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Pinpoint Weather: Heat returns Thursday, storms possible
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Hot and humid conditions are expected across Southwest and Central Virginia on Thursday as a cold front approaches from the north. Scattered showers and storms are possible. Although it won’t be as hot as Wednesday, the region will still have to deal with the heat and humidity on Thursday. Morning temperatures […]
Heat advisory in effect for WV, VA and MD. Real feel index above 100, air quality poor
National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday for portions of eastern West Virginia, northern and central Virginia, and central and western Maryland. A heat advisory is in effect for much of the area Wednesday afternoon and early evening. Temperatures are expected to reach 96-97 degrees with a...
Keydets welcome Colonials to close out homestand
LEXINGTON, Va. – VMI Men's Soccer completes its three-game homestand when the Keydets host Robert Morris Thursday evening at Patchin Field. VMI, who is 2-0, looks to start the 2024 season with three straight wins, a mark that has not been met since 1999. In the way of making history is Robert Morris, a team VMI is looking to defeat for the first time in program history. Kick-off is set for 4 p.m.
RMU Men's Soccer Travels to VMI
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. – The RMU men's soccer team continues their road stretch, taking on VMI on Thursday, August 29 at 4:00 PM. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+. RMU (0-1-1, 0-0-0 #HLMSOC) is coming off their first away match of the season, which ended in a 3-3 draw against Mount St. Mary's. The Colonials showcased a strong defensive performance in the first half, allowing just one shot while securing their first goal of the season via a penalty kick by Gabe Norris. However, the second half saw the Mount surge ahead with three quick goals, taking a 3-1 lead. RMU responded with resilience, as junior Anass Hadran provided two assists that ignited a late comeback. Goals from Fabian Overkamp and William Dodzi Afawubo—both their first career goals—helped the Colonials secure the draw.
Waynesboro: Connect, learn, be inspired with CreativeMornings speaker
CreativeMornings Shenandoah Valley will host an event on Friday, Aug. 30, featuring an inspiring talk by local poet, author and mother of three Vanessa “V” Joy. Joy returned to her hometown of Waynesboro in 2023 to raise her family in the Shenandoah Valley. She is launching a crowdfunding campaign to publish her first collection of poetry while undergoing treatment for a terminal cancer diagnosis. Under the theme RITUAL, she will guide attendees through a journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the role of ritual in living as our most true selves. The audience will explore the power of rituals in deepening our sense of purpose and connection.
Raccoon found in Botetourt County tests positive for rabies
EAGLE ROCK, VA (WSET) — A case of rabies has been confirmed in Eagle Rock in Botetourt County, according to the Virginia Department of Health. On August 23, a raccoon was found near Main Street in the Glen Wilton area of northern Boteourt County. Tuesday, the VDH confirmed the animal had tested positive for rabies.
University of Lynchburg students facing waitlisted classes and thousands in extra costs
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Students at the University of Lynchburg are wanting answers from the school after a turbulent start to the school year. On top of that, some students told ABC13 they showed up to classes they registered for--only to be told they were actually waitlisted. One student...
Board of Ed passes controversial new school standards
Governor Glenn Youngkin ran and won on a promise to address COVID-era learning loss. But with Standards of Learning test results staying relatively flat, the state Board of Education is looking to rewrite how Virginia grades schools. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
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