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Banks accused of pointing/brandishing firearm
Franklin Ward 6 Councilwoman Jessica Grant Banks has been accused of brandishing a firearm and threatening a woman in Franklin on Aug. 13. Banks has been charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor, according to the Virginia Judiciary Online Case Information System. The Southampton County Sheriff’s Office released a statement Monday, Aug. 19, noting that on […] The post Banks accused of pointing/brandishing firearm appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Danville Man Arrested for Multiple Break Ins in Pittsylvania County
Investigators with the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the Danville Police Department have charged and arrested a Danville man for multiple break ins. 33-year-old Keaquan Anthony Glass was arrested in connection to the break in on August 2, at the Exxon Gas Station located at 5912 S Highway 29 in Blairs and for the May 2 break in at the Liberty Gas Station at 2120 Franklin Turnpike.
Virginia schools post SOL improvements, but most results still lag pre-pandemic levels
Statewide, chronic absenteeism dropped from 19% in 2022-2023 to 16% in 2023-2024. The post Virginia schools post SOL improvements, but most results still lag pre-pandemic levels appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia Tech Football: 3 Reasons to Be Excited for the Hokies offense in 2024
There is a lot to like about the Virginia Tech football team entering the 2024 season. Quarterback Kyron Drones headlines an offensive group that had a large amount of retainment and most of its production returning. The Hokies kick off the 2024 campaign in 10 days when they travel to...
Governor Youngkin signs legislation supporting building blocks for Virginia families
RICHMOND, VA – On Aug. 15, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed ten bipartisan bills, marking a pivotal milestone for Building Blocks for Virginia Families, an initiative designed to expand available child care options and empower working families across the Commonwealth by ensuring parents have the support they need to thrive in today’s workforce. This historic moment for Virginia families took place at Anthony Seeger Hall at James Madison University, home to the JMU Young Children’s Program, an early learning center that serves children ages two to five years.
Virginia Tech, Homestead Creamery launch two new flavors of Virginia Tech-inspired ice cream
Looking to beat the summer heat? Well, Virginia Tech has a scoop for you. Hokie Nation has two new ways to stay cool this summer as the latest flavors to come out of Virginia Tech and Homestead Creamery’s cool ice cream collaboration roll out to grocery stores, restaurants, ice cream shops, and specialty stores across Virginia.
Virginia Skydiver’s Terrifying Midair Collision Leaves Him Stranded in Tree Canopy for HOURS!
ORANGE, VA – An injured skydiver in Virginia was rescued Sunday after becoming stranded in a tree canopy nearly 100 feet in the air after a midair collision, officials said. The Orange Volunteer Fire Company said firefighters responded at around 4:40 p.m. Sunday to the back of a farm on Mt. Sharon Road, where an injured skydiver was trapped atop trees towering around 100 feet in the air.
Library of Virginia to Bring Mobile Programming Van to South County Library in Roanoke
The Library of Virginia will bring its mobile programming van, LVA On the Go, to the Roanoke County Public Library’s South County Library, 6303 Merriman Road, Roanoke, VA, on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 12 to 4 p.m. LVA On the Go, which debuted last year, is continuing its statewide tour in 2024, bringing some of […]
Alleghany County investigators uncover alleged child predator in Oklahoma
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA (WSET) — An alleged sexual predator from Oklahoma is facing charges thanks in part to work done by investigators with Virginia's Alleghany County Sheriff's Office. On August 2, investigators with the office began an online conversation with a man who was later identified as James A....
Virginia Tech Football: Who is the backup quarterback?
The fortunes of the Virginia Tech football team changed in Week 2 last season. In a non-conference game at home against Purdue, Hokies' starting quarterback Grant Wells went down with an injury that opened the door for Baylor transfer Kyron Drones to step in and the Texas native took full advantage.
What you missed this summer in central Virginia
We had an eventful summer here in central Virginia. Whether you were away from your inbox during these hot months — or you’re looking for a refresher — here’s a quick rundown of the big stories you might have missed!. One of the last mobile home...
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