Gazette Journal – News and Information for Gloucester and Mathews, Virginia

Battle of the Hook: The largest cavalry engagement of Revolutionary War

Gloucester County (including Kingston Parish—now Mathews County) played an important role in the American Revolution, beginning even before the Declaration of Independence was signed, when…

Melany Slaughter July 1, 2026
‘Crickets on a Hill’ to be presented for fourth time

Beginning tonight, the Mathews VA250 Committee and The Court House Players will present six performances of the beloved Judy Ward musical, “Crickets on a Hill.”…

Melany Slaughter July 1, 2026
Leaks discovered at base of Burke’s Mill Pond dam spillway

Leaks were discovered recently in the base of the spillway for the Burke’s Mill Pond dam, and the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is…

Melany Slaughter July 1, 2026

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Supervisors to meet Tuesday on referendum proposal (7/6/2026) - The Mathews County Board of Supervisors has called a special meeting for 1 p.m. Tuesday in order to determine whether to place a voter referendum on the November ballot regarding levying an additional 1 percent sales tax in Mathews to support the schools. The meeting will be held in the historic courthouse. Chairman Tom Bowen has spoken a number of times about the need for such a tax to help pay for much-needed renovations in… …

Closings for July 4 holiday

Fireworks displays Saturday, Sunday