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VSP to launch ‘Operation C.A.R.E,’ increase patrol for Fourth of July holiday
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — The Fourth of July is just days away and as many get ready to enjoy parties and fireworks, the Virginia State Police (VSP) is reminding drivers to be safe on the roads. According to state police, the 2024 summer driving season had a deadly start, with preliminary numbers showing 13 […]
Senior Extension Agent Rooted in Service
For Senior Extension Agent Adam Downing, summer doesn’t offer much respite from a schedule packed with programming and activities. After a day conducting agroforestry fieldwork in Montpelier – and ahead of a SHARP Logger Program training that he will be facilitating in Elkton – Downing shared reflections about his work for Virginia Cooperative Extension, how he found his way […]
Concord University to host the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge
ATHENS, WV (WVDN) – The Concord University Department of Business will be hosting the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge (CBC) on Thursday, October 24, 2024 beginning at 8:30 AM. The Business Challenge is designed to allow high school juniors and seniors from West Virginia and Virginia to showcase their business acumen in a competitive setting. […] The post Concord University to host the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Shenandoah University To Participate In Virginia Private College Week
Shenandoah University will join other private higher education institutions across the commonwealth by taking part in Virginia Private College Week, sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), from July 15-20. Throughout the week, Shenandoah will provide tours of its main campus in Winchester and hold information sessions...
In May, Virginia Sportsbooks stunned the public with $60 million in revenue
For May 2024, the Virginia Lottery reported nearly $60 million in gross sports betting revenue. Sportsbook operators had an 11.9% hold on the market. Additionally, revenue was up 24.6% compared to May 2023. That was slightly less than the 25.2% increase in the handle to $505.6 million. Their $60 million in gross sports betting revenue was the fifth-highest total in 41 months of legal wagering in Virginia. Six of the eight highest monthly revenue totals have come in the last nine months. Sportsbooks in Virginia have attained a double-digit hold 21 times, it’s happened 12 times in the last 15 months.
Local Drag Performers Crowned with ‘Virginia Pride’ Titles
Virginia is home to new drag royalty following the Virginia Pride Pageant on Sunday. Judges named local drag artists Celestia Cox as Miss Virginia Pride, Keante Armon Black as Mr. Virginia Pride and Javon Love as Mx. Virginia Pride in front of a packed crowd at Godfrey’s in downtown Richmond.
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
As summer kicks into high gear, the D.C, Maryland and Virginia area is quickly becoming the place to be for fun in the sun. This week the AFRO interns compiled a mixture of events that will range from festivals, museum happenings, panel discussions and bike tours. Take a look at the events below to find something that piques your interest and don’t forget to register!
Registation opens for Senior Olympics
Online registration opened July 1 for the 2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. There are 83 events during 15 days of competitions, Sept. 14-29. Events include sports, such as power walking, swimming, and pickleball, and also non-athletic events, such as Scrabble and jigsaw puzzles. Participants must be 50 years of age...
Large-scale computing facilities spurring growth in electricity demand
New information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration has found that growth in commercial demand for electricity is concentrated in a handful of states seeing rapid development of large-scale computing facilities like data centers. Electricity ... Read More » The post Large-scale computing facilities spurring growth in electricity demand appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Groups celebrate full year of Pell Grant eligibility for prisoners to earn college degrees
Darryl Byers-Robinson choked up as he stood before a crowd of about 30 at Virginia’s Department of Corrections headquarters in Richmond on Monday with various advocacy groups and members of Virginia’s DOC. The groups had gathered to celebrate the first year since the full reestablishment of eligibility for incarcerated people to receive Pell Grants. The […] The post Groups celebrate full year of Pell Grant eligibility for prisoners to earn college degrees appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Va. school board member to be jailed for his role in Jan. 6 riot and more state headlines
• “Virginia school board member gets 12 days in jail for Jan. 6 riot role, says he won’t step down.”—NBC4 • “Losing candidate in Lynchburg Republican primary for council files suit to invalidate election.”—Cardinal News • “Almost 30% house renters in this Northern Virginia city pay more than $5,000 a month.”—WTOP • “Emergency loans may […] The post Va. school board member to be jailed for his role in Jan. 6 riot and more state headlines appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
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