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 ...

Economic Development Authority Real Estate Committee Cancels June 13 and July 4 Meetings

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) Real Estate Committee has canceled their Thursday, June 13 meeting. There is no new business at this time. The next meeting was scheduled for Thursday, July 4, but due to the holiday, it will be rescheduled for Thu...

Williamsburg Urgent Care Opens on Monticello Avenue

James City County is pleased to announce that Williamsburg Urgent Care has opened at 5239 Monticello Avenue, Suites B & C in the Courthouse Commons Shopping Center. Williamsburg Urgent Care is owned by Dr. Anna Stankiewicz.Williamsburg Urgent Care aim...

Featured Property: 3000 John Deere Road in Toano, VA

Property includes 307,184 square feet in a single story industrial facility located on 74.4 acres of land. Property is located in Stonehouse Commerce Park approximately 40 minutes east of the Richmond airport, 45 minutes west of the Port of Virginia. This...

Launchpad Will Relocate to Tribe Square

James City County, York County and the City of Williamsburg are pleased to announce that Launchpad, the Greater Williamsburg Business Incubator, will relocate to Tribe Square, located at 249 Richmond Road, this fall. Launchpad will become part of William ...

New Directors Appointed to Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) of James City County is pleased to announce that the Board of Supervisors appointed two new directors to the EDA. The new directors are Jeffrey (Jeff) Scott and Vincent (Vince) Campana, III. Scott will serve the re...

Port Signs New, Long-Term Lease for Virginia International Gateway

NORFOLK – Governor Terry R. McAuliffe on Wednesday announced that The Port of Virginia® has signed a new, long-term lease for Virginia International Gateway (VIG) that clears the way for the port to begin work on doubling capacity at the...

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...

Anthony Terrell Christian

Anthony Terrell Christian: last known address Chickahominy Road, Toano, VA. Christian’s date of birth is May 20, 1987. Christian is 5’9” and 155 lbs. There are 2 outstanding warrants for Christian for sexual battery. There is also an outstanding Capias fr...

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...

Jazmyn Elizabeth Johnson

Jazmyn Elizabeth Johnson: last known address is Lafayette Boulevard, James City County, VA. Johnson’s date of birth is Sept. 12, 1992. Johnson is 5’4” and 194 lbs. Johnson has an outstanding Capias from Williamsburg-James City County General District Cour...

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...

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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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...

Kevin Lamark Jackson

Kevin Lamark Jackson: last known address is Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, VA. Jackson's date of birth is May 28, 1975. He is 5’5” and 170 lbs. Jackson has an outstanding Capias from Williamsburg-James City County General District Court...

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...

We've Got Camps!

We want to help you keep the summer full of fun! James City County is offering nearly 100 exciting camps this summer! Camps were are listed below by week offered, and then by age.

Week of June 24

Little Tykes Summer Camp • Ages 3-5Monday-Thursday, ...

June 28 is Today’s Hits at Jamestown Jams Featuring The Tight Slacks

Come and enjoy free live music on Friday, June 28 with The Tight Slacks as they perform Today’s Hits during Jamestown Jams at Jamestown Beach Event Park.The Tight Slacks bring the variety to their performances and refer to themselves as “A Chex Party Mix®...

Planning Commission Development Review Committee Meeting Canceled

The James City County Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 19 has been canceled.For more information, please contact the Planning Division at 757-253-6685 or planning@jamescitycountyva.gov.Media Contact:Paul Holt, Director of...

Launchpad Will Relocate to Tribe Square

James City County, York County and the City of Williamsburg are pleased to announce that Launchpad, the Greater Williamsburg Business Incubator, will relocate to Tribe Square, located at 249 Richmond Road, this fall. Launchpad will become part of William ...

Fire and Police to Offer Active Shooter and Stop the Bleed Training

James City County’s Fire and Police Departments are hosting a CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training session followed by a Stop the Bleed training session on the following Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.:

• July 13 at Fire ...

What happened at the June 11 Board of Supervisors Meeting?

Here’s a quick summary of actions taken by the Board of Supervisors during the June 11 Regular Meeting:

E.         PRESENTATIONS    

            1. &...

Day Promoted to Director of Financial and Management Services Department

Sharon Day, former Interim Director of James City County’s Financial and Management Services Department, has been promoted to Director effective June 3, 2019. Day replaces Sue Mellen who retired in April.Day served as the Assistant Financial Man...

Want to Participate in Summer Reading at Williamsburg Regional Library?

It’s summertime and that means one thing – Summer Reading at the Library! Barry Trott joins the podcast this week to talk about how adults, teens and kids can participate in this great program. Best news? It’s all FREE! Check...

Economic Development Authority Real Estate Committee Cancels June 13 and July 4 Meetings

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) Real Estate Committee has canceled their Thursday, June 13 meeting. There is no new business at this time. The next meeting was scheduled for Thursday, July 4, but due to the holiday, it will be rescheduled for Thu...

Freedom Stories at Freedom Park

Join us for Freedom Stories on Saturday, June 22, noon to 3 p.m.
at Freedom Park. Williamsburg native Dylan Pritchett, best known as “TheStoryteller” along with other Virginia Black Storytellers (VirBS), will share
with you freedom stories of Freedom ...

World Cup 3 v 3 Tournament

Join James City County Parks & Recreation and local soccer organizations for a youth 3 v. 3 soccer tournament to celebrate the 2019 Women's World Cup! The tournament will be held on Friday, June 28 at the Sanford B. Wanner Stadium, located in the Warh...

Fire in Townhome Displaces Occupants

On June 6 at 4:49 p.m., units from the James City County Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the 5100 block of Greenwich Mews in the Mews of Williamsburg subdivision. The homeowner called 911 reporting a grill on fire on the back ...

Neighborhoods Invited to Join Police for National Night Out

On Aug. 6, James City County neighborhoods are invited to join forces with Police and thousands of communities nationwide for the 36^th Annual National Night Out.National Night Out heightens crime and drug prevention awareness; generates support for local ...

Request for Public Comment, Brickyard Landing Acquisition

James City County Parks & Recreation is pursuing the acquisition of 119 acres of property on the Chickahominy River, located at 1006 Brickyard Road in upper James City County. Approximately 53 acres of the site are located in the Chesapeake Bay Resour...

Social Services to Host Smart Money Management and Home Maintenance Workshops

The James City County Department of Social Services is hosting two workshops on money management and home maintenance. Both workshops are free for James City County residents. Please call 757-259-5340 to reserve a seat.Smart Money Management WorkshopJune 1...

Police Host Scam Presentation June 26

Police throughout the Country receive numerous complaints each year regarding scams and fraudulent financial activity. James City County Police Department is no different. To help combat the prevalence of these crimes, the Police Department is offering a ...

Need Real Answers About Homeownership?

Virginia Housing Development Authority’s (VHDA) free First-time Homebuyer Class is a great way to learn about the entire home buying process from start to finish.James City County will sponsor classes on June 25 and 27 at the Law Enforcement Cen...

Williamsburg Urgent Care Opens on Monticello Avenue

James City County is pleased to announce that Williamsburg Urgent Care has opened at 5239 Monticello Avenue, Suites B & C in the Courthouse Commons Shopping Center. Williamsburg Urgent Care is owned by Dr. Anna Stankiewicz.Williamsburg Urgent Care aim...

Changes are Coming to Curbside Recycling Program Beginning July 1

As a result of changes in the international trade market, the net cost of recycling has increased drastically to the contractors providing curbside pickup services. Because James City County is a community committed to sustainability, we want to:

• Continue ...

June Events

Aquatics

Learn to Swim, Free Swim EvaluationsThere are individual registration periods before each swim lesson session. Registration for July classes is open June 18-28. Registration is accepted at the James City County Recreation Center and online. Having...

James City County Closes Jolly Pond Road at the Dam

Due to increasing safety concerns, James City County is closing the roadway across Jolly Pond Dam effective May 23, 2019. The Board of Supervisors will be asked to consider beginning the process to abandon this section of roadway at their June 11, 2019 me...

Annual Outdoor Water Use Regulations in Effect Through Sept. 30

The annual outdoor water use regulations for James City Service Authority (JCSA) water customers began May 1 and continue until Sept. 30. The regulations help manage demand during the summer months where water usage increases due to outdoor water use acti...

Police Invite You and Your Kids to Ice Cream With a Cop

In an effort to reach kids and adults alike, James City County Police Department offers Ice Cream With a Cop, a spin-off of Coffee With a Cop, but for kids. Ice Cream With a Cop aims to bridge relationships between local police officers and kids in a fun ...

New Directors Appointed to Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority (EDA) of James City County is pleased to announce that the Board of Supervisors appointed two new directors to the EDA. The new directors are Jeffrey (Jeff) Scott and Vincent (Vince) Campana, III. Scott will serve the re...

Nonresident Parking Fees Return to Jamestown Beach Event Park

Parking fees for nonresidents are charged at Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Road annually from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. The parking fee is charged Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekends and holidays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at ...

Community Participation Team Application Period Open

James City County is launching the update of its Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2015, Toward 2035: Leading the Way, and invites community leaders to apply to be part of the Community Participation Team (CPT). The CPT plays an important role in pro...

Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses

The James City County Police Department will be offering free firearm safety classes to the public in May and June. Each one-session class will cover basic safety, handling, storage and laws related to carrying a concealed handgun in the Commonwealth of V...

Police to Offer Citizens Police Academy

The James City County Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy has been offering members of our local community the opportunity to get an inside look at the operation and function of police procedures since 1994. The classes offer an overview...

Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

Residents are reminded to protect their property by removing valuables (especially electronics, firearms, purses/wallets and shopping bags) from vehicles and always locking doors, keeping windows and doors locked at night and when not at home and keeping ...

We've Got Camps!

We want to help you keep the summer full of fun! James City County is offering nearly 100 exciting camps this summer! Camps were are listed below by week offered, and then by age.

Week of June 24

Little Tykes Summer Camp • Ages 3-5Monday-Thursday, ...

Freedom Stories at Freedom Park

Join us for Freedom Stories on Saturday, June 22, noon to 3 p.m.
at Freedom Park. Williamsburg native Dylan Pritchett, best known as “TheStoryteller” along with other Virginia Black Storytellers (VirBS), will share
with you freedom...

World Cup 3 v 3 Tournament

Join James City County Parks & Recreation and local soccer organizations for a youth 3 v. 3 soccer tournament to celebrate the 2019 Women's World Cup! The tournament will be held on Friday, June 28 at the Sanford B. Wanner Stadium, located in the Warh...

Request for Public Comment, Brickyard Landing Acquisition

James City County Parks & Recreation is pursuing the acquisition of 119 acres of property on the Chickahominy River, located at 1006 Brickyard Road in upper James City County. Approximately 53 acres of the site are located in the Chesapeake Bay Resour...

Project FiveFortySeven

Out late or up early? Celebrate the longest day of the year by joining Parks & Recreation for the Longest Day of Play! On June 21, we cater to the sun and offer recreational activities all day long including extended hours at parks and facilities, sun...

June Events

Aquatics

Learn to Swim, Free Swim EvaluationsThere are individual registration periods before each swim lesson session. Registration for July classes is open June 18-28. Registration is accepted at the James City County Recreation Center and online. Having...

Off-Leash Area for Dogs Available at Jamestown Beach Event Park

An off-leash dog area is now available at Jamestown Beach Event Park, permitting dog owners to let their pet play off-leash in one specified area of the park. The park is located at 2205 Jamestown Road.

Parks & Recreation is conducting a trial program ...

Nonresident Parking Fees Return to Jamestown Beach Event Park

Parking fees for nonresidents are charged at Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Road annually from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. The parking fee is charged Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekends and holidays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at ...

Planning Commission Development Review Committee Meeting Canceled

The James City County Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 19 has been canceled.For more information, please contact the Planning Division at 757-253-6685 or planning@jamescitycountyva.gov.Media Contact:Paul Holt, Director of...

Neighborhoods Invited to Join Police for National Night Out

On Aug. 6, James City County neighborhoods are invited to join forces with Police and thousands of communities nationwide for the 36^th Annual National Night Out.

National Night Out heightens crime and drug prevention awareness; generates support for local ...

Police Host Scam Presentation June 26

Police throughout the Country receive numerous complaints each year regarding scams and fraudulent financial activity. James City County Police Department is no different. To help combat the prevalence of these crimes, the Police Department is offering a ...

Police Invite You and Your Kids to Ice Cream With a Cop

In an effort to reach kids and adults alike, James City County Police Department offers Ice Cream With a Cop, a spin-off of Coffee With a Cop, but for kids. Ice Cream With a Cop aims to bridge relationships between local police officers and kids in a fun ...

2018 Annual Report

The mission of the James City County Police Department is to perform our duties and fulfill our responsibilities of enforcing the law, preserving the peace, and providing police services so that it improves the quality of life for all citizens within our ...

Police Offer Firearm Safety Courses

The James City County Police Department will be offering free firearm safety classes to the public in May and June. Each one-session class will cover basic safety, handling, storage and laws related to carrying a concealed handgun in the Commonwealth of V...

Police to Offer Citizens Police Academy

The James City County Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy has been offering members of our local community the opportunity to get an inside look at the operation and function of police procedures since 1994. The classes offer an overview...

The Watch Dial by JCCPD

The Watch Dial is a quarterly newsletter published by James City County Police Department. Check back often for information about JCCPD events, crime prevention tips and other crime alerts.

Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors

Residents are reminded to protect their property by removing valuables (especially electronics, firearms, purses/wallets and shopping bags) from vehicles and always locking doors, keeping windows and doors locked at night and when not at home and keeping ...

The Best Outdoor Activities for Kids

June is Great Outdoors Month and to celebrate here are five of the best outdoor activities for kids in James City County.

•  Camping

A night filled with a campfire, fresh air and s’mores is the perfect way to kickoff summer! Camping is available at C...

June 28 is Today’s Hits at Jamestown Jams Featuring The Tight Slacks

Come and enjoy free live music on Friday, June 28 with The Tight Slacks as they perform Today’s Hits during Jamestown Jams at Jamestown Beach Event Park.The Tight Slacks bring the variety to their performances and refer to themselves as &ldq...

Fee Free Days at Historic Jamestowne

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

Fee Free Days

• Sunday, Aug. 25 in honor of the National Park Service Founders Day
• Saturday, Sept. 28 in honor of National Public Land...