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A small island with a storied past

Tangier, Virginia, is located in the Chesapeake Bay near the Virginia/Maryland border.

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  • A Lifeline for the Chesapeake: Group to Help Tangier with Grant
    By Vanessa Remmers Chesapeake Bay Foundation Tangier Island exists in constant conversation with the Chesapeake Bay. For many, the conversation with the rising water is deeply personal. Looking out into the waves with a map of his island home in his hand, Tangier Mayor James “Ooker” Eskridge remembers what used to be a general store.Continue reading “A Lifeline for the Chesapeake: Group to Help Tangier with Grant”
  • Tangier Town Council Minutes, Sept. 17, 2025
    The Tangier Town Council meeting on September 17, 2025, focused on budget approvals, community support endeavors, and plans for contracting grass cutting services. Key topics included financial updates on the General Fund and Wastewater Treatment Plant, site visits for funding opportunities, and a new tourist attraction proposal. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.
  • October Nor’easter Batters Tangier and the East Coast
    Residents of Tangier, Virginia faced severe effects from a powerful nor’easter that struck from October 10-12, 2025, causing significant coastal flooding, heavy rainfall, and strong winds. The storm’s prolonged duration heightened flooding risks, prompting local officials to issue warnings and prepare residents for ongoing perilous conditions throughout the region.