Archive - Williamsburg Independent

Commentary: My 2025 Predictions Graded

2 F's and a D- drag down the Independent Magic Crystal Ball's grade to a C-

Dec 12 • George Arbogust

Commentary: Williamsburg Plans Wonderful New Library for James City Residents

Williamsburg taxpayers asked to shoulder costs of new downtown library though most users don't live in the city

Dec 8 • George Arbogust

Commentary: A student-led city council would focus on housing & parking

Potential student victories next November could mean significant shifts in Williamsburg's priorities

Dec 5 • George Arbogust

City and William & Mary Consider Land Swap

College would get property on Strawberry Plains Road bordering College Woods, Williamsburg would get portion of land next to Cedar Grove Cemetery

Dec 2 • George Arbogust

James City Shares Locations of Flock Surveillance Cameras; Williamsburg and York Decline

Differing disclosure policies reflect unsettled questions as advanced license plate recognition technology proliferates nationwide

Dec 1 • George Arbogust

November 2025

COMMENTARY: W&M students could take over City Council next year

Quirk in Williamsburg's voting system sets up students to occupy three out of five seats

Nov 21 • George Arbogust

Gladiator/Gladiatrix Combat Wrestling Booked for Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center

Allowing gun, knife and ammo shows is also being considered

Nov 19 • Williamsburg Independent

Williamsburg Considering $150K for Temporary Downtown Art Installation

“Touring Musical Swings” said to stimulate community involvement and economic activity

Nov 18 • George Arbogust

COMMENTARY: With zeal for new library, City Council brushes aside financial concerns

Unsettled operating agreement, lack of private fundraising, and undetermined size and cost among issues

Nov 13 • George Arbogust

Grove 'Stormwater and Roadway Improvements' Project Expected to Finish This Month

Plus, James City developing contractor short-list for new Grove community park

Nov 10 • Williamsburg Independent

James City 'Public Works' Stats Detailed in Recent Annual Report

Info includes details about conservation and maintenance of county assets such as parks, facilities and vehicles

Nov 10 • Williamsburg Independent

Review of Proposed Church at Williamsburg Pottery Deferred by James City Planning Commission

Applicant requests more time to respond to concerns of county planning staff

Nov 10 • Williamsburg Independent

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