James City County Awarded Second OVW Grant

On August 29, 2018, the Justice Department’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) announced 54 grants totaling $32 million through its Improving the Criminal Justice Response to Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking ...

EDA Real Estate Committee Schedules Electronic Meeting

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) of James City County’s Real Estate Committee has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, July 21 at 3 p.m. The meeting will be electronic and the agenda and link will be posted online. The agenda will include ap...

Governor Northam Prohibits Congregating in Bars, Stresses Caution As Virginia Moves to Phase Three

**This information was released by Governor Northam’s Office on June 30**RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that bar seating will remain prohibited in restaurants as the Commonwealth moves into Phase Three at midnight toni...

Start Peninsula Changes Event Format to Multiple Smaller Competitions

Start Peninsula is pleased to announce that it will return for its ninth annual year in 2020. Beginning next month, Start Peninsula will begin a series of three micropitch competitions held on July 14, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13. At each micropitch event, there...

Governor Northam Outlines Phase Three Guidelines to Lift Additional Public Health Restrictions

FAIRFAX—Governor Ralph Northam today presented the third phase of the “Forward Virginia” plan to continue easing public health restrictions while mitigating the spread of COVID-19. The Commonwealth does not yet have a targete...

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits

To further meet the needs of U.S. small businesses and non-profits, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance program portal to all eligible applicants experiencing economic impacts due...

New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program Available

Yesterday, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed...

COVID-19 Business Resources

The Office of Economic Development has compiled a list of resources for businesses in James City County. This list will be updated as new resources are available.

For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 in James City County, please visit the Cou...

Governor Northam Announces Phase Two Guidelines to Further Ease Public Health Restrictions

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today signed Executive Order Sixty-Five and presented the second phase of the “Forward Virginia” plan to continue safely and gradually easing public health restrictions while containing the spr...

Personal Protective Equipment Supply Resources for Manufacturers and Businesses

Manufacturers and businesses may need resources for purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) and other supplies to protect their employees. The websites below may be of assistance if your business needs PPE.Free Cloth Masks Available – If ...

Small Business Administration Programs - Scams and Fraud Alerts

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) recognizes that these are unprecedented times and is alerting the public about potential fraud schemes related to economic stimulus programs offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration in response to the Novel C...

Fireworks are Illegal in JCC

The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling or use of fireworks in James City County is a class 1 misdemeanor punishable by up to 12 months in jail and/or $2,500 fine. Professional displays, such as can be seen at Busch Gardens, are allowed throu...Read on...

Another Smoke Alarm Success

Residents of Pocahontas Trail were awakened early Feb. 29 by the sound of smoke alarms ringing through the house. Everyone exited safely and the Fire Department was called. Fire crews arrived to find heavy smoke inside the house and smoldering fire near e...Read on...

ISO Rating Change Could Reduce Insurance Costs

The Fire Department has received the second highest possible rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), a distinction that may qualify homeowners and businesses for lower property insurance premiums. Effective March 1, 2016, James City County Fire D...Read on...

File of Life

In an emergency, ambulance providers need to know your medical history to decide how best to take care of you. Searching for medication bottles or trying to remember dosages is the last thing you want to be doing if you or a loved one needs help. That’s w...Read on...

Safe Needle Disposal

If you check your blood sugar or inject medications at home it is important to dispose of your used needles and lancets safely. You can purchase a special container from most pharmacies, or use an empty household container that is leak proof, made of heav...Read on...

Rontrais Davon Parker

Rontrais Davon Parker: last known address is Church Street, Windsor, VA. Parker’s date of birth is July 26, 1986. He is 6’2” and 195 lbs. There is an outstanding Capias out of Williamsburg-James City County Circuit Court for ...

Richard Lee Cooper

Richard Lee Cooper: last known address is on Brian Street, James City County, VA. Cooper’s date of birth is Feb. 9, 1988. He is 6’ and 160 lbs. There are 6 outstanding warrants for Cooper out of Williamsburg/James City County General D...

Ashley Lynne Denningham

Ashley Lynne Denningham: last known address is on Plantation Road, James City County, VA or Greensboro Drive, McLean, VA. Denningham’s date of birth is Feb. 23, 1983. She is 5’2” and 120 lbs. There is an outstanding Capias fo...

Larry Earl Batts

Larry Earl Batts: last known address Centerville Road in James City County. Batts' date of birth is Jan. 12, 1962. He is 5’8” and 160 lbs. Batts is wanted for aggravated sexual battery and revocation of a suspended sentence.

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Thurone Deshaun Austin

Thurone Deshaun Austin: last known address is on Burnt Oak Drive, Chesterfield, VA. Austin’s date of birth is Nov. 16, 1972. He is 5’9” and 142 lbs. There is an outstanding Capias out of Williamsburg-James City County Circuit...

Maria Ann Decker

Maria Ann Decker: last known address is 3900 block of Strawberry Plains Road, James City County, VA. Decker’s date of birth is Dec. 4, 1985. She is 5’7” and 240 lbs. There are two outstanding felony warrants from Williamsburg...

Tyrone Hurst

Tyrone Hurst: last known address is 6000 block of Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA. Hurst’s date of birth is Oct. 22, 1951. He is 6’ and 165 lbs.  Hurst has an outstanding Capias from Williamsburg-James City County Circuit C...

KeNeshia Camille Lyons

KeNeshia Camille Lyons: last known address is Sycamore Avenue, Newport News, VA. Lyons is 5’8” and 145 lbs. There are two capiases out of Williamsburg-James City County Circuit Court outstanding for Lyons (violation of probati...

Miroslaw Zygmunt Pers

Miroslaw Zygmunt Pers: last known address is Waller Mill Road, York County, VA. Pers’ date of birth is Feb. 17, 1960. He is 6’ and 185 lbs. There are three outstanding warrants for Pers for reckless driving, driving after forfeiture of license and felony ...

Jessica Ann Williams McLeod

Jessica Ann Williams McLeod: last known address is Bristol Circle, James City County, VA. McLeod’s date of birth is June 12, 1985. McLeod is 5’5” and 130 lbs. There is an outstanding felony warrant for McLeod for fraud to gain public assistance. There is ...

Jackie Wayne Davis, Jr.

Jackie (Jack) Wayne Davis, Jr.: last known address is E. Ocean View, Norfolk, VA. Davis, Jr. may also have ties to North Carolina and Tennessee. Davis, Jr. is 6’ and 254 lbs. Davis, Jr. may be operating a 2010 Dodge 4 door sedan. There is an outstanding f...

William Richard Collins II

William Richard Collins II: last known address is Woodland Road, Newport News, VA. Collins’ date of birth is Dec. 6, 1977. Collins is 6’3” and 200 lbs. There are three outstanding felony warrants for Collins for credit card theft, credit card fraud and cr...

Jarius Christopher Wallace

Jarius Christopher Wallace: last known address is Autumn East, James City County, VA, but may also be in Charlotte, NC. Wallace’s date of birth is Jan. 8, 1993. Wallace is 5’7” and 170 lbs. There is an outstanding Capias (indictment) from Williamsburg-Jam...

Ryan Kim Brown

Ryan Kim Brown: last known address is Sir Gilbert Loop, James City County, VA. Brown’s date of birth is Oct. 26, 1996. Brown is 6’1” and 165 lbs. Brown has three outstanding Capiases from Williamsburg-James City County Circui...

Randy Lee Hahn, Jr.

Randy Lee Hahn, Jr.: last known address is Summer East, James City County, VA. Hahn, Jr.’s date of birth is Nov. 26, 1989. Hahn, Jr. is 5’10” and 170 lbs. Hahn, Jr. has 5 outstanding warrants for credit card theft (2 counts), credit card fraud, unauthoriz...

Robert Lee Graham, Jr.

Robert Lee Graham, Jr.: last known address is 5413 Airport Road, James City County, VA. Graham’s date of birth is May 29, 1971. Graham is 5’8” and 155 lbs. Graham has three outstanding Capiases from Williamsburg-James City Co...

Daniel Alexander Smokes, Jr.

Daniel Alexander Smokes, Jr.: last known address is Algonquin Trail, James City County, VA. Smokes, Jr.'s date of birth is Feb. 9, 1999. He is 6’2” and 178 lbs. Smokes, Jr. has outstanding warrants for three counts of robbery, two coun...

Michelle Marie Roush

Michelle Marie Roush: last known address Prosperity Court in James City County, VA. Roush's date of birth is Nov. 11, 1988. She is 5’3” and 115 lbs. Roush is wanted on a Felony Capias (original charge: felony shoplifting).

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Troy Lamont Ashby

Troy Lamont Ashby: last known address is Hampton, VA. Ashby's date of birth is July 18, 1976. He is 5’5” and 140 lbs. Ashby is wanted on two Capiases (indictments) from Williamsburg-James City County Circuit Court on charges of Distribution of cocaine (2 ...

Ryan David Bragg

Ryan David Bragg: last known address is Powhatan Springs Road, James City County, VA. Bragg’s date of birth is Nov. 4, 1987. Bragg has a Capias from James City County Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court for failure to report to CCC (original charge is...

Chad Gallup Acee

Chad Gallup Acee: last known address is London Company Way, James City County, VA. Acee's date of birth is Sept. 23, 1988. He is 6’1” and 165 lbs. Acee has an outstanding Capias from Williamsburg-James City County Circuit Court for a p...

Karl Scott Knoyer, Jr.

Karl Scott Knoyer, Jr.: last known address is Carol Lane, James City County, VA. Knoyer, Jr.'s date of birth is April 15, 1989. He is 6’ and 185 lbs. Knoyer, Jr. is wanted on two charges of failure to appear in Williamsburg-James City County Cir...

Kenneth Brandon Sharpe

Kenneth Brandon Sharpe: last known address Lakepoint Court, James City County, VA. Sharpe's date of birth is Aug. 18, 1989. He is 5’11” and 130 lbs. Sharpe is wanted on charges of credit card theft, credit card fraud, grand larceny and...

Sibylla Hope Coles (AKA: Sibylla Bailey, Sibylla Simpson)

Sibylla Hope Coles (AKA: Sibylla Bailey, Sibylla Simpson): last known address Little Creek Dam Road, Toano, VA. Coles' date of birth is May 4, 1972. She is 5’4” and 195 lbs. Coles is wanted on a felony charge of possession of a schedul...

Virginia Department of Health Expands COVID-19 Regional Data Reporting

(Richmond, Va.) — Today, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) began providing the COVID-19 Key Measures for additional regions across the state: Central, Eastern, Northwest and Southwest. Previously, VDH only provided statewide and Northern R...

EDA Real Estate Committee Schedules Electronic Meeting

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) of James City County’s Real Estate Committee has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, July 21 at 3 p.m. The meeting will be electronic and the agenda and link will be posted online. The agenda will include ap...

Board of Supervisors Meets July 14

Have comments you would like to share with the Board of Supervisors at their July 14 meeting? You can provide comments by phone, email or in person. Agenda By phone: Call 757-253-6762 to record a comment that will be forwarded to all Board member...

Community Participation Team Meeting Scheduled for July 15

The Engage 2045 Community Participation Team (CPT) will meet Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 4 p.m. The meeting will be held electronically pursuant to the Continuity of Government Ordinance adopted by the Board of Supervisors on April 14, 2020.The meeting wi...

Online Workshop: Housing Recovery from COVID-19

Participants can choose the time that works best: July 14, 5:30 p.m. or July 15, 11 a.m.

This online workshop will cover lots of information you need to know about rental housing including remaining stable, avoiding problems like eviction, and staying awar...

County Administrator Scott Stevens Joins the Podcast to Talk About Fireworks, COVID-19 and More

Scott Stevens, County Administrator for James City County, is our guest on the podcast this week. We talk about fireworks, COVID-19, the budget and more. Check it out and let us know what you think! AudioVideo This Week in James City County covers upcomin...

VDH Urges Virginians to Engage with Legitimate Contact Tracers, Avoid Scams

(Richmond, Va.) — The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) encourages all Virginians to respond and engage with legitimate contact tracing calls and emails while remaining vigilant against scams. Caller ID will read “V...

Governor Northam Prohibits Congregating in Bars, Stresses Caution As Virginia Moves to Phase Three

**This information was released by Governor Northam’s Office on June 30** RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that bar seating will remain prohibited in restaurants as the Commonwealth moves into Phase Three at midnight ton...

Rent and Mortgage Assistance Available

In partnership with the Greater Virginia Peninsula Homelessness Consortium (GVPHC), Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP), and Virginia’s Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), United Way will administer the state&r...

Let’s Talk Turf

A quick question for James City County homeowners:What do you know about your lawn?

• I have warm season grass.
• I have cool season grass.
• I only have weeds.
• There’s more than one type of grass?

Do you want to learn how to produce healthy turf while red...

Actualización para el 25 de junio, 4 p.m.

COVID-19 Actualizaciones y Recordatorios PruebasPara ayudar a los funcionarios de salud pública a contener la propagación de COVID-19 en comunidades pasadas de alto, subprobados, desatendidas y/o sin seguro, los lí...

June 25 4 p.m. Update - COVID-19 Testing Scheduled; Independence Day Holiday Closure

COVID-19 Updates and Reminders TestingTo assist public health officials contain the spread of COVID-19 in overlooked, under-tested, underserved and/or uninsured communities, Faith Based Leaders and the Peninsula Health Department are partnering w...

Start Peninsula Changes Event Format to Multiple Smaller Competitions

Start Peninsula is pleased to announce that it will return for its ninth annual year in 2020. Beginning next month, Start Peninsula will begin a series of three micropitch competitions held on July 14, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13. At each micropitch event, there...

Busch Gardens Discussion at June 23 Board of Supervisors Work Session

During the June 23 work session, James City County’s Board of Supervisors held a discussion with Kevin Lembke, president of Busch Gardens Williamsburg, to discuss the theme park’s proposed comprehensive safety plan for reopening. Phase...

Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

Larcenies from unlocked motor vehicles are one of the most prevalent crimes in James City County. Residents are encouraged to always lock their car doors even when they are at home. Residents should also always remove valuables (especially electronics and...

Governor Northam Outlines Phase Three Guidelines to Lift Additional Public Health Restrictions

FAIRFAX—Governor Ralph Northam today presented the third phase of the “Forward Virginia” plan to continue easing public health restrictions while mitigating the spread of COVID-19. The Commonwealth does not yet have a targete...

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Programs Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits

To further meet the needs of U.S. small businesses and non-profits, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance program portal to all eligible applicants experiencing economic impacts due...

New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program Available

Yesterday, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed...

New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program Available

Yesterday, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed...

Parks & Recreation Summer Camps, Classes & Activities Online

Summer Offerings Now Available OnlineJune 8, 2020 

We look forward to welcoming you back to James City County Parks & Recreation and all that we have to offer! Programs are set to resume June 29; however, these are uncertain times with changin...

Statement of the Commonwealth’s Attorney on the Killing of George Floyd

Statement of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Williamsburg and James City County on the Killing of George FloydAs the elected Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Williamsburg and the County of James City, I stand with th...

Nonresident Parking Fees Return to Jamestown Beach Event Park

Beach Parking Fees  

Parking fees for nonresidents are charged at Jamestown Beach Event Park through Labor Day. The fee is charged Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and on weekends and holidays 8 a.m.-6 p.m. There is no parking fee for James Ci...

Messages from the Chief of Police and the Board of Supervisors on the Death of George Floyd

A Message from Chief Rinehimer:As human beings, we should all be shocked and saddened by the senseless death of George Floyd last week in Minneapolis. As a member of law enforcement, I cannot express enough the deep feelings of disappointment, anger and f...

Colonial Parkway Emergency Stabilization Orientation Map Pullout Closed for 60-90 Days

Williamsburg, Va. – Blue Construction Services, under contract with the National Park Service, will begin emergency stabilization of the James River shoreline adjacent to the Orientation Map pullout (near kilometer marker 27) along the Colonial ...

James City County Parks

County Parks, Centers & Facilities UpdateJuly 10, 2020James City County and Virginia have entered Phase III restrictions for operations of our programs, parks, centers and facilities. While Phase III still carries many restrictions, additional ameniti...

County Outdoor Pools Reopen

Outdoor Pools ReopenJames City County’s two outdoor pools are open for the season. The pools are located at Chickahominy Riverfront Park  and Upper County Park. Due to the continuing impacts of COVID-19, there are new safety operating p...

Parks & Recreation Summer Camps, Classes & Activities Online

Summer Offerings Now Available OnlineJune 8, 2020 

We look forward to welcoming you back to James City County Parks & Recreation and all that we have to offer! Programs are set to resume June 29; however, these are uncertain times with changin...

Jamestown Beach Event Park Parking Fees

Beach Parking Fees  

Parking fees for nonresidents are charged at Jamestown Beach Event Park through Labor Day. The fee is charged Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and on weekends and holidays 8 a.m.-6 p.m. There is no parking fee for James Ci...

James City County Parks

County Parks, Centers & Facilities UpdateJuly 10, 2020James City County and Virginia have entered Phase III restrictions for operations of our programs, parks, centers and facilities. While Phase III still carries many restrictions, additional ameniti...

Police Announce Annual Service Awards

On June 11, Police held their annual Service Awards Ceremony recognizing many officers for their continued high levels of service and dedication to safety in the community. Citizens and other County employees who have supported the Department’s ...

Police: Frequently Asked Questions

James City County Police Department recognizes that our citizens may have questions concerning some of our Department policies and procedures. We have had a number of inquiries lately that we have responded to providing citizens with information. In an ef...

Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

Larcenies from unlocked motor vehicles are one of the most prevalent crimes in James City County. Residents are encouraged to always lock their car doors even when they are at home. Residents should also always remove valuables (especially electronics and...

Most Wanted

If you have any information that might help police locate any of these individuals, please call James City County Police Department at 757-253-1800 or the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. You may also submit tips at P3tips.com. Callers to the Crime Line and...

Police Name Sharon Abney and Kevin Renee DeVerell Volunteers of the Year

On Aug. 23, James City County Police Department hosted its annual Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) Annual Appreciation Dinner. During the event, Chief Brad Rinehimer presented Sharon Abney and Kevin Renee DeVerell with the VIPS Volunteer of the Year a...

Historic Jamestowne to Reopen on June 29

Jamestown Rediscovery anticipates reopening Historic Jamestowne to the public on Monday, June 29 in response to Governor Northam’s announcement of Phase Two of the Forward Virginia plan. The historic site and museum have been temporarily closed ...

Fee Free Days at Historic Jamestowne

Throughout the year, there are several fee free days at Historic Jamestowne. On these select days, there are no admission fees. 

Fee Free Days

• Tuesday, Aug. 25 in honor of the National Park Service Founders Day
• Saturday, Sept. 26 in honor of Nationa...