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- A Scan of Progress at the Armoury.
  While the roving webcam has been deployed to the tin shop, the Historic Trades Carpenters have made great strides inside the Armoury. This week's photo gallery provides a glimpse of recent activity.
- Then and Now: The Rolfe-Warren House
  Philanthropist John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s interest in colonial Virginia buildings extended beyond the collection he and the Reverend Dr. W. A. R. Goodwin acquired, restored, and reconstructed in Williamsburg. The opportunity of buying for himself Lower Brandon, an eighteenth-century mansion on the south shore of the James River, brought Rockefeller to Virgini […]
- Discuss now on CW Connect: What relationships did presidents have with their slaves?
  Join a discussion of the presidents and their attitudes towards slavery, and the sometime contrast between their words and their actions. How can we reconcile the idea of noble leaders and ignoble practices? Join the discussion on Colonial Williamsburg Connect.
- February is Black History Month
  Colonial Williamsburg celebrates black history this month and all year long with programs, resources, and exhibits that explore the lives and cultures of African individuals in 18th-century Williamsburg. Learn more about the African American experience in Williamsburg.
- Podcasts: now 33% more fun
  Have you ever wanted to make a comment or ask a question about the podcast? Ever wanted to easily share a link to an episode with a friend? A redesign to the podcast page allows both, and one-click listening, too. Visit podcast.history.org to browse our updated features. Go to the new podcast page.

Weather in Williamsburg

Posted on January 28, 2009 by mrwilliamsburg

People from out of the area ask me what the weather is like in Williamsburg VA. Well as of right now it is 70 degrees and sunny. I have our windows open on the house ! I just checked Washington DC and it was 34 degrees, Cincinnati 27 degrees, Boston 34 degrees. Amazing that we [...]

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Buy or Rent ?

Posted on January 28, 2009 by mrwilliamsburg

Should you buy a house now ? Well, if you want to rent there are some great houses for rent. I know a few sellers that got tired of their home being on the market. Some bought long ago and simply want to break even and wait for the market to adjust. Here is another [...]

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Williamsburg, VA. Green Building Symposium

Posted on January 28, 2009 by mrwilliamsburg

W&M Law School presents a two-day symposium Jan. 30-31. “It’s Not Easy Being Green: Legal & Political Issues in green Building Standards and Sustainable Development Legislation’’ “It’s Not Easy Being Green: W&M Environmental Law & Policy Review Symposium Starts: January 30, 2009 at 12:00 PMEnds: January 31, 2009 at 12:00 PMLocation: Room 120 of the [...]

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New Stores in Williamsburg VA

Posted on January 28, 2009 by mrwilliamsburg

Is Steinmart moving to New Town Williamsburg ? Is Bakers Crust Bakery opening in New Town ? Bakers Crust is opening in Williamsburg This European style bakery, restaurant, and crepe bar that serves a delicious array of eclectic dishes, such as specialty sandwiches and uniquely prepared entrees. Fresh baked breads are also available and they [...]

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Green Building in Virginia

Posted on January 28, 2009 by mrwilliamsburg

Earth Craft House Home Construction that’s Naturally Better The Benefits of an EarthCraft House: Owning an environmentally friendly house doesn’t mean making sacrifices. In fact, an EarthCraft House is one of the most high performance, durable and resource-efficient homes you can buy. EarthCraft House is a green building program that serves as a blueprint [...]

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- Saturday's Last Word on Friday
  School issues -- “Why did the York School Board have students in class only one full day out of the week of Jan. 23 and the rest of the week were half-days? No wonder they are in school through the middle of June. Students need to have more class time.”
- Wednesday's Last Word on Tuesday
  Bullying - “Bullies are not just school-age. They come in all shapes and sizes. They pick on people unable to defend themselves. Please stand up and stop the bullying.”
- Saturday's Last Word on Friday
  School issues - “WJC, how about some real cuts at Central Office, not repackaged positions. Most of these positions offer those of us at the low end of the totem pole merely a few weekly e-mails containing virtually useless information. Put the savings where it matters — directly in the schools.”
- Wednesday's Last Word on Tuesday
  James City issues - “Thank you to James City officials for recognizing the deliberate policy by developers to wear down the residents with constant delays on requests for troublesome land-use changes. Residents and local business owners and operators deserve to have the say in local land use as they have already placed their dollars in the county. Residents […]
News from Williamsburg VA
- Tribe falls to 4-21 after loss to UNC Wilmington
  WILMINGTON, N.C. - Despite a season-high 27 points from senior Quinn McDowell and the fewest turnovers in school history, the William and Mary men's basketball team dropped a CAA road contest Saturday at UNCW, 81-68.
- Sunday hunting ban is hard to target
  JAMES CITY — Opinions are mixed about whether the General Assembly should allow Sunday hunting.
- Colony Square gets a new anchor store
  JAMES CITY — The old Fresh Market at Colony Square will get new life selling building materials.
- They rage against dying form of light
  WILLIAMSBURG — Shoppers are trying to grasp the fading light of 100-watt light bulbs as they are phased out.
- Anti-meth bill halts pharmacy shopping
  RICHMOND — A York Sheriff’s official told legislators this week that a local meth ring was able to thrive by acquiring lots of pseudoephedrine.
- Historic Area stuck at 670,000 paid
  WILLIAMSBURG — Blaming bad weather and low consumer confidence, Colonial Williamsburg announced Friday that paid attendance fell 2% last year.
News From W&M
- CNN's 'John King, USA' comes to 'Alma Mater of a Nation'
  William & Mary's new Chancellor, Robert Gates, to be interviewed on CNN's John King, USA. Show to broadcast LIVE from campus.
- Robert M. Gates '65 to speak at William & Mary's Charter Day
  Former U.S. Secretary of Defense and William & Mary alumnus Robert M. Gates '65 will serve as the keynote speaker at the College’s 2012 Charter Day ceremony. Professor Emeritus of Government James A. Bill, founding director of the Reves Center, will also be honored at the event.
- A few minutes with Jim Bill
  Founding director of the Reves Center for International Studies reflects on his tenure.
- Two W&M Students Awarded Gilman Scholarships
  Nicole McCauley ’13 and Johanna Hribal ’13 receive Gilman awards to study abroad in spring 2012.

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