Monthly Archives: July 2011
Nomination letter
September 25, 2006 Dear Nominating Committee, It’s a good thing Dr. David Nichols knows how to fly – some of his most beloved patients live on an isolated island in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay, an hour and a … Continue reading
Recipes from the Island
In it’s 4th printing – A collection of favorite recipes from local Tangier men and women and those out-of-towners who have become like family. When Tangier Island Health Center colleagues Cindy Parks, Cindy Wheatley, and Anna Parks decided on a … Continue reading
More information
To learn more about Tangier Island and its people please view the following articles: – Tangier Island: Experience the Waterman’s Life – Tangier Island: If you go – Tangier Island: Official website – Tangier Islanders Retain Unique Dialect – Tangier … Continue reading
10 Places to See in Virginia
Just a Natural Playground Richmond Times-Dispatch June 25, 2007 Growing up on a vanishing wisp of land in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay has its advantages. “Get up in the morning, go out, rove the seashores or go out … Continue reading
A Waterman’s Life
The Chesapeake Bay sustains Tangier Island mayor and waterman – James Eskridge, Jr. It’s his history, his living, and – as he tells it – the only future he wants. Click here to view clip from National Geographic magazine: A … Continue reading
Our Board and Staff
James (Jimmie) N. Carter, Jr Founder and President Elizabeth (Inez) Pruitt, PA-C Vice President David A. Jones Secretary and Treasurer B.H.B. Hubbard, III, Esquire Assistant Secretary Captain Lonnie Moore Director David (Davy) Nichols Director Iris Treakle Director William Westbrook Director … Continue reading