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‘Catastrophic’: Chesterfield Fire and EMS crew members return from Hurricane Helene rescue mission
The 19 crew members helped evacuate 90 people in their three-and-a-half-day mission around southwest Virginia. One of the crew members described what they saw in one word, "catastrophic."
2024 Antiques Evaluation coming to Chesterfield County
Do you have any antique treasures laying around? The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and the Bon Air Historical Society are holding the 2024 Antiques Evaluation in October where attendees can get verbal appraisals.
Several streets flood in Petersburg as flash flood warning issued for Tri-Cities
According to the city, the following roads have closed today in Petersburg due to flooding and should be avoided: Tthe 800 block of E. Bank StreetThird Street and Joseph JenkinsRiver Street and Third StreetE. Bank Street and Madison StreetBollingbrook Street and N. Crater Road This flooding comes amidst a flash flooding warning that...
Investgation into Petersburg house fire hampered by previously unsafe interior conditions
PETERSBURG – Two people were displaced after a Saturday afternoon fire at a residence where authorities observed “hoarder conditions” inside. The fire was reported around 3:15 p.m. in the 100 block of South Dunlop Street, according to a Petersburg Bureau of Fire report. Crews arrived on the scene to find heavy smoke on...
Cuban American director brings heritage alive with Virginia Ballet
The Latin Ballet of Virginia brings fire and heat face-to-face with elegance and grace. During a rehearsal, a whirlwind of music and a kaleidoscope of color came together, proving that this dynamic dance group is ready to "tan-go."
Strawberry Farming: Sustainable, High-Yield Vertical Farm
A vertical farm in the U.S., located in Richmond, Virginia, is pioneering a sustainable approach to strawberry farming. By utilizing vertical tower structures, the farm aims to significantly reduce water usage, land footprint, and pesticide use while boosting strawberry yield to over 4 million pounds annually on less than one acre of land. This innovative farming method contrasts with traditional strawberry cultivation in California, where in 2017, the average yield per acre was 68,000 pounds. Despite a slight decrease in total strawberry production in the U.S. from 2022 to 2023, the country remains a significant global producer of the fruit.
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