Rappahannock Community College began conducting classroom instruction and student advising virtually this week, continuing at least until April 4, in response to the spread of COVID-19. Online classes will continue without change, according to a message from RCC president Dr. Shannon L. Kennedy.

Beginning on Tuesday, the libraries on RCC’s Glenns and Warsaw campuses, including the Richmond County Public Library, were closed to the public. The libraries will remain open for students who need computer and internet access and will be following social-distancing guidelines. The Kilmarnock Center has computer and internet access for students. Students are instructed to refrain from bringing children to the campuses or sites. The King George site and testing center are closed.

The Glenns and Warsaw testing centers are operating from 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Fridays.

To ensure an appropriate distance between all students who are testin...