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‘Kill switch engaged’: Pa. man indicted for threatening Sen. Mastriano, others
A federal grand jury has indicted a Franklin County man for making threats against state Sen. Doug Mastriano, a Pennsylvania Air National Guard sergeant and a county commissioner. The grand jury indicted Richard Little, 49, of the 2800 block of Roosevelt Drive, Greene Township, on separate counts of making online...
Youngkin approves changes to animal waste rules aimed at reducing groundwater pollution
Virginia is on track to implement updated rules for animal waste created by certain farming operations, despite disagreement on how to regulate older earthen lagoons that pose a greater risk of releasing pollutants into groundwater. Wednesday, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin approved the regulation changes for farmers who confine cows, pigs and more for 45 days […] The post Youngkin approves changes to animal waste rules aimed at reducing groundwater pollution appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $41 Million in Virginia Telecommunication Initiative Grants
RICHMOND, VA (VR) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced more than $41 million in grants through the Virginia Telecommunications Initiative (VATI) for 10 broadband construction projects serving 20 localities throughout Virginia. The VATI program provides targeted funding to extend service to areas that are presently unserved by any broadband provider. “Virginia continues to be a national leader […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $41 Million in Virginia Telecommunication Initiative Grants appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Portrayals of Virginia historical figures to highlight Founders Day
Portrayals of historical figures to highlight Founders Day. “What’s happening in the war?” “What has the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia resolved?” “What in the world is happening at the Fifth Virginia Revolutionary Convention in Williamsburg?”. These questions will be answered by historical interpreters...
Family Films Come to the Silver Screen at Sully Historic Site in August
Fairfax County Park Authority introduces another season of Starlight Cinema. Come enjoy this outdoor movie series with feature films for the entire family as well as pre-movie entertainment. Pack your picnics, blankets and chairs, and head out to enjoy movies under the stars — for free — all month long this August.
Nature, Other Themes Abound in Fall Church Arts’ All Member Show
The Fall Church Arts Gallery is currently presenting part two of its All Member Show, this time with artists’ last names beginning M-Z. For an exhibition which is focused on presenting its members and not a particular topic, the show nonetheless has artworks which can be grouped into discernible interesting themes, including music, comics, and, in particular, nature.
Virginia Western team takes part in Innovation Boot Camp in Washington, D.C.
A team of three Virginia Western Community College students landed in the nation’s capital this summer as one of 12 finalist teams that advanced in the Community College Innovation Challenge (CCIC) hosted by the American Association of Community Colleges and National Science Foundation. The CCIC is a national competition...
Ridge View student represents S.C. at ALA Girls Nation
Jada-Love Roper, a student at Ridge View High School, is one of 100 high school seniors selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided exceptional civic education to thousands of students, teaching them how the federal government works.
Northeast DC Man Charged with Violent Robbery on Benning Road
A Northeast DC man has been placed under arrest in connection to a violent robbery that took place last month. The Metropolitan Police Department detailed the arrest of 29-year-old Marcus Hunter, also from Northeast, saying he was charged with Robbery (Force and Violence) following an incident where a victim was assaulted and robbed.
Tennis Court Improvements Coming Soon at Two Fairfax County Parks
The Fairfax County Park Authority will soon begin repairing tennis courts #1 and #2 at Woodley Hills Park and #1 and #2 at Country Club View Park. The tennis court improvements at both locations will include crack filling, bird bath leveling, the installation of new fencing and a complete level construction repair. Contractors are scheduled to mobilize onsite in early August weather permitting, and active construction is anticipated to be completed by mid-September 2024.
Falls Church News Briefs: July 25-31, 2024
F.C. Ellie Bird Restaurant Named Region’s ‘Best New’. Ellie Bird in Falls Church was honored as the “Best New Restaurant of the Year” among the 2024 Restaurant Association of the D.C. Region’s RAMMY Awards this week. The Falls Church Office of Economic Development hailed the news, saying the restaurant “is celebrated as a standout in the City, winning over diners with its innovative menu and inviting ambiance. This new gem in our Little City has established a lofty culinary excellence and creativity standard.” The restaurant blends contemporary European and Asian cuisines.
F.C. Push for Accessory Dwellings Has Kicked Off
A surprisingly large turnout of more than three dozen citizens at the Mary Riley Styles public library this Tuesday was introduced to the onset of a predicted six-month process to bring the City of Falls Church up to speed with neighboring jurisdictions on making the addition of “accessory dwellings” on existing single family home lots easier and more apt to happen.
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