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  1. COVID-19_Actualizado_news flash no icons

    27 de enero 4 p.m. - Actualización COVID-19

    Previously released in English: https://jamescitycountyva.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=4458 Read on...
  2. community chats and questionnaires Jan. 11 Feb. 21 2021

    Engage 2045: Character Design Guidelines & Future Land Use Map Questionnaires Released

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  3. Coronavirus covid19 update news flash 2020

    Jan. 27 4 p.m. – COVID-19 Update

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  4. 2020 Annual Report cover

    The County's 2020 Annual Report is Now Available

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  5. commonweath of virginia office of governor ralph s northam

    Virginia Enacts First-in-the-Nation Permanent COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health Standards

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    26 de enero 4 p.m. - Actualización COVID-19

    Previously released in English: https://jamescitycountyva.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=4453 Read on...
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    Jan. 26 4 p.m. – COVID-19 Update

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  8. Engage 2045 Share your ideas shape our community james city county logo

    Community Participation Team Meeting Scheduled for Feb. 1

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    25 de enero 4 p.m. - Actualización COVID-19

    Previously released in English: https://jamescitycountyva.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=4449 Read on...
  10. Coronavirus covid19 update news flash 2020

    City of Williamsburg, James City County Open Phone Line for Vaccination Questions

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    EDA Real Estate Committee Schedules Electronic Meeting

    The meeting will be on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 4 p.m. Read on...
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    First Case of B.1.1.7 COVID-19 Variant Identified in Virginia

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  13. Arlana_News Flash

    James City County Recreation Services Administrator Leads State Society

    Arlana Fauntleroy is elected 2021 President of the Virginia Recreation & Park Society. Read on...
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    Jan. 25 4 p.m. – COVID-19 Update

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    Williamsburg Health Foundation Announces $1 Million Grant to Prevent Rental Evictions

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    22 de enero 4 p.m. - Actualización COVID-19

    Previously released in English: https://jamescitycountyva.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=4441 Read on...
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    Jan. 22 4 p.m. – COVID-19 Update

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    Joint Message from Peninsula County Administrators and City Managers on Vaccination Clinics

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    WJCC Staff Receives First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine

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    Do Your Part, Be SepticSmart!

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    Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts Will Expand COVID-19 Vaccination to Priority “Phase 1b”

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  22. Historical Commission

    Historical Commission Meeting Scheduled for Jan. 28

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  23. Coronavirus covid19 update news flash 2020

    Jan. 21 4 p.m. – COVID-19 Update

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  24. County logo James City County Virginia Jamestown 1607

    Early Renewal for County Business Licenses Available

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  25. Coronavirus covid19 update news flash 2020

    Joint Message from Peninsula County Administrators and City Managers on Vaccine Availability

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  26. Tampering with vehicles suspect

    Police Seek Suspect in Tampering With Vehicles Incidents in Village of Candle Station

    Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in tampering with vehicles incidents. Read on...
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    COVID-19 Vaccination Update

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    Historical Commission Sponsors Student Essay Contest

    The James City County Historical Commission is sponsoring an essay contest for high school students. Read on...
  29. Tampering with vehicles suspect

    Police Seek Suspect in Tampering With Vehicles Incidents in Fenwick Hills

    Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in tampering with vehicles incidents. Read on...
  30. community chats and questionnaires Jan. 11 Feb. 21 2021

    Engage 2045: Comprehensive Plan Update Community Chats and Questionnaires

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  31. James City County Police Department patrol vehicle

    Charges Filed Related to Multi-Vehicle Crash on Merrimac Trail

    Police have filed additional charges related to the multi-vehicle crash on Jan. 6 Read on...
  32. Small Business Administration logo

    SBA and Treasury Announce PPP Re-Opening; Issue New Guidance

    This round of the PPP continues to prioritize millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $284 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses through March 31, 2021. Read on...
  33. commonweath of virginia office of governor ralph s northam

    Governor Northam Announces New Steps to Accelerate COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

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  34. HRSD logo news flash

    HRSD, HRUBS Bill Payment Due Dates for November & December Bills Extended to Jan 31 Without Penalty

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  35. Michael Hipple and Sue Sadler

    Board of Supervisors Organizes for 2021

    Michael Hipple was elected Chairman. Sue Sadler was elected Vice Chairman. Read on...
  36. Fire Chief Ryan Ashe gets COVID-19 vaccine

    COVID-19 Vaccination Has Begun in James City County

    James City County emergency medical services employees began receiving vaccinations this week. Read on...
  37. Ruth Larson and John McGlennon

    JCSA Board of Directors Organizes for 2021

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  38. January Flash

    January Events

    Start the New Year off with our Fitness Open House (both virtual and in-person opportunities!), the first annual virtual 5K Run, and the Jr. NBA Skills Challenge for outh! Read on...
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    Rinehimer Selected for New Assistant County Administrator Position

    Brad Rinehimer, James City County Police Chief, has been promoted to the newly-created Assistant County Administrator position effective Jan. 16, 2021. Read on...
  40. Rebuild Virginia logo

    Governor Northam Commits Additional $20 Million to Rebuild VA Economic Recovery Fund

    Funding will fulfill pending grant awards for over 300 eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations. Read on...
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    Virginia Department of Health Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Data Dashboard

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    Free Christmas Tree and Leaf Disposal Available for Residents

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    Virginia Now Planning for 370,650 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine By December 2020

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  44. commonweath of virginia office of governor ralph s northam

    Governor Northam Announces New Mitigation Measures to Slow COVID-19 Spread

    Virginians should stay at home from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m., wear masks in indoor and outdoor settings, limit social gatherings to 10 Read on...
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    VDH Announces New Contact Tracing Prioritization and Reduced Quarantine Guidelines

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  46. New EAC Location

    Surry Evacuation Assembly Center for JCC Residents Moves to Warhill High on Jan. 1, 2021

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  47. Marina Update_News Flash

    Park Improvement Project Underway at James City County Marina

    Billsburg Brewery remains open; Marina refueling station, boat ramp and paddle craft floating launch temporarily close during project. Read on...
  48. Lock Your Car Doors

    Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

    Always remove personal items from your vehicle, and always lock your car doors. Read on...
  49. Coronavirus covid19 update news flash 2020

    James City County Parks & Facilities

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