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After VMSDEP repeal, military families call on lawmakers to end the practice of ‘legislating through the budget’
After months of intense debate, Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a bill repealing recently made changes to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). Although they are happy with the repeal, military families now have their sights set on a new goal.
Vance to campaign in Virginia as Trump campaign goes on offense
Vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) will hold a rally in Virginia next week, as the Trump campaign targets the commonwealth as a place to expand the electoral map with Democrats engulfed in drama. Vance will speak on Monday night in Radford, the Trump campaign announced. Vance is expected to attack the Biden White…
Virginia DWR awarded $8 million grant to restore critical marsh habitat on James River
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is being awarded an $8 million grant to restore a quickly-eroding march ecosystem in Isle of Wight County which spans over 1,500 acres.
VA To Spend $20 Million for Historic Preservation Ahead of Nation’s Semiquincentennial
Governor Youngkin has announced that the Virginia 250 Preservation Fund has been launched ahead of the 250th anniversary of the 1776 U.S. Declaration of Independence. The Department of Historic Resources (DHR) will administer the $20,000,000 state funds for historic preservation projects across Virginia. Funding for this new program was prioritized in Governor Youngkin’s recent biennial […]
Faculty, Staff, and Volunteers Honored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Virginia Cooperative Extension is honoring its standout faculty, staff, and volunteers who delivered stellar educational programs in 2023. Covering a wide range of areas – from agriculture and natural resources to 4-H youth development, Family and Consumer Sciences, and the Family Nutrition Program – Virginia Cooperative Extension Program Excellence Awards celebrate incredible contributions from across the […]
Some convictions overturned in terrorism case against Muslim scholar from Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A judge has overturned a conviction carrying a life sentence for an Islamic scholar from Virginia who was found guilty of soliciting treason after the Sept. 11 attacks for encouraging followers to fight against the U.S. in Afghanistan. The ruling issued Thursday from U.S. District...
Police: Missing teen found safe
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - A local teen is now safe at home with family after missing for nearly a week in Richmond. 14-year-old Asiah Mosby was reported missing on Monday, June 15. Members of her family gathered passing out flyers and canvassing areas like St. Johns Wood Apartments off of...
HBCU Football: Will Battle for Virginia decide CIAA Title?
Virginia State has climbed to the top of the CIAA football rankings, overtaking the defending champion Virginia Union, which is predicted second to it’s in-state HBCU rival in 2024. This shift in rankings promises an exhilarating season as both teams have eyes for the CIAA championship. Under the guidance of Dr. Henry Frazier, the Virginia […] The post HBCU Football: Will Battle for Virginia decide CIAA Title? appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
RPS200 returns Monday, toting major academic growth
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - It’s time to grab the backpacks as nearly 2,000 Richmond Public Schools students are returning to class Monday morning. “Wow, so feeling a lot better, not as much stress and anxiety as my first year,” Principal Angela Wright said. This is her second year...
Richmond spokesperson received $14K in severance pay
Former city spokesperson Petula Burks received more than $14,000 in severance pay when she left her position earlier this month. Burks departed amid questions about her use of a city credit card and after she’d been named in a whistleblower lawsuit. According to reports by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the spokesperson had thousands of dollars in back charges — and had her card suspended by the city in 2023.
Man arrested for multiple crimes in South Boston
SOUTH BOSTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A man was arrested for multiple crimes Saturday, July 20, according to South Boston Police Department. Quinn Theadon Tucker, 37, was charged with motor vehicle theft, property damage, assault and battery, and driving under a suspended license. He is being held in the Blue Ridge...
VCU Volleyball 2024: Coach Doyle Welcomes Talented Newcomers from U.S., Turkey, Netherlands, and Italy
RICHMOND, Va. – VCU Volleyball Coach Tim Doyle is excited to welcome eight talented newcomers to the program in the fall, aiming to build on last season's 17-13 performance. VCU's incoming class is the second-largest Doyle has ever recruited. The new players come from diverse backgrounds, including Poland, Italy,...
Youth pack in 3 days of fun at RWVFD Kids Camp
The Roanoke Wildwood Volunteer Fire Department’s Kid’s Camp offered a diverse range of activities. Youth met with Northampton County EMS personnel, saw the East Care helicopter, interacted with wildlife from Newell Farm, and watched demonstrations on the ladder trucks from the RWVFD and Warrenton Rural Fire Departments. And this was just the beginning of the three-day camp.
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