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Concerns raised over Charlottesville utility poles placement violating ADA laws
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Concern has been raised over an ongoing Americans with Disabilities of 1990 (ADA) violation in Charlottesville. The issue stems from where utility poles are placed, forcing some people off the sidewalk and onto the road. “When you force people who use wheelchairs out into the street,...
Community rallies to support injured high school lacrosse player’s return to Fredericksburg
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (DC News Now) — Students in the region are starting a new school year, but for one high school lacrosse athlete, getting to go back to school at all is his goal. Gunnar Burns, a senior at James Monroe High School (JMHS) in Fredericksburg, returned home last week – three months after sustaining […]
Hanover man dies when moped is struck in Henrico
A 72-year-old man from Hanover County died just after midnight Saturday in a two-vehicle crash on Mechanicsville Turnpike, according to Henrico Police. The crash occurred at around 12:06 a.m. near Springdale Road. A preliminary investigation indicated that Billy Chestnut was driving a moped that became disabled while it was traveling north on Mechanicsville Turnpike. A sedan, also traveling north, approached the moped from behind and changed lanes in an attempt to avoid another slow-moving vehicle but instead struck the moped and Chestnut, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Weather Authority Alert Day issued For Aug. 28th and 29th
ROANOKE, Va. – Summer is really kicking in this week with above-average temperatures across the majority of the East Coast of the United States. Here at home, we’ll be feeling like the triple digits. High temperatures reach the mid and upper 90s Wednesday afternoon. The hottest spots will...
Report reveals thousands of eligible Virginia seniors are missing out on SNAP benefits
A recent report by the National Council on Aging and the Urban Institute, a Washington D.C. think tank, has highlighted a significant issue in Virginia: despite being eligible, thousands of residents are not utilizing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Pinpoint Weather: Heat persists, rain chances ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — High pressure will keep Southwest and Central Virginia mostly dry through the middle of the week. However, increasing heat and humidity will impact the region. Tuesday will start with morning temperatures in the mild 60s and lower 70s. Patchy fog is possible. Otherwise, mostly to partly sunny skies will be overhead […]
2024 Chancellor’s Retreat spotlights new VCCS Strategic Plan
“Let’s prioritize the right things and focus on strategies that will have the most profound impact on our learners, their families, and our communities’ lives. That is our mission.” -David Dore. With commitments to measurable achievement and providing students across the Commonwealth with the skills and credentials...
3 NoVA Teachers Chosen as 2024 Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassadors
The program aims to improve access to STEM education across the country. Four Virginia teachers, three of whom are from Northern Virginia, are among this year’s Teacher Ambassadors for Amazon’s Future Engineer program. This two-year, paid fellowship aims to increase access to computer science and technology. Amazon selects...
Public advised to avoid charcoal grills, lawn mowing during Code Orange air alert
WASHINGTON (7News) — Code Orange Air Level Warning has been issued for August 27 in parts of the D.C. area, according to theMetropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG). The affected areas include Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, as well as Prince George’s County and Lower Montgomery County. According...
Report: Sapporo-Stone Workers Start Union Drive in Virginia
Sapporo-Stone workers in Virginia have begun a union drive, VinePair’s Dave Infante reported Monday. Workers at Sapporo-Stone’s Richmond facilities are seeking “higher pay, more consistent scheduling and better working conditions,” per the report. Continue reading with an Insider subscription. Become an Insider for complete access to...
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