Tabitha Reeves

Washington, D.C., United States

General Assignment Reporter at The Winchester Star (Winchester, VA)

General Assignment Reporter at Ogden Newspapers

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Middletown's budget set to be adopted in June; no tax hikes included

2 days ago | nvdaily.com | Tabitha Reeves

MIDDLETOWN — Middletown’s budget for fiscal year 2026 is close to being adopted, as town staff and the Finance Committee hammered out final details this week, with the intention to pass it at next month’s Town Council meeting. In its current form, the budget totals roughly $4.16 million in revenues and $4.01 million in expenses. A public hearing is planned for June 2, and the council is expected to approve the final budget on June 9.
Middletown's budget set to be adopted in June; no tax hikes included

2 days ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

MIDDLETOWN — Middletown’s budget for fiscal year 2026 is close to being adopted, as town staff and the Finance Committee hammered out final details this week, with the intention to pass it at next month’s Town Council meeting. In its current form, the budget totals roughly $4.16 million in revenues and $4.01 million in expenses. A public hearing is planned for June 2, and the council is expected to approve the final budget on June 9.
Dearmont Hall, or Soldier’s Retreat, a lesser-known tidbit of Clarke County history

4 days ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

WHITE POST — Pieces of history, some true and some far from it, have seemed to swirl around Clarke County’s Dearmont Hall for years, according to the home’s current owner, John Engels. Locals have told Engels that there are supposedly Underground Railroad tunnels under the home, and that George Washington once slept there. A Revolutionary War soldier is buried in the yard and, inside, the original wooden floorboards creak with weight.
New children’s book spotlights old oak tree named Charlie, once well-loved by locals | Winchester Star | winchesterstar.com

6 days ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

Three years ago, a 300-year-old white oak tree named Charlie — a beloved local fixture — shattered and collapsed during a storm, forcing admirers of the tree to say their
Historic place, historic livestock: A look into Frederick County’s Carter Hall Farm

1 week ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

STEPHENS CITY — From the farmhouse and driveway, to the trees and livestock, there’s not much that isn’t historic at Carter Hall Farm. Situated on rolling land just west of Stephens City’s bounds, the farm at 310 Carters Lane boasts a home, Carter Hall, from the early 1800s, as well as a driveway that was once a by-way to Winchester, a girthy-but-alive oak tree that is about 300 years old and farm animals that are hard to come by these days.
Stephens City council addresses storage container rules, adopts budget

1 week ago | nvdaily.com | Tabitha Reeves

STEPHENS CITY — Stephens City’s 30-minute Town Council meeting on Tuesday evening included an informal consensus on the much-discussed storage container ordinance, the passing of the budget and the appointment of a new Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) member. All were present for the actions, except for councilor Mariah Smith. Town staff presented a revised edition of the recently-adopted ordinance that governs PODs-like outdoor storage units.
No more pours: Va.’s longest-running beer festival is saying goodbye

1 week ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

MIDDLETOWN — It turns out that last year was the last call to attend Belle Grove Plantation’s annual Of Ale and History Beer Festival, as the history-focused nonprofit near Middletown announced that the event is being retired this year due to increasing costs. The festival has been held for 29 years — typically on the second Saturday in May — with brews, ciders, food, live music, demonstrations, activities and shopping on tap.
Stephens City council addresses storage container rules, adopts budget

1 week ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

STEPHENS CITY — Stephens City’s 30-minute Town Council meeting on Tuesday evening included an informal consensus on the much-discussed storage container ordinance, the passing of the budget and the appointment of a new Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) member. All were present for the actions, except for councilor Mariah Smith. Storage containersTown staff presented a revised edition of the recently-adopted ordinance that governs PODs-like outdoor storage units.
Sold-out Bloomers Luncheon a ladies-only blast

1 week ago | nvdaily.com | Tabitha Reeves

At Friday’s sold-out Massage Envy Bloomers Luncheon, ladies’ night occurred at 11 a.m.There were 1,320 tickets distributed for the women-only event, and those ticket-holders came ready to party. Some wore six-inch heels or extravagant hats to show up and show out, while others donned sneakers and flowy shirts for more comfortable dancing.
That's a wrap: 98th festival basks in sunshine (and gets a little soaked)

1 week ago | winchesterstar.com | Tabitha Reeves

WINCHESTER — It’s that time of year again. Yes, it’s time to put your pink and green outfits back in the closet and begin counting down the days until next year’s Bloom. The 98th iteration of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival drew to a close on Sunday as the final attractions (a contemporary Christian concert and the last day of the carnival) wrapped up, and the last of the revelers made their way from the once-bustling streets of Winchester to their quiet homes.