Reflections on Williamsburg's 2023

Was it just me or did 2023 seem to fly by?

Each year, I always do a year in review of Williamsburg, and I just can’t be anything but optimistic for Williamsburg in 2024 and the years to come. As Williamsburg knows, there is always and has always been potential in our small town. We are undoubtedly rich in our history, prideful in our school district, sports teams and traditions, and without a doubt, a community centered on just that — community.

For the past few years, things have not always looked up in our small town — the closing of our grocery store, lack of businesses — but others have co...