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Data centers, proliferating statewide, could soon be built on mined lands in Southwest Virginia
This is Part 3 of a three-part series on efforts to develop on abandoned mine lands in Southwest Virginia. Read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. Under federal regulations, mine companies begin operation in Southwest Virginia, dig for their coal and then return the land close to its natural condition or in a state that […] The post Data centers, proliferating statewide, could soon be built on mined lands in Southwest Virginia appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Proposed high school in Hampton Roads would build on anti-drug successes elsewhere
Andrew Finch, who’s worked at and evaluated “recovery” high schools for more than a quarter century, has some advice for administrators who want to open such a sanctuary for teenagers battling substance abuse in South Hampton Roads: Create a school that’s distinct from the general population of students – and possibly in a separate building […] The post Proposed high school in Hampton Roads would build on anti-drug successes elsewhere appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Trump trails Biden by just 3% in Virginia: Poll
Former President Donald Trump is within the margin of error in Virginia, a pivotal state for President Joe Biden in November, according to a new survey. A New York Times-Siena College poll released Monday shows Biden leading Trump 48% to 45% among likely voters in Virginia, while Trump leads Biden 48%-45% among likely voters in […]
Nearly 2,000 pairs of socks collected at Salem Fair's WSLS night
SALEM, Va. – The 36th annual Salem Fair has come to an end, and organizers are calling the 12-day long event a success. During WSLS night at the Salem Fair, nearly 2,000 pairs of socks were collected at the entrance for people to receive discounted wristbands. Those socks were...
As localities deal with education funding shortfalls, Patrick County considers lodging tax increase
A number of localities across Southside have had to come up with additional local money for schools after the state increased its education contribution. The post As localities deal with education funding shortfalls, Patrick County considers lodging tax increase appeared first on Cardinal News.
VCU professor Christopher A. Brooks’ new book explores the Black Appalachian experience
In ‘Tales of Koehler Hollow,’ the anthropologist and biographer uses a family’s long history in Southwest Virginia to connect slavery, identity and legacy. Author Christopher A. Brooks has spent his career spotlighting often overlooked stories from the African continental and Diasporan experience. His new book, “Tales of Koehler Hollow: An African American Family in Rural Appalachia,” documents the true story of a formerly enslaved Black woman and her descendants in Southwest Virginia.
‘Wishtree’ Author Responds To Virginia Community’s Cancellation Of ‘One Book’ Program
This conversation originally aired in the July 14, 2024 episode of Inside Appalachia. Children’s author Katherine Applegate visited Floyd, Virginia, this spring after the school system canceled its “One Division, One Book” community reading program over concerns about the book’s main character — an oak tree.
Spay/neuter clinic hits major milestone
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Mountain View Humane (MVH) announced a momentous occasion as it recently performed its 100,000th spay or neuter surgery at its Christiansburg clinic Tuesday, June 25. Laurie Gibbons, Executive Director of Mission Delivery, joined Here @ Home to talk about this achievement as being more than just...
Inorganic Ventures acquires PURE Analytical Laboratories
IV Labs Inc, the parent company of Inorganic Ventures, has acquired PURE Analytical Laboratories in a move to produce materials with higher purities than currently available and to create new, high-purity materials for emerging applications from semiconductors and computing to pharmaceuticals and diagnostic equipment. PURE, of Feasterville, Pennsylvania, is one...
Warm Hearth exhibit highlights organization’s 50 years
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - An organization with deep roots in the New River Valley is celebrating 50 years with an upcoming exhibit at the Montgomery Museum of Art & History. Warm Hearth Village has prioritized its commitment to senior care through its growth over the years and plans to celebrate the decades of service at an opening reception.
Track and Field lands 16 on USTFCCCA All-Academic Team
NEW ORLEANS, La. – The Virginia Tech men's and women's track and field programs placed 16 student-athletes on the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic teams for the 2023-24 indoor and outdoor track and field seasons. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25...
Pry to be joined by Drones, Strong and Powell-Ryland at the 2024 ACC Football Kickoff
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has announced that Virginia Tech football student-athletes quarterback Kyron Drones, cornerback Dorian Strong and defensive lineman Antwaun Powell-Ryland will join Head Coach Brent Pry at the ACC Football Kickoff on July 23. For the first time ever, the ACC Football Kickoff...
Heat and humidity push heat index to 105 degrees with a few showers this afternoon
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Our weather on Tuesday will be very similar to Monday, with highs pushing 100 degrees. With the humidity bringing our feels-like temperatures near 105 degrees, we're making Tuesday a Weather Alert Day. This could be dangerous heat if you spend a lot of time outdoors,...
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