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Parents weigh in on Virginia's proposed school cellphone ban
The Virginia Department of Education’s first community meeting about Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s order to limit cellphones in schools statewide was held at Osbourn High School in Manassas Thursday. The conversation boiled down to how do state leaders and school districts move forward with a solution to tackle the...
Virginia Ranks as One of Most Dangerous Towns in Country, Report Says
Virginia, known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities, is often associated with a sense of safety and tranquility. However, a recent report has shed light on a darker side of the state, revealing that several of its cities rank among the most dangerous places in the country. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of these cities, explore the factors contributing to their high crime rates, and discuss what it means for residents and visitors alike.
Taylor Farm Park opens in Sandston
Despite the hot temperatures, dozens turned out for Tuesday’s ribbon-cutting at Taylor Farm Park in Sandston. The 20-acre park is nestled among what used to be 99-acres of eastern Henrico farmland owned by the Taylor family since the 1850s. Sallie Cochran said her dad had wanted to see a...
Va. legislature restores funding for tuition benefit for military families, for now
Legislators met on Thursday and passed bills to repeal changes to a college financial aid program for military veterans’ families and designate $90 million towards sustaining it for at least the next two years. The Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP) provides education benefits to children and spouses of severely injured or killed […] The post Va. legislature restores funding for tuition benefit for military families, for now appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
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....
PHOTOS: Central Virginians capture stormy sky, double rainbows on night of severe storms
Central Virginians showed off their photography skills Wednesday night as severe thunderstorms hit much of the area, capturing lightning and rainbows -- and sometimes both in the same image!
York County judge dismisses ACLU lawsuit challenging Virginia’s transgender student policies
In a significant development regarding Virginia's policies on transgender students, a York County Circuit Court judge has ruled to dismiss a lawsuit against the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and its recently-enacted model policies.
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