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Construction begins on pipeline expansion in Hampton Roads
This story was reported by WHRO News. A project to overhaul and double the size of a natural gas pipeline in Hampton Roads is officially underway. TC Energy began construction last week on the Virginia Reliability Project, according to a filing with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The Canadian company...
Charlottesville breweries excel at annual Virginia Craft Beer Cup
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville does a lot of things well. Beer is certainly one of them. The Virginia Craft Brewery Guild seems to agree. Five Charlottesville breweries can say that their beers are award-winning after Monday’s Virginia Craft Beer Cup in Richmond, an annual statewide competition for craft breweries.
Swimming advisory extended for part of Lake Anna, other sections added
The swimming advisory issued by the Virginia Department of Health for the North Anna Branch of Lake Anna has been extended, along with the addition of a swimming advisory for the Upper and Middle sections of the Pamunkey Branch of Lake Anna.
City getting ready for job fair
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The city of Charlottesville will be holding a job fair next month with information on openings in multiple departments. The fair will take place at the Carver Recreation Center on Aug. 29 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The city says representatives from all departments...
Q&A: How UVA’s Olympic Presence Can Enhance the University’s Brand
While the University of Virginia won’t begin its next athletics season until Aug. 7, when the women’s soccer team takes on the University of Tennessee in an exhibition match, there’s plenty of opportunity to cheer on Cavaliers before then. UVA has 17 current or former student-athletes, representing...
Rounds of showers and storms
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Keep an eye to the sky. We’ll clouds and sun today, with late afternoon and evening showers and storm chances. Temperatures will warm into the upper 80s, and high humidity will make it feel warmer. Additional showers and scattered storms will be on tap Wednesday and Thursday as well. Meanwhile, we are tracking a cold front, that will begin to clear skies Friday into the weekend. Temperatures will continue to be seasonal. For a complete forecast, go to 29News.com. Have a great and safe day !
University of Virginia research provides better understanding of Alzheimer’s, epilepsy
Researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine have discovered functions of structures in the brain that could help understand and treat several neurological disorders.
UVA’s Kate Douglass Is the World’s ‘Fastest Mathematician in the Pool’
When Kate Douglass reflects on this past academic year on Grounds, she refers to it as the time she was a “normal student” at the University of Virginia. The thing is, though, as UVA professor Ken Ono notes, “There’s nothing normal about Kate Douglass.”. Ono speaks...
Beltway crash in Virginia slows morning commute
SPRINGFIELD, Va. — The Wednesday morning commute could be a slow one for drivers in Virginia. That's because of a crash involving a tractor trailer on the inner loop of the Capital Beltway (I-495). Traffic officials first posted on social media about the crash around 2:30 a.m., and warned of an extended closure. Here's what we know.
UPDATE: Charlottesville Police investigate two Tuesday night shootings
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – UPDATING TO ADD HOLLY’S DINER SHOOTING: Charlottesville Police are investigating two Tuesday night shootings. The first happened shortly before 9pm in front of 108 Lankford Avenue. Officers arrived to find a 23-year old victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Medics performed life-saving measures, then transported him to UVA where he’s in serious, but stable, condition. The victim and suspect may have known each other.
Va. plans to create cell phone-free education guidelines. Developing them will be complex.
As concerns mount over student performance, echoed in an executive order from Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Virginia is developing policies and guidelines to restrict students’ use of cell phones during school hours. Some educators and advocates question the effort and believe that cell phone-free policies could be hard to enforce and may harm certain students. Research shows […] The post Va. plans to create cell phone-free education guidelines. Developing them will be complex. appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Hopkinson-Wood Headlines VaSID Women's Golf Selections
LEXINGTON, Va. - The Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) announced their 2023-24 College Division All-State women's golf teams, with Washington and Lee earning five honors, including first-year head coach Jane Hopkinson-Wood being named VaSID Coach of the Year. Hopkinson-Wood led the Generals to their sixth consecutive conference championship and secured...
Some Charlottesville teachers spending summer gaining skills for the classroom
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Some Charlottesville City School teachers are spending a portion of their summer learning more skills to take into the classroom. The Responsive Classroom workshop is a student-centered approach to teaching and discipline using evidence-based practices to create safe, joyful and engaging classroom communities. “The importance of...
CASPCA offering guinea pigs free of charge
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Monday, the Charlottesville-Albemarle County SPCA placed 16 guinea pigs up for adoption free of charge. To add to their charm, all 16 are named after Disney princes and princesses, with names like Aurora, Ariel and Prince Charming. "Guinea pigs are really sweet, small...
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