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New public notice law will delay permit approvals, Smithfield says
Town officials in Smithfield say a change in Virginia’s public notice laws will lengthen the approval process for rezoning applications and other permits that require votes by the town’s Planning Commission and Town Council. State law has for decades required local governments to solicit public input ahead of adopting any new ordinance or amendment, including […]
Jackson Holliday, other Norfolk Tides players aware of rumors as trade deadline nears. ‘I don’t live in a cave.’
NORFOLK — Some online speculation has Jackson Holliday going to the Detroit Tigers. Other proposals have him landing with the Chicago White Sox. Another online report called Holliday, a Norfolk Tides middle infielder and the top prospect in the Baltimore Orioles’ organization, “the most untouchable prospect in baseball,” an indication that the 20-year-old is likely staying put. But as Major ...
Texas Roadhouse set to open in EC on Sept. 9
The long-awaited opening of Elizabeth City's first steakhouse restaurant in years is now only weeks away. The Texas Roadhouse at 3720 Patrick Way is set to open Sept. 9, according to Kelsie Parker, the restaurant's managing partner. “For weeks, I’ve been telling our people we are going to open in September and now we’re really just a few weeks away from opening day," Parker said Friday. ...
Pony Auction proceeds set another record
Threating overcast skies with intermittent lite rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of anxious bidders at the Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s 99th annual auction yesterday at the carnival grounds. Following introductions by auctioneer Tim Jennings the crowd was treated to a display by the Chincoteague Pony Drill team. This is...
Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards
Franklin Baptist Church recently awarded its annual scholarships, continuing a unique ministry that has had a remarkable impact over the last 20 years. The Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 and since then has allowed for the presentation of 159 scholarships to members of the church. The scholarships have had a combined […] The post Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Firefighter killed in Franklin County crash; charges pending against driver
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A volunteer firefighter was killed in a crash in Franklin County that’s being investigated by Virginia State Police. Sherman Dale Mason, 43 of Penhook, died at the scene of the crash, according to police. The crash occurred July 24 at 6:30 a.m. on Sontag...
Spirit of Norfolk heading to Florida, flooding after massive rainfall, Something in the Water this fall | Top WAVY stories this week
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — Take a look at some of the top stories on WAVY.com from the week of July 22. Click here for more local news. Suffolk veteran returns home after more than 24 years in prison Harris’ downward spiral started when he, as a young soldier, nearly drowned while in training. The PTSD that followed […]
Virginia students to benefit from record-breaking USDA farm-to-school investment
WASHINGTON (VR) — A historic investment by the U.S. Department of Agriculture is helping connect more Virginia students to agriculture by building healthier communities and lifelong learning opportunities. Virginia will benefit from a record-breaking $14.3 million investment in Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants awarded to 154 projects in 43 states, Guam and Puerto Rico. These funds […] The post Virginia students to benefit from record-breaking USDA farm-to-school investment appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Virginia General Fund Revenues Complete Fiscal Year 2024 $1.2 Billion Ahead of the Official Forecast
RICHMOND, VA (VR) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that Virginia’s general fund revenues ended fiscal year 2024 $1.2 billion over the official revenue forecast. For the full fiscal year, overall general fund revenue collections grew 5.5 percent, well above the 1.3 percent increase assumed in the official forecast. The official forecast incorporated $525 million of excess […] The post Virginia General Fund Revenues Complete Fiscal Year 2024 $1.2 Billion Ahead of the Official Forecast appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Attorney General Miyares Announces $86 Million Multistate Settlement in Principle with Indivior for Its Role in the Opioid Crisis
Attorney General Miyares announced an $86 million multistate settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Indivior for its role in driving the spread of deadly opioid addictions across Virginia and the country. Indivior produced buprenorphine-based products to treat opioid use disorder. However, as Attorney General Miyares and a multistate coalition of attorneys general allege, Indivior inappropriately […] The post Attorney General Miyares Announces $86 Million Multistate Settlement in Principle with Indivior for Its Role in the Opioid Crisis appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Approval of Virginia Broadband Proposal
RICHMOND, VA (VR) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the release of the federally approved Virginia Initial Proposal Volume 2 that will enable Virginia to access its allocation of $1.48 billion through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program under the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) federal Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act. This approval puts […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Approval of Virginia Broadband Proposal appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Inaugural Virginia Cocktail Games Are Underway!
Embracing local producers means imbibing tasty treats from distilleries around the commonwealth! In that spirit, the Virginia Cocktail Games highlights bartenders from around the state, crafting cocktails that use Virginia spirits and pay tribute to the Summer Olympics. The Virginia Spirits Board has chosen 25 semifinalists, five from each region of the state, to advance to the next level, where voters choose Virginia’s 2024 Cocktail of the Year.
A schedule of when Olympic events featuring athletes from DC, Maryland and Virginia
PARIS, France — Are you looking to keep an eye on how athletes from D.C., Maryland, and Virginia do in the Olympics?. WUSA9 has put together a complete schedule of the event's DMV Olympic athletes will compete. All times are Eastern. MARYLAND. Jahmal Harvey. City: Oxon Hill. Event: Boxing...
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