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Copper Fox Distillery Celebrates 20th Anniversary this Weekend

1 day ago | wydaily.com | Megan Roche

WILLIAMSBURG — As part of the festivities of the Williamsburg Whiskey and Wine Weekend, visitors can also celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Copper Fox Distillery. Copper Fox, which has a Williamsburg location at 901 Capital Landing Road, opened in Sperryville in 2005. Founder Rick Wasmund got the idea from his love of the smoky smell of campfires as he was growing up, and wanted to infuse that smell into the taste of whiskey.
W&M Alum, Mixologist Returns to the Region for Williamsburg Whiskey and Wine Weekend

3 days ago | wydaily.com | Megan Roche

WILLIAMSBURG — Professional mixologist and William & Mary alum Greg Benson will return to the area to offer cocktail-making classes as part of this weekend’s Williamsburg Whiskey and Wine Weekend. Benson, who graduated from the university in 2011, has worked at bars in the U.S. and abroad. Originally thinking he was going to be a brewery owner, he learned he lacked an important beer brewing skill. “I worked in breweries and I swore that I was going to be that guy who opened his own.
Dump Truck Wedged Under Overpass Closes I-64 Westbound Near Toano Exit

3 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

JAMES CITY COUNTY — Interstate 64 westbound lanes were closed Tuesday after a dump truck became stuck underneath an overpass, blocking all traffic near the Toano exit in James City County. According to the Virginia State Police, the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 2:15 p.m.The Virginia Department of Transportation put a detour in place, routing westbound traffic off of exit 227 onto Old Stage Road. The driver was hospitalized with minor injuries.
VBU Stunts Lionsbridge Late, Hands Hosts First Loss of the Season

3 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

NEWPORT NEWS — A first-half red card to Evan Howard proved to be the turning point as Lionsbridge FC fell 2-1 to Virginia Beach United on Saturday night at TowneBank Stadium, suffering their first loss of the 2025 USL League Two season. Lionsbridge dominated the opening 45 minutes and took an early lead in the 7th minute when Mike Habel headed in a back-post delivery from Constantinos Christou — his first goal for the club.
Yorktown Elementary Principal Named Virginia Principal of Distinction

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Megan Roche

YORK COUNTY — York County School Division recently announced that Kristin Bolam, Yorktown Elementary School Principal, was named a 2025 Virginia Principal of Distinction. According to the division, this statewide program recognizes exceptional school leadership and student-focused achievement.
York County Students Advocate for Asian Youth, Supporting Deported Students

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

YORK COUNTY — Earlier this year, sisters Cailyn and Sophia Jiao started a chapter of Dear Asian Youth in York County — an international nonprofit that aims to empower Asian youth through activism. “There wasn’t really anything, at least where I grew up, that was centered around focusing on Asian issues, like advocating for Asian youth in our community.” Cailyn Jiao said.
Update: Cooling Centers Available to Help Residents and Visitors Cope with Heat

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

HISTORIC TRIANGLE — According to the National Weather Service, an Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for most of the area, with heat indices forecast to reach 110° or higher. Tuesday will be the hottest day of the week, according to NWS, which advises planning ahead and taking frequent breaks if you must be outside, stay hydrated and provide plenty of water and shade for any outdoor animals. For more information on heat safety, visit weather.gov/safety/heat.
VDOT to Hold Public Hearing on Next Segment of Route 171 Project in York County

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

YORK COUNTY — The Virginia Department of Transportation announced it will hold a design public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, for the proposed plans to widen Victory Boulevard in York County. The project aims to improve capacity and mobility on Victory Boulevard (Route 171) from east of Bowman Terrace to Big Bethel Road (Route 600).
Virginia State Police Arrest Williamsburg Man Who Fled Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office Deputies

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

GLOUCESTER COUNTY — A Williamsburg man was arrested Monday morning by the Virginia State Police after fleeing from sheriff’s office deputies in Gloucester County. Acording to VSP, it responded to a call by the Gloucester Sheriff’s Office to assist in arresting a fleeing suspect the morning of June 23.
Cooling Centers Available in James City County to Help Residents and Visitors Cope with Heat

4 days ago | wydaily.com | Christopher Six

JAMES CITY COUNTY — According to the National Weather Service, an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for our area beginning at 10 a.m. today, June 23, through 8 p.m., June 25. Residents and visitors who need to cool off are encouraged to head to the James City County Recreation Center or the Williamsburg Regional Library, during open hours, the county said. The county cautions with the exception of service animals, pets are not allowed in the buildings.