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Discord dangers: Va. mom warns parents of violent groups targeting children
(WAVY) — There’s an increase in violent online groups using the app Discord to contact children and persuade them to harm themselves or others, the problem now catching the attention of Virginia Sen. Mark Warner. “My daughter used it for chats,” said one Virginia mother who asked to remain anonymous. “That was her main use […]
Tony Bennett has lost two members of his staff: He might not be able to replace them
UVA Basketball coach Tony Bennett has lost two members of his coaching staff in the past couple of weeks, and the talk around the program is, he has been told that he won’t be able to replace either of them, because of budget constraints. The odd thing there would...
‘It was just chaos’: VSU student shares account after 4 people shot on campus
"I had a feeling something bad was going to happen, so I decided to stay inside in my dorm," said Justina-Gabriella Upshaw, another VSU freshman. "For that to happen during welcome week too, that's just insane for that to happen."
Hopewell High School Girls Soccer Player Profiles: Cassidy Bellomo
The Hopewell Girl’s Soccer team is approaching their 2024 season opener against South Side on August 21st at Tony Dorsett Stadium. This Saturday, the girls will be taking part in a scrimmage against Blackhawk. Hopewell Sports Nation is excited to fully cover the team this season and want to...
Performance Food Group Company Announces Agreement to Acquire Cheney Bros; George Holm and Byron Russell Comment
RICHMOND, VA - With a $2.1 billion transaction in the works, our eyes are on the foodservice sector this morning. Performance Food Group Company (PFG) recently announced a definitive agreement to acquire Florida-based Cheney Brothers for $2.1 billion in cash. The strategic deal will bolster the companies’ presence in the Southeast, providing PFG with additional distribution capacity.
NASCAR revokes Dillon’s playoff eligibility; driver keeps controversial Richmond win
RICHMOND, Va. (WJHL) — NASCAR has ruled that Austin Dillon’s win at Richmond Raceway will not count toward eligibility for the Cup Series playoffs. Dillon will keep credit for his first victory of the season but his playoff eligibility was revoked Wednesday because of “actions detrimental to stock car auto racing or NASCAR as determined […]
Virginia Flight School Closure Leaves Students Stranded
A flight school operating at Virginia’s Manassas Regional Airport/ Harry P. Davis Field abruptly shut down on Aug. 1, leaving several of its students stranded. Students from American Aviation Flight School, including Thida Aung, reached out to local news station FOX 5 seeking help. According to FOX 5 Aung had paid the flight school $100,000 up front for the school’s “Career Pilot Package,” which includes training sessions. However, Aung reported that the school’s owner, Kevin Rychlik, allegedly informed her that no refunds would be issued.
Menhaden fishery to get another look
New study to check if over-harvesting could be starving Va. ospreys. The saga of the future of Virginia’s menhaden reduction fishery on Chesapeake Bay continues to unfold as the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Menhaden Management Board approved a motion on Tuesday, Aug. 6, that could lead to further regulations of the fishery.
Study finds “large gaps” in Richmond cooling location availability
A new report shows that people living in certain areas of Richmond are at a higher risk for heat related health emergencies. Richmond and Henrico Health Districts policy analyst Peter Braun researched how rising temperatures are hurting certain people living in the city. VPM News Morning Edition host Phil Liles spoke with Braun about his findings and what Richmond can do to help keep people cool during these hot summer months.
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