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Virginia Tech researchers explore genome of American chestnut tree with hopes for restoration
Virginia Tech researchers have collaborated with the American Chestnut Foundation to examine the genome of American chestnut trees, which may help restoration of the tree's population.
Crozet Thrift Store Relocates After 45 Years
CROZET, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – The Green Olive Tree is on the move. Crozet’s Christian thrift store, which opened the door at its original location back in 1979, faced demolition when the property on which it sat was sold for development. But Music Today, located just across the street, made an offer they couldn’t refuse, and a deal was made.
City juvenile facing firearms charge after claiming to be shooting victim
A Fredericksburg juvenile is facing a charge of felony possession of a firearm while in possession of narcotics and unlawful possession of marijuana while under the age of 18 after falsely claiming to have been shot in the leg. The Fredericksburg Police Department received a 911 call Tuesday morning at...
Ivy Material Utilization Center changes name
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - After a long discussion, The Rivanna Solid Waste Authority board voted to change the name to the of the Ivy Material Utilization Center to ‘Ivy Solid Waste and Recycling Center.’. Betsy Nemeth the “Director of Administration and Communications for Rivanna Authorities” says this change is...
Youngkin Announces Continued Job Growth With 15,000 New Jobs Added in June
Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that according to BLS’ Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES” or “establishment survey”), Virginia reported non-farm payroll employment gains of 15,000 in the month of June, totaling 258,000 more jobs since January 2022. According to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”, or “the household survey”), Virginia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained […]
Fermata Energy Collaborates with NSF-Funded Research Team to Strengthen American Infrastructure through Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 23, 2024-- Fermata Energy is proud to announce its advisory role in a prestigious three-year research initiative funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The project, Electric Vehicle Integration to power infrastructure by Behavioral, Economics, and Sociotechnical modeling (E-VIBES), is led by an interdisciplinary team at the University of Colorado-Denver, North Carolina State University, Gettysburg College, and Colorado Smart Cities Alliance. It aims to enhance the resilience and efficiency of America’s infrastructure through Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI) system development. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240723650303/en/ The Electric Vehicle Integration to power infrastructure by Behavioral, Economic and Sociotechnical (E-VIBES) modeling framework integrates social science and engineering methods and models to analyze the development, design and deployment of Vehicle-Grid Integration (VGI). (Graphic: Business Wire)
Reeves named UVA Softball Director of Operations and Player Development
Charlottesville, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Former Abilene Christian coach Caty Reeves has joined Virginia Softball, announced head coach Joanna Hardin on Monday. Reeves will serve as the Director of Operations and Player Development. Before joining the UVA softball staff, Reeves spent three seasons at Abilene Christian as an assistant coach,...
Countdown to Camp: At CB, the Cavaliers need some stability
Editor’s Note: This is the fourth installment in an our annual series of position breakdowns as we look at the depth, players in the mix to start, and potential breakout candidates heading into UVa’s 2024 season. You can read the previous breakdowns by clicking the links below:. 2023...
Ready, set, murder: Crimora Players present ‘Where There’s a Will’ whodunnit mystery
Murder mystery fans are in for dinner and a treat this weekend at Crimora Community Center when Crimora Players presents “Where There’s a Will, There’s a Murder.”. Ten individuals learn at an island getaway that they are distant relatives. Then, they learn that a relative who recently died has left each of them $1 million in his will.
Stanley Elementary names assistant principal
~ Press release provided by Page County Public Schools. LURAY, July 23 ― With more than 20 years of leadership and instructional experience in public education for Harrisonburg City Public Schools, Rockingham County Public Schools, and Northport-East Northport Union Free School District, Lee Purnhagen has been selected as the new Assistant Principal for the 2024-2025 school year at Stanley Elementary.
3 Dogs Die After Staying in PetSmart Facility in Virginia
On July 1, PetSmart PetsHotel in Alexandria, Virginia, contacted a dog owner about their canine companion’s passing while they were under its care. Following the incident, two more dogs died during or after their stay at the PetSmart facility. The case is still under investigation, and one of the canine’s bodies was sent for necropsy. […] The post 3 Dogs Die After Staying in PetSmart Facility in Virginia appeared first on DogTime.
Shooting on Lankford Avenue in Charlottesville leaves one person injured, police say
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - An investigation is underway in Charlottesville after someone was shot Tuesday night. The Charlottesville Police Department says the shooting happened on Lankford Avenue just before 9 p.m. Upon arrival, officials found one person had been shot. That individual was taken to UVA Medical Center. Their condition...
Wanted Virginia man apprehended in McDowell County
WELCH, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man wanted out of Tazewell County, Virginia, is apprehended in McDowell County. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 8:51 PM, Brandon Burnett, a fugitive from justice out of Tazewell County, Virginia, fled on foot from an officer with the Welch City Police Department. Deputies from the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office […]
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