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Virginia Democrats welcome ‘IUD Express Tour’ in fight for contraceptive rights
A 20-foot IUD inflatable called "Freeda" made a trip to Richmond on Wednesday, July 17, as part of its "IUD Express Tour" traveling state-to-state with the organization Americans for Contraception. The campaign is designed to educate and engage the public on the importance of protecting the right to contraception.
VCU Quest Fund provides grants to 21 faculty-led projects that target society’s biggest challenges
Transdisciplinary research teams are pursuing advances in health, engineering, the environment, homeland security and more. Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. Faculty-led research projects ranging from developing therapies for cancer and opioid withdrawal symptoms to creating artificial wetlands for sewage treatment in urban settings are among the...
Missing person alert: Richmond teen reported missing
The Richmond Police Department is working to locate a missing 14-year-old juvenile girl. Asiah Mosby was last seen around 4 p.m. on Hull Street Road in Richmond on Monday. She has brown hair with blonde highlights and brown eyes. She is 5′ 6″ tall and weighs approximately 120 lbs.
Hot temperatures and hot lines: First responders see influx in calls this heat wave
Communities depend on first responders to help keep them safe and, during these past three weeks of extreme heat, the Richmond Ambulance Authority has seen even more calls for help than normal.
Richard Petty named Grand Marshal for the Clean Harbors 250 Truck Series race at Richmond Raceway
Richmond Raceway announced today that American icon, NASCAR Hall of Famer, Seven-Time Cup Series Champion and the winningest driver in NASCAR history “The King” Richard Petty will serve as the Grand Marshal for the Clean Harbors 250 on Saturday, Aug. 10. Amid the Petty Family’s 75th year in NASCAR, Petty will say the most famous words in motorsports prior to the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Regular Season Finale.
Dale Jr.’s Take on NASCAR and Goodyear’s Game-Changing Debut at Richmond
Dale Jr.’s Take on NASCAR and Goodyear: Dale Earnhardt Jr.‘s insights into NASCAR’s recent tactical shift, marked by Goodyear’s introduction of dual tire compounds at Richmond Raceway, provide a compelling lens through which to examine the sport’s evolution. Earnhardt Jr. commends the inventive move, emphasizing its potential to enhance race quality and tactical depth. Yet, he remains cautious, advocating for testing and feedback loops to safeguard the integrity of competition. His balanced critique raises crucial questions about how these changes will impact the dynamics and excitement of future races, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of NASCAR’s adaptive strategies in tire technology.
Barbara Goode speaks on the recent renovations at Oak Grove Playground
Hear Barbara Goode, Oak Grove Civic Association president, speak on the recent renovations at Oak Grove Playground. The playground has a community garden, basketball courts, a play area, swing sets, a pavilion, and the first mini pitch court in the city.
Get the scoop on National Ice Cream Day in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Sunday, July 21 is National Ice Cream Day and, with scorching temperatures forecasted to stick around for the time being, here’s where to grab a scoop in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Kilwins | D.C.’s Wharf | 663 Water Street SW, Washington, D.C. 20024 In honor of National Ice Cream Day, […]
Three men from West Virginia facing drug-related charges in Virginia
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA (WFXR) — The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office reported three men from West Virginia were arrested as a part of a drug bust on Saturday, July 13. According to the sheriff, during an investigation, the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force allegedly witnessed a hand-to-hand drug purchase. Members of the task force alerted patrol […]
Virginia Department of Education holds first 'cell phone free education' meeting
MANASSAS, Va. - Get ready, northern Virginia! On Thursday, July 18th, the first Virginia Department of Education-hosted community meeting to discuss the creation and implementation of "cell phone free education" policy state-wide will be held this afternoon in Manassas. The discussion meeting is slated to take place from 2 p.m....
Virginia’s ‘largest agricultural field day’ is just around the corner
CHAMPLAIN, VA (VR) — Virginia’s “largest agricultural field day” returns Aug. 1—offering agribusinesses, researchers and farmers the chance to connect with peers, build their businesses and explore the future of agriculture. The 2024 Virginia Agricultural EXPO will be hosted at Level Green Farms in Champlain from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held on the first […] The post Virginia’s ‘largest agricultural field day’ is just around the corner appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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