.

Duncan’s wife Deborah was his partner in the project and also works behind the bar.

Brewmaster Bullis has been busy concocting signature Wharf Hill brews, according to VanHoorebeck.

The business is thriving in its early days, according to VanHoorebeck.

“People were looking for another meeting place, another place to go,” she said. “Lee’s vision was to make it an institution: If you come to Smithfield, you have got to stop at the pub and have a pint.”

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Out of session: P.O. Box 15483 Chesapeake, VA 23328 547-3422 18th Senate District Senator Louise L. Lucas (D) district18@senate.virginia.gov In session: P.O. Box 396 Richmond, VA 23218 General Assembly Building Room 426 804-698-7518 Out of session: P.O. Box 700 Portsmouth, VA 23705 397-8209 House of Delegates 64th House District Richard L. “Rick” Morris (R) DelRMorris@house.virginia. gov In session: P.O. Box 406 Richmond, VA 23218 General Assembly Building Room 807 804-698-1064 Out of session: P.O. Box 128 Carrollton, VA 23314 912-1644 75th House District Delegate Roslyn C. Tyler (D) DelRTyler@house.state.va.us In session: P.O. Box 406 Richmond, VA 23218 General Assembly Building Room 506 804-698-1075 Out of session: 25359 Blue Star Highway Jarratt, VA 23867 434-336-1710

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Isle of Wight Need to Know More information: Virginia General Assembly, virginiageneralassembly.gov Office of the Governor, www. governor.virginia.gov United States Senate, www. senate.gov House of Representatives, www.house.gov ************************* EDUCATION ************************* Education means much more than just reading, writing and arithmetic. The demands of the workforce place an even greater emphasis on getting a good education. Isle of Wight County is home to public and private schools, a vocational school, and a community college — all in an effort to educate tomorrow’s leaders today.

Nearby in neighboring communities, there are also several excellent choices of colleges and universities for the recent high school graduate or adults returning for a diploma.

Across the county, there are five elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools. The area is also home to one independent school, a vocational school and a community college.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS The Isle of Wight County Public School system offers a comprehensive program for grades K-12, in addition to special programs for gifted students, students with special needs, remedial instruction in basic skills, Advanced Placement classes, alternative education, pre-school and vocational education. There are more

than 5,500 students currently enrolled in nine public schools.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION A. Katrise Perera is the school superintendent as of April but plans to resign at the end of the 2014-2015 school year in order to spend more time helping with family.

You may contact the school administrative offices for information or inquiries regarding the Isle of Wight School system.

Offices are located at 820 W. Main St., Smithfield More information: 357-4393 www.iwcs.k12.va.us SCHOOL BOARD Mission: The mission of Isle of Wight County Public Schools is to provide rigorous, academic programs in a safe school environment that fosters high levels of student achievement.

The division is committed to offering educational programs characterized by high academic standards that prepare students to exceed state and national accreditation standards.

The curriculum will prepare students to be lifelong learners for the ever-changing global community.

The Isle of Wight County School Board is an elected body of five citizens representing each of the county’s five election districts.

The board sets school policy and reviews administrative actions. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Board Room at the Courthouse

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Park: Smithfield’s Windsor Castle Park is a popular place for to walk the dog, take a jog, enjoy a picnic, launch a kayak or just have a leisurely afternoon stroll.

Complex. Citizens who wish to address the School Board should contact the school administrative offices.

District reley@iwcs.k12.va.us 4Alvin Wilson, Hardy District alwilson@iwcs.k12.va.us

The school board consists of:

School Board officials can be reached through the school superintendent’s office, 3574393.

4Denise Tynes, Chairman, Smithfield District dtynes@iwcs.k12.va.us 4Julia Perkins, Vice-Chairman, Windsor District jperkins@iwcs.k12.va.us 4Ed Easter, Newport District eeaster@iwcs.k12.va.us 4Robert Eley, Carrsville

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Carrollton Elementary School Principal — Kevin Goetz

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Principal — Fred Eng 14175 Turner Drive, Smithfield 365-4100

Carrsville Elementary School Principal –— Laura Matthews 5355 Carrsville Highway, Carrsville 357-8844

Georgie D. Tyler Middle School Interim Principal — Andrea May 23320 N. Court St., Windsor 242-3229

Westside Elementary School Principal — Clint Walters 800 W. Main St., Smithfield 357-3021 Windsor Elementary School Principal — Simone Terry 20008 Courthouse Highway, Windsor 242-4193 MIDDLE SCHOOLS CMYK

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Hardy Elementary School Principal — Tawana Ford 9311 Hardy Circle, Smithfield 357-3204

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HIGH SCHOOLS Smithfield High School Principal — Joyce McDowell 14171 Turner Drive, Smithfield 357-3108 Windsor High School Principal — Daniel Soderholm 24 Church St., Windsor 242-6172 Governor’s School The Governor’s School for the Arts, located in Norfolk, offers intensive study in five arts areas: dance, vocal

and instrumental music, visual arts, theater arts and performing arts. The programs are designed for students who demonstrate strong interests and abilities in the particular arts fields.

Students who enroll in the school take academic classes in the mornings at their home schools and attend the arts school in the afternoons for three hours.

Auditions are conducted annually or on an as-needed basis. Students should see their guidance counselors for information.

Vocational School The Pruden Center for Industry and Technology is the regional school designed to serve students from Isle of Wight County and the City of Suffolk who want to pursue industrial and technical programs. Adult Education is

also offered. Adults seeking classes to enhance their job opportunities or to achieve their GED should contact the center.

The school is located at 4169 Pruden Blvd., Suffolk.

More information: 925-5651 or www.prudencenter.net.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS One independent school is located in Isle of Wight County.

Isle of Wight Academy is a non-sectarian, coeducational, nonprofit day school. Isle of Wight Academy offers pre-school through grade 12.

Isle of Wight Academy www.iwacademy.com 17111 Courthouse Highway Isle of Wight, VA 23397 357-3866 Headmaster — Benjamin Vaughan

Assistant Head of School — Jack Reynolds Assistant Headmaster for Lower School/Director of Admissions — Joseph Whitley Assistant Headmaster for Middle School/Academic Coordinator — Robin Simmons Assistant Headmaster for Upper School/Director of Technology — Chris Hooper Director of Development — Mary Margaret Wells Director of Guidance — Lisa Sumrak Athletic Director — Dale Chapman COMMUNITY COLLEGES One community college serves the Isle of Wight area.

Paul D. Camp Community College offers one- and twoyear vocational, technical and

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college-level programs at a center in Smithfield. Tidewater Community College offers one- and two-year vocational, technical and college-level programs at a campus in nearby Portsmouth.

Paul D. Camp Community College PDCCC at Smithfield 253 James St. Smithfield, VA 23430 569-6700 www.pdc.edu ************************* HEALTH ************************* New to the area and without a doctor? No need to worry yourself sick — there is plenty of health care across Isle of Wight County and nearby. The region has its own share of physicians, dentists, specialty doctors and medical facilities for whatever ails you; check the local telephone directory.

Isle of Wight Need to Know Isle of Wight is also home to hospitals and other medical facilities.

MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HOSPITALS Along with several topnotch hospitals nearby, two progressive health care organizations operate facilities offering a myriad of services within the area.

Sentara St. Luke’s Healthcare Campus offers services including urgent care, advanced imaging, physical therapy, physician practices and lab services.

Sentara Family Medicine offers family practice, pediatrics and internal medicine and more from its facilities. Close by is Smithfield Physical Therapy.

Both centers are divisions of Sentara Health System, a leader in health care in

Western Tidewater.

From Riverside Health System, a leader in health care based in Newport News, comes several offerings, including Riverside Convalescent Center, Riverside Diagnostic Center, Magnolia Manor assisted living, The Garden at Smithfield memory care residences and Eagle Harbor Primary Care.

Close by are several hospital facilities, including Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Southampton Memorial Hospital in Franklin and Bon Secours Maryview in Portsmouth.

More information: Bon Secours Maryview 3636 High St., Portsmouth 398-2200

www.bshr.com Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View 5818 Harbour View Blvd., Suffolk 757-673-5800 www.bshr.com Eagle Harbor Medical Associates 13609 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton 238-8751 www.bshr.com/primarycare Isle of Wight County Health Department 919 S. Church St., Smithfield 357-4177 www.vdh.state.va.us Eagle Harbor Primary Care 13478 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton 238-7043 www.riversideonline.com Riverside Regional Medical

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Center 500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News 594-2000 www.riversideonline.com Sentara Obici Hospital 2800 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk 934-4000 www.sentara.com Sentara St. Luke’s Healthcare Campus 20209 Sentara Way, Carrollton 542-1000 www.sentara.com Smithfield Medical Center 919 S. Church St., Smithfield Sentara Belleharbour 3920 Bridge Road, Suffolk 983-0000 www.sentara.com Southampton Memorial Hospital

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100 Fairview Drive, Franklin 569-6100 www.smhfranklin.com ************************* LIBRARIES ************************* They are windows to the world, and Isle of Wight County has three of them — libraries, that is. All are branches of the Blackwater Regional Library System and offer countless volumes and helpful staff to help meet all of your needs.

Special events are held throughout the year, such as children’s programs after school and during the summer — check with the branch closest to you for more information.

CARROLLTON BRANCH 14362 New Towne Haven Lane, Carrollton 238-2641 www.blackwaterlib.org/ carrollton Hours:

Monday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday Noon to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Friday Noon to 5 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday Closed

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.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday Closed

SMITHFIELD BRANCH 255 James St., Smithfield 357-2264 www.blackwaterlib.org/ smithfield

WINDSOR BRANCH 18 Duke St., Windsor 242-3046 www.blackwaterlib.org/ windsor

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Hours: Monday 1 to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday 1 to 7 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday, Sunday Closed More information: Blackwater Regional Library System, www.blackwaterlib.org

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************************* MEDIA ************************* For those who need to know, there’s bound to be a way to find it out.

Isle of Wight County is served by a host of local and regional newspapers, a variety of radio stations, and major television network affiliates; for county residents, information and entertainment is as close as the living room.

NEWSPAPERS Suffolk News-Herald 130 S. Saratoga St., Suffolk 539-3437 www.suffolknewsherald.com Tidewater News 1000 Armory Drive, Franklin 562-3187

Isle of Wight Need to Know www.tidewaternews.com Windsor Weekly 1000 Armory Drive, Franklin 562-3187 Daily Press 703 Mariners Row, Newport News 247-4600 www.dailypress.com Smithfield Times 228 Main St., Smithfield 357-3288 www.smithfieldtimes.com Virginian-Pilot 150 W. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk 446-2000 www.pilotonline.com RADIO STATIONS Numerous AM and FM stations are received from the

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TELEVISION Cable service throughout Isle of Wight County, Smithfield and Windsor is provided by Charter Communications.

Charter Communications 1-877-304-2364 for new service 1-888-438-2427 for other issues www.charter.com WVEC-TV 13, ABC affiliate 613 Woodis Ave., Norfolk 625-1313 www.wvec.com WAVY-TV 10, NBC affiliate 300 Wavy St., Portsmouth 393-1010 www.wavy.com

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WSKY-TV 4, independent station 1417 N. Battlefield Blvd., Suite 160, Chesapeake 382-0004 www.wsky4.com WHRO-TV 15, PBS affiliate 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk 889-9400 www.whro.org WGNT-TV 27, The CW affiliate 1318 Spratley St., Portsmouth 446-2100 www.wgnt.com WTVZ-TV 33, MyTVZ affiliate 900 Granby St., Norfolk 622-3333

WVBT-TV 43, Fox affiliate 243 Wythe St., Portsmouth 393-4343 www.wvbt.com ************************* PARKS AND RECREATION ************************* Isle of Wight is the place to come and play.

Across the county are numerous parks and other entertainment venues to rest and relax everyone in your family. Tennis anyone? How about a nice dip in the pool, or some roller skating? A walk along a nature trail would be nice, and so would a stroll along the James River.

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Windsor Castle to Windsor, you are bound to find something fun and rewarding to do in your down time.

Here are some ideas.

ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND CLASSES A number of programs and classes are offered by the county’s Park and Recreation Department, including basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, aerobics, square dancing, dog obedience, summer programs, quilting, etiquette, karate, martial arts and cheerleading.

More information: 357-2291 BOAT RAMPS AND MARINAS Brown’s Marina 10230 Brown’s Marina Road,

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Carrollton 357-4459 Gatling Pointe Yacht Club 903 Gatling Pointe Parkway, Smithfield 357-0693 gpyc@charter.net Jones Creek Boat Ramp Two boat ramps, a fishing pier, staging area and tie-down area on Jones Creek.

Boundary Lane, Carrollton 357-2291 Smithfield Station 415 S. Church St., Smithfield 357-7700 Tyler’s Beach Boat Ramp Access to James River Tyler’s Beach Road, Rushmere 357-2291

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Windsor Castle Park A special kayak and canoe launching system on a floating dock at the end of a boardwalk offers access to Cypress Creek, which feeds into Little Creek and then into the Pagan River.

301 Jericho Road, Smithfield 365-4200 www.windsorcastlepark.org

Cypress Creek Golfers’ Club An 18-hole semi-private course with driving range, chipping area, putting green, practice bunker and teaching pro.

600 Cypress Creek Parkway, Smithfield 365-4774 www.cypresscreekgolfersclub. com

COUNTY FAIR

HEALTH CLUBS

An old-fashioned county fair is held each September. Among the events are entertainment on several stages, a midway with concessions and games of chance, an arts and crafts area, 4-H exhibitions and a county queen.

More information: www. thefairiscoming.com.

James L. Camp Jr. Family YMCA 300 Crescent Drive, Franklin 562-3491

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Luter Family YMCA 259 James St., Smithfield 365-4060 Suffolk Family YMCA 2769 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk 934-9622

PARKS

Carver Road, Carrsville

Isle of Wight County offers a variety of parks and community centers where residents can enjoy a wide range of activities and programs.

Carrollton Nike Park A 150-acre park with basketball court, lighted baseball/softball field, lighted tennis court, fishing pier, playground area, picnic shelters and area, tree and shrub walk, walking trail, mountain bike trail, soccer complex and skate park.

13036 Nike Park Rd., Carrollton

IW Parks and Recreation Department www.co.isle-of-wight.va.us/ parks-and-recreation/ Mark Furlo, director 13036 Nike Park Road Carrollton, VA 23314 357-2291 Camptown Park and the Otelia J. Rainey Community Center A 15-acre facility with lighted basketball courts, lighted tennis courts, baseball/ softball field, picnic shelter, walking trail, playground area and soccer complex.

Fort Boykin Historic Park Originally commissioned as a fort in 1623, this scenic park overlooks the James River and offers a walking tour, gardens and a picnic area.

7410 Ft. Boykin Trail, Smithfield Fort Huger Historic Park Historic Fort Huger, the “Gateway to the Confederate

Capital,” is located in the northern reaches of Isle of Wight County off Route 10, eight miles from downtown Smithfield. View the ghost fleet on the James River, take the self-guided walking tour through the new trails and see the cannon mounted along the edges of the fort.

Fort Huger is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

West of Smithfield, off of Route 10 Heritage Park and Joel C. Bradshaw Fairgrounds A 26-acre property that houses the annual Isle of Wight County Fair in September each year.

Courthouse Highway, Windsor

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Isle of Wight/Franklin Skating Rink A family-oriented roller skating rink with programs for young and old.

32510 Walters Highway, Franklin Riverview Park A 27-acre facility offering lighted tennis courts, exercise court and trail, softball field, memorial garden, playground and senior activities area with shelter and gazebo.

James Street, Smithfield Robinson Park A half-acre public park in the heart of Windsor with a large play area for children.

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301 Jericho Road, Smithfield 359-0846 ************************* RECYCLE/GARBAGE ************************* Everything new is old again.

We’re talking trash here — when you have gaggles of garbage, you need to know what to do with here. Here is some information on it.

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Works is responsible for waste collection and disposal throughout the county.

Curbside Trash Collection Visit the Solid Waste Division at 13048 Poor House Drive, email solidwaste@ isleofwightus.net or call 3569572 for more information about trash disposal.

Transfer Station The Southeast Public Service Authority (SPSA) operates a refuse transfer station on Route 620 (13191 Foursquare Road, Smithfield) which includes a Household Hazardous Waste Collection area for residents to dispose of unwanted chemicals such as paint, insecticides and household cleaners and used motor oil. Collection is done at a limited time; call SPSA for more details.

More information: 961-3874 Convenience Centers The county operates eight fullservice, manned convenience centers to accept trash.

Contact Public Works for more information.

Camptown 34010 Carver Road, Franklin Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 516-2850 Carroll Bridge 17634 Carroll Bridge Road, Windsor Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Monday,

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Statues: Smithfield hosts the nation’s largest collections of bronze statues by acclaimed sculptor George Lundeen. The collection includes a garden with sculptures of the founders of Smithfield Packing Inc. Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Tuesday and Friday 356-1018 Carrsville 6135 Carrsville Highway, Carrsville Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Wednesday 516-2851

Crocker’s 9421 Whispering Pines Trail, Windsor Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Monday, Wednesday and Friday 356-1026 Jones Creek 21203 Boundary Road,

Carrollton Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Wednesday and Thursday 356-1037 Stave Mill 23254 Stave Mill Road, Windsor

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Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Monday and Tuesday 242-3597 Walters 3403 Burdette Road, Carrsville Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 516-2852 Wrenn’s Mill 8196 Old Stage Highway, Smithfield Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Closed Tuesday and Thursday 356-1040 Recycling Recycling is provided at the count’s convenience centers. Recyclable materials include newspapers, magazines, catalogs, cardboard, paperboard, plastic bottles Nos. 1-7, glass bottles and jars, aluminum, metal cans, milk jugs and more. Items such as plastic bags, Christmas trees, batteries, electronic equipment, yard waste, scrap metal, appliances,

Isle of Wight Need to Know motor oil, cooking oil and more may also be recycled at special containers at the convenience centers. For more information, contact Public Works.

More information: 365-6298.

SMITHFIELD Curbside Trash Collection The Town contracts with Moody’s/AVES for residential refuse and recycling collections once per week.

New residents should contact Moody’s at 357-9997 to request a can and pickup schedule. All trash must be placed in cans provided by Moody’s. The town provides each resident with one can each — additional cans may be rented from Moody’s.

In an effort to provide opportunities for businesses and residents of apartments to recycle or for those that have an overflow of recycling, the town has placed a recycling container at the corner of James Street and Washington Street.

More information: 357-9997.

be placed in the provided containers and placed curbside by 7 a.m.

At other times, trash may be taken to the Windsor Transfer Station located on Windsor Boulevard at the intersection of Stave Mill Road.

Household hazardous waste may be taken to the Isle of Wight Transfer Station, 13191 Foursquare Road, on the third Friday of each morning from 9 a.m. to noon.

Additionally, there is a curbside cleanup day in the spring and fall that allows citizens the opportunity to dispose of appliances, yard debris and other items that may be cluttering up their attics and yards.

The Town of Windsor has established a franchise agreement with All Virginia Environmental Services to provide door-to-door recycling collections. Contact AVES at 357-9997 for more information.

More information: 242-4288

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Museum: The Isle of Wight Museum’s exhibits include prehistoric fossils, Native American and Colonial artifacts, a turn-of-the-century country store, displays interpreting the Smithfield ham industry and the world’s oldest, edible cured ham.

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************************* SERVICES ************************* Here is a list of general services available across the area: ANIMAL CONTROL The Animal Services Division responds to emergency calls regarding stray animals, possible rabid animals and bite cases. Animal Services also offers pets such as dogs and cats for adoption at the animal shelter.

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New state residents must obtain Virginia motor vehicle licenses and registrations within 30 days of relocating.

These can be obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Vehicles in Virginia must also display a state inspection sticker, which must be renewed annually. These can be obtained after passing an inspection at a licensed garage.

More information: Department of Motor Vehicles 912 South Church St., Smithfield 497-7100 www.dmv.state.va.us Isle of Wight Treasurer’s Office Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex, Isle of Wight 365-6228 Smithfield Treasurer’s Office Town Hall 310 Institute St., Smithfield 365-4200 Windsor Treasurer’s Office Town Hall 8 E. Windsor Blvd., Windsor 242-4288 EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES Isle of Wight County Human Resources Office Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex, Isle of Wight 357-6266 Virginia Employment Commission 600 Butler Farm Road, Suite B Hampton 865-5800 www.vec.virginia.gov/ EXTENSION SERVICE The Isle of Wight County

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Extension Office offers agriculture and nature resources, family and consumer sciences services and 4-H youth development.

More information: Virginia Cooperative Extension Office 17100 Monument Circle, Suite B 365-6261 www.ext.vt.edu/ IDENTIFICATION Social Security cards can be issued through the Social Security Administration More information: Social Security Administration 502 Hillpoint Blvd., Suffolk 1-866-835-7769 www.socialsecurity.gov State identification cards and drivers licenses can be issued through the Department of Motor Vehicles More information: Department of Motor Vehicles 912 South Church St., Smithfield 497-7100 www.dmv.state.va.us

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OTHER LICENSES Animal, dog or cat: Isle of Wight Treasurer’s Office 365-6228 Business Isle of Wight Commissioner of the Revenue 365-6222 Hunting and fishing Isle of Wight Clerk of the Circuit Court 365-6233 Marriage Isle of Wight Clerk of the Circuit Court 365-6233 Passports Isle of Wight Clerk of the Circuit Court 365-6233 SOCIAL SERVICES The Department of Social Services provides service programs and public assistance programs to citizens.

More information: Department of Social Services Isle of Wight Courthouse Complex, Isle of Wight 365-0880 WOMEN, INFANTS AND

Isle of Wight Need to Know CHILDREN Western Tidewater Health District 919 S. Church St., Smithfield 357-4177 www.vdh.state.va.us/ ************************* SOCIAL SCENE ************************* First-class entertainment is all around us – here in Isle of Wight or just a short drive away. When filling your social calendars, you might want to visit some of the following.

SMITHFIELD, ISLE OF WIGHT, OR NEARBY Bacon’s Castle Museum One of the oldest English brick structures in the country 465 Bacons Castle Trail, Surry 357-5976 www.apva.org/baconscastle Chippokes Farm & Forestry Museum Route 634, just off Route 10, Surry 294-3625 www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_ parks/chf.shtml Great Dismal Swamp National wildlife refuge with walking trails and canoe/boat

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access to Lake Drummond 3100 Desert Road, Suffolk 986-3705 www.fws.gov/refuge/great_ dismal_swamp/ Isle of Wight County Museum The museum offers exhibits covering all aspects of Isle of Wight and Smithfield history.

103 Main St., Smithfield 356-1223 www.historicisleofwight.com Rawls Museum of Arts Fine arts museum featuring local and regional artists.

22376 Linden St., Courtland 653-0754 www.rawlsarts.com Historic St. Luke’s Church Historic 1632 church featuring a rare 16th-century organ.

14477 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield 357-3367 www.historicstlukes.org The Arts Center @ 319 Exhibits highlighting local and regional artists.

319 Main St., Smithfield 357-7707 www.smithfieldarts.org Smithfield Little Theater Community theater with a

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Captain: Donning a turn-of -the-century captain’s uniform, Steamboat Swilly was decorated in memory of Captain O.G. Delk, one of Smithfield’s first steamboat captains during the era when the town was a major shipping port. Delk is the great-great grandfather of artist Catherine Minga, who chose him to honor Smithfield’s seaport heritage.

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number of locally produced shows seasonally.

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miles, and has a population of around 8,100. The smalltown atmosphere, good school system, and affordable housing all make Smithfield an attractive place to live and do business.

************************* TOWN of SMITHFIELD ************************* Folks have known a good thing since they first saw it in 1608. It was at that time Captain John Smith first came to an area just north of present-day Smithfield to trade beads for 30 bushels of corn.

The town employs a council/ manager type of government.

Under that government style, the people of Windsor elect council members and a mayor, who presides over the council. The council members appoint a town manager to act as administrator over all town employees.

The town of Smithfield grew up around the Pagan River, a tributary to the James River, and was incorporated in 1752 by Arthur Smith IV. Smithfield is a charming town with a revitalized downtown full of 18th and 19th century architecture.

Across the nation and the world, the town is known for its ham products. It is said that Queen Victoria loved Smithfield ham so much that she had one sent over to England once a week during her reign.

Smithfield comprises approximately 10 square

Several boards help make recommendations to the council based on research and review of the issues.

Public hearings, during which citizens can speak to town officials about issues affecting the town, are often held at Town Council meetings.

The mayor, in addition to presiding over council meetings, also participates in civic activities such as ribboncutting ceremonies and gettogethers.

More information: Peter M. Stephenson Town Manager 911 S. Church St., Smithfield

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Office of Public Works 293 Cary St., Smithfield 365-4200

The Smithfield Town Council meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in conference rooms A & B at the Smithfield Center, located at 220 North Church St. Council members include: T. Carter Williams, mayor; Andrew C. Gregory, vice mayor; Connie Chapman; Michael G. Smith; Milton Cook; Denise N. Tynes; and Randy Pack.

Police Department 913 S. Church St. 357-3247 (Non-emergency) 911 (Emergency) FIRE DEPARTMENT

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The Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department works in cooperation with the town of Smithfield, Smithfield Police Department, Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad, The Carrollton, Windsor, Rushmere and Carrsville Volunteer Fire Departments and the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s office.

All town offices are located within a block of each other within the Historic District of town.

More information: Emergency, 911 Non-emergency, 357-3231 www.smithfieldvfd.com

Town Hall Houses Treasurer, Planning and Engineering 310 Institute St., Smithfield 365-4200

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Reach Town Council members through the town manager’s office, 365-9505.

Office of Town Manager, Town Clerk, Mayor and Records Management

Take a minute to call and make an appointment with

Lynda Tina Diana

More information: Emergency, 911 Non-emergency, 357-3247 Crime Line, 1-888-LOCK-U-UP sbowman@smithfieldva.gov OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS

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Animal Control, 365-6318 Building and Zoning Permits, 365-6213 Elections – voter registrar, 3656230 Planning Commission, 3654200 Trash Collection, 357-9997 Street Lights Out, 365-4253 Water and Sewer Department, 365-4254 ************************* TOWN of WINDSOR ************************* The town of Windsor keeps chugging along, a pun made based on its railroad past. It was the growth of iron rails that helped spark life into Windsor.

Following the same path as Route 460 today, trains making their way from Hampton Roads to Richmond included Windsor as one of their stops. The railroad town was chartered in 1902.

The town employs a council/ manager type of government.

Under that government style, the people of Windsor elect council members and a mayor, who presides over the council. The council members appoint a town manager to

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act as administrator over all town employees.

The mayor, in addition to presiding over council meetings, also participates in civic activities such as ribboncutting ceremonies and gettogethers.

More information: Michael R. Stallings, Jr. Town Manager mstallings@windsor-va.gov 8 East Windsor Blvd., Windsor 242-4288 www.windsor-va.gov TOWN COUNCIL The Windsor Town Council meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.

The public is welcome and is encouraged to attend.

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Members of the council include: Carita J. Richardson, mayor; Tony Ambrose; J. Clinton Bryant; Durwood V. Scott; Greg Willis; N.

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Patriotic: Folks in Isle of Wight have an ample sense of patriotism that’s on display throughout the year, but it’s especially evident during Independence Day celebrations.

Fireworks in the town of Smithfield are planned for July 3 this year, and fireworks in the town of Windsor are set for July 4.

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TOWN OFFICES

The Windsor Volunteer Rescue Squad provides emergency services to the town of Windsor and the central portion of Isle of Wight County.

Town offices are located in the Municipal Center at 8 East Windsor Blvd, Windsor.

More information: Emergency, 911 Non-emergency, 242-6760

More information: 242-4288

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FIRE & RESCUE

Until 2001, law enforcement services in the town of Windsor were contracted to the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office, with all patrol and investigative functions provided by sheriff’s deputies.

The current Windsor Police Department was established in 2001.

Reach Town Council members by contacting the town offices, 242-4288.

The town of Windsor and surrounding area is served by the Windsor Volunteer Fire Department. It is funded by both Isle of Wight County and the town of Windsor.

More information: Emergency, 911 Non-emergency, 242-3191

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Planning and Zoning, 2424288 Public Utilities, water service, 242-4288 Public Works, trash collection, 242-4288 ************************* UTILITIES ************************* The mortgage papers are signed. The moving van has unpacked and left. Now what? If you’re turned on about living in Isle of Wight County, then you need to know how to turn on your utilities.

The following listing is of utilities that serve portions of

Charter Communications 1-877-906-9121 www.charter.com

Isle of Wight County Curbside pickup, Public Works, 365-1658 Transfer Stations, SPSA, 3577815

Dominion Virginia Power 1-866-366-4357 www.dom.com Community Electric Cooperative 52 W. Windsor Blvd., Windsor 242-6181 www.comelec.coop

Columbia Gas of Virginia 800-543-8911 www.columbiagasva.com

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Utilities, 365-6284 Town of Smithfield, Water and Sewer Department, 365-4200 Town of Windsor, Public Utilities, 242-4288 ************************* VOTING ************************* There are many opportunities to go out and cast a vote in Isle of Wight County.

And many of you choose to exercise your patriotic duty: Nearly 26,000 of Isle of Wight’s citizens are registered to vote.

Lisa E. Betterton is the voter registrar, and she and her office are charged with carrying out directives of the State Board of Elections, the Virginia Election Code and

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The registrar’s office can assist with any voting-related questions, such as a list of polling places.

The registrar’s offices are located at 17106 Monument Circle, Isle of Wight.

More information: Isle of Wight Voter Registrar’s Office, 365-6230 or www. co.isle-of-wight.va.us/ ************************* POST OFFICES ************************* There are several post offices in and around Isle of Wight County. These include: Battery Park Post Office 20512 Todd Ave., Battery Park

357-0290 Carrollton Post Office 15108 Carrollton Blvd., Carrollton 238-3158 Carrsville Post Office 5354 Carrsville Highway, Carrsville 562-3315 Isle of Wight Post Office 17161 Courthouse Highway, Isle of Wight 356-9314 Rescue Post Office 21148 Rescue Road, Rescue 351-5466 Smithfield Post Office 234 Main St., Smithfield 365-9325

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Pig: Decorated as a porcine scrapbook, Magnolia, by artist Lois Chapman, stands outside the Isle of Wight Museum in downtown Smithfield. She is one of eight decorated statues located in the town.

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