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FOIA Friday: $223 for one email, Portsmouth needs redo on pay records
One of the less noticed features of the Virginia Way is the long-running tendency of the commonwealth’s leaders to conduct their decision-making behind closed doors. While the Virginia Freedom of Information Act presumes all government business is by default public and requires officials to justify why exceptions should be made, too many Virginia leaders in […]
Virginia Department of Health employee embezzles more than $4M in fraud scheme
A former employee who funneled millions of dollars from the Virginia Department of Health into a fake business account pled guilty Thursday to the scheme. Adam Lamar Harrell, 41, of Midlothian, faced charges including mail fraud, federal program theft and tax evasion. In total, Harrell received $4,337,395 in funds obtained illegally.
Attorney General Jason Miyares and Senate Candidate Hung Cao in attendance at Regional Republican Picnic
WEYERS CAVE, Va. (WHSV)—The Regional Republican Picnic was held Thursday night at the Weyers Cave Community Center. Many Virginia leaders, including Attorney General Jason Miyares and US Senate Candidate Hung Cao, were in attendance. Dozens of locals packed the community center for the family-friendly event, at which Miyares was...
Voter registration up over 35% in Virginia with VP Harris now leading Democratic ticket
Data obtained by 8News shows that voter registration in Virginia is on the rise after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race for President and Vice President Kamala Harris announced her plans to seek the Democratic nomination for president.
Eugene Vindman (D) and Derrick Anderson (R) are running in the general election for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District
Eugene Vindman (D) and Derrick Anderson (R) are running in the general election for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District on November 5, 2024. Incumbent Abigail Spanberger (D) is running for Governor of Virginia. Spanberger was first elected in 2018. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is supporting Vindman as part...
Charles County Sheriff's Sergeant pleads guilty to DUI
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (7News) — A Charles County Sheriff’s sergeant pleaded guilty Wednesday to driving under the influence in St. Mary’s County, according to sheriff’s officials. Officials said Sgt. Robert Smith was suspended without pay on June 11 after the sheriff’s office was informed that he...
Southern Maryland ag center sits at crossroads
HUGHESVILLE, Md. — As they work to finally build a regional agricultural center after years of delay, Southern Maryland officials now find themselves straddling two different visions for the project while the clock ticks on a key piece of state funding. St. Mary’s County is quickly nearing the bidding...
Pony Auction proceeds set another record
Threating overcast skies with intermittent lite rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of anxious bidders at the Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s 99th annual auction yesterday at the carnival grounds. Following introductions by auctioneer Tim Jennings the crowd was treated to a display by the Chincoteague Pony Drill team. This is...
Leonardtown Wildcats Host Community Carwash For Teen Battling Leukemia, July 27
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – Giving back to our community is something extremely special to us as the Wildcats. We will be hosting a carwash today, July 27th from 11 am-3 pm at the Leonardtown Autozone for Sebastian Roldan-Ramos, a 17-year-old Chopticon High School student. He was diagnosed with Leukemia, and...
Rack Room Shoes Opens In First Colony Shopping Center
CALIFORNIA, Md. – Residents of California, MD, have a new shopping option with the opening of Rack Room Shoes at the First Colony Shopping Center, right next to Target. The new store, located at 45147 Colony Way, offers a wide variety of footwear for the whole family. With a commitment to providing quality and affordable footwear, Rack Room Shoes features a variety of brands and styles, from casual wear to athletic shoes, dress shoes, and boots.
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