The Town Hall’s email address is now townoffice@tangiervirginia.org. Tangier Combined School achieved a perfect 100% in state testing across all subjects, demonstrating exceptional educational quality with a low student-teacher ratio. Notable teachers, Trenna Moore and Trudy Pruitt, share their commitment to student success and community involvement. Upcoming school events are also highlighted.
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Tangier Town Hall Closure Announcement
Tangier Town Hall will be closed Wednesday, reopening Thursday afternoon, as announced by Council member Sharon Haynie. The Town Council approved Connie Barnes for an audit of town finances. The council praised the official website, encouraging news tips and achievements from Tangier Combined School, as well as church news.
Tangier Town Council Meeting Agenda: January 28
The Tangier Town Council will convene at 6 p.m. today, January 28, at Swain Memorial Methodist Church. The agenda includes financial reports and public comments. Additionally, local residents, including Castella Dise and Brittany Pruitt, received accolades for academic achievements and life-saving actions. The upcoming week’s weather forecast is provided.
Tangier Island’s Winter Update: Snow Days and Ice Scenes
On January 24, cold weather resulted in icy conditions around Chesapeake Bay, with a notable photo shared by Loni Renee. Local residents gathered by a bonfire, appreciating the winter scenery. Additionally, Tangier Town Council will meet on January 28, and schools are closed due to snow. Historical winter memories were also recalled.
Tangier Town Council Meeting to be Held Tuesday
BY MILES LAYTON Tangier Town Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28 at the Swain Memorial Methodist Church Sunday School building, per Mayor Eskridge and Town Council. As soon as the meeting’s agenda is available, that’ll be posted. In other news, Accomack County Schools are closed Thursday due to snow and poor roadContinueContinue reading “Tangier Town Council Meeting to be Held Tuesday”
Optimism for 2025: Federal Investments for Tangier Island’s Future
In a letter to his daughter Samantha at the Virginia Military Institute, Miles Layton updates on initiatives to preserve Tangier Island, highlighting $10.3 million in federal funding for shoreline stabilization and other projects. He shares optimism for improvements and community resilience amidst climate challenges, while celebrating local leadership and upcoming initiatives.
Tangier Town Council Minutes: January 6, 2025
On January 6, 2025, the Tangier Town Council convened with 50 adults and 13 teens. Key discussions included adopting meeting minutes, hiring Jen Merritt as a grant writer, maximizing the old health center’s use, and rejoining the Virginia Municipal League. Finances were reviewed, and future meeting protocols were established.
Tangier Town Meeting Agenda – January 2025
Town of Tangier will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, at Tangier Combined School. Published below is the agenda for Monday’s meeting. Agenda Call to order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Opening Statement 1. Agenda 2. Minutes 3. Town Office 4. The Virginia Municipal League 5. New Business Website Charter Grant Writer Town Ordinances ContinueContinue reading “Tangier Town Meeting Agenda – January 2025”
Monthly Meeting Set
The monthly Town of Tangier meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, January 6, 2025, at Tangier Combined School, 4375 School Lane, Tangier. The agenda will be announced at a later date.
Tangier Island Welcomes New Council Members
Accomack County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Bobby Taylor swore in new Tangier, Virginia, council members on December 26. The council members will serve from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2027. Mayor James “Ooker” Eskridge was re-elected and will be sworn in soon.
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