Jillian Appel

Williamsburg

Journalist at Williamsburg Yorktown Daily

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CIAO Social Club’s Meatball Contest Exceeds Fundraising Goal

2 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — The Colonial Italian American Organization exceeded its fundraising goal for scholarships at its meatball cook-off May 31 at Frothy Moon Brewhouse. CIAO was established in 1988 initially as a heritage organization for people of Italian origin, be it through family or marriage. Over time, the organization has opened up to anyone interested in anything Italian. Fundraising for this particular event went to scholarships awarded to students in the Hampton Roads area.
Williamsburg REALTORS Commemorates 70 Years with Platinum Jubilee Celebration

2 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — Williamsburg REALTORS gathered at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg to celebrate 70 years Friday, May 30.
WJCC Schools Music Program Receives National Recognition for Music Education

3 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG/JAMES CITY COUNTY— Williamsburg-James City County Schools announced it is among a select group of school divisions in Virginia and the nation being celebrated for music education.
Oak Counseling Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting

3 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — Oak Counseling celebrated its one-year anniversary on May 30 with a ribbon cutting at its facilities on Jamestown Road. Oak Counseling Services, led by Breanne Bass, specializes in working with children, adolescents, and those transitioning into adulthood, with an emphasis on those elementary and middle school aged. “[Adolescent mental health has] been an issue that’s been percolating in society with youth.
Tourism Numbers Leave Visit Williamsburg Cautiously Optimistic for the Summer

3 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

HISTORIC TRIANGLE — A recent meeting to discuss tourism numbers for the year to date left Visit Williamsburg “cautiously optimistic” about how the summer will pan out. “[Tourism] feels like we’re basically standing at the top of a roller coaster buckled in, we’ve built the track, tested the ride, the weather is looking good, now we’re kind of just waiting for that big, thrilling drop and we’re excited,” said Edward Harris, CEO of Visit Williamsburg.
New Website Launched for Williamsburg Botanical Garden

4 weeks ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — Web Development Technology Partners Inc. has developed a new website for the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum, located in Freedom Park. Mary Sipe, president of the Williamsburg Botanical Garden Board of Directors, reached out to WDTP about redesigning the website, a process that, in addition to website construction, included help with email, payments made online and form submissions.
Photo Gallery: The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge Officially Opens

1 month ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge officially opened to the public at Busch Gardens May 23 following a ribbon cutting and ceremonial first ride completed by the Wolf Scouts from the Colonial Virginia Council of Scouting America. Attendees were joined by local dignitaries and Busch Gardens leadership.
William & Mary Online Master’s Program Recognized Among Nations Best for 2025

1 month ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — William & Mary’s Online Master’s in School Counciling has been recognized by CouncilingPsychology.org as No. 2 in the country. According to the website, the CACREP-accredited program emphasizes social justice and diversity, preparing students for licensure through a curriculum that includes academic planning, career exploration, and emotional support strategies.
Local Nonprofit Literacy for Life Faces Future Without Federal Grant Funding

1 month ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — Literacy for Life, a local nonprofit that promotes adult literacy, has expressed concern over the loss of federal grant funding, which provides 20% of its annual budget. Literacy for Life has been serving Greater Williamsburg since 1975 and recently expanded into Newport News and Hampton. It says the number of people it helps roughly 1,100 people across the peninsula.
High Tide Harbor Officially Opens at Water Country

1 month ago | wydaily.com | Jillian Appel

WILLIAMSBURG — In addition to officially opening for the summer season, Water Country USA opens its all-new attraction, High Tide Harbor, to the public at 1:30 p.m. May 23. High Tide Harbor is described as a multi-level interactive play area built for families to explore together, with interactive features for kids of all ages to enjoy. The attraction features over 100 interactive water elements, including water cannons, sprayers, and tipping fountains.