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Seeking public comment on regulatory proposals
RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A public comment period is now open regarding regulatory proposals before the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources’ Board. These proposals cover a variety of topics, such as managing recreational fishing, non-game wildlife and boating. Any regulations that are adopted will go into effect in...
Virginia pension adds $1.6bn to alts
Investment staff at the $114 billion Virginia Retirement System have had a busy summer, adding six funds and $1.6 billion across real assets, private equity and absolute return. The investment commitments are in addition to the $1.2 billion in activity reported at the trustees’ June meeting. The most recent approved investments range from large-scale real […]
Home Contractor In Virginia Claims $2.2M Lottery Jackpot After String Of Bad Luck
If at first you don't succeed...A contractor in Virginia is smiling his way to the bank after winning more than $2 million playing a Lottery game online.Woodbridge resident Brent Butler told Lottery officials he was ready to give up after having little luck playing games, though he decided to give …
Veterans at risk of possible delays in medical benefits
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – When members of Congress return from their month-long recess in September, they’ll only have a few days to address an important deadline to avoid possible delays to veteran’s medical benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs is facing a roughly $3 billion budget shortfall, mostly for the PACT Act, that it says […]
Virginia man dead following listeria outbreak
VIRGINIA, USA — A man has died following the recent listeria outbreak, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reported. VDH has identified him as a 65-year-old from Virginia's Eastern Health District. Boar's Head, a famous lunch meat company, recalled 71 of its meat products due to the listeria outbreak.
Sheriff’s office accepting donations for families of Smyth Co. deputies killed, injured
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office has organized Fund the First Campaigns for the families of Deputy Hunter Reedy and Deputy Michael Fedorchuk. Deputy Reedy was fatally shot on Aug. 9 during a traffic stop-turned-shooting in Smyth County, and Deputy Fedorchuk was injured. The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office is accepting donations for both […]
Emory & Henry kicks off first year as a University
EMORY, Va. (WJHL) – Since 1836, Emory & Henry College has been a household name in Southwest Virginia. But starting in the fall, the school will see major changes, most prominently to its name. On Aug. 1, the school officially transitioned from a College to a University. According to interim president Dr. Lou Fincher, the […]
Halle Berry, Senator Capito discuss Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito and actress Halle Berry hosted a roundtable discussion on Wednesday regarding the Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act. The bipartisan legislation would boost federal menopause research and coordinate existing programs within the government in relation to menopause and women’s health. “Menopause can impact every […]
Appalachian Fair welcomes Bart Long's Clydesdales for special appearances
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — The Appalachian Fair starts next week, and there will be some special guests this year. Bart Long's Clydesdales will be at the fair all day long on August 19 and August 20. Community members will be able to pet the Clydesdales and there will be...
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