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Abortion access in Virginia two years post-Dobbs
Whole Woman’s Health President and CEO Amy Hagstrom Miller says the number of Florida-based patients seen at the Alexandria WWH clinic has increased by 600 percent since the Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. Photo by Amy and Jackson Smith. Support C-VILLE Weekly. C-VILLE Weekly is Charlottesville’s...
Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide
Back in June, Adoram 1029, members of the Rosa of Sharon Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Stars came together to honor a loved one lost by bringing awareness to suicide prevention. The organization, alongside the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Virginia Chapter, held a suicide prevention walk at Kings Fork Middle School on Saturday, […] The post Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Virginia RDF facility operated by WIN Waste closes
A refuse-derived fuel plant in Portsmouth, Virginia, operated by a subsidiary of WIN Waste Innovations shut down on Sunday. The plant's closure means the Southeastern Public Service Authority, which serves several Virginia counties, now must send more of the waste it handles to landfill. The facility incinerated the fuel to...
Biden blames foreign travel for debate debacle, says he almost fell asleep on stage
President Biden on Tuesday blamed foreign travel for his poor debate performance, saying that he almost fell asleep on the stage last week. “I wasn’t very smart. I decided to travel around the world a couple of times … shortly before the debate,” he said while talking to donors at a fundraiser in Virginia. “I didn’t…
Virginia dental practices experiencing dental hygienist, educator shortages
Dental practices in Virginia are facing scheduling backlogs due to a shortage of both dental hygienists and dental educators, according to a July 1 report by WAVY 10. At Howell Dentistry in Suffolk, Va., the earliest available appointment for a routine cleaning is in February, a backlog of six months.
Imperfect debater but strong on economy, Trump supporters say
(The Center Square) – His view of the presidential debate while out on a hot Friday for the campaign trail stopping in Virginia was like many across America. Jim, a retiree from Norfolk, said, “I thought they were pretty much ridiculous. I didn’t get a whole lot out of it, and it wasn’t my idea of what a debate should have been. It was more of a mudslinging contest between both candidates.” ...
Local Drag Performers Crowned with ‘Virginia Pride’ Titles
Virginia is home to new drag royalty following the Virginia Pride Pageant on Sunday. Judges named local drag artists Celestia Cox as Miss Virginia Pride, Keante Armon Black as Mr. Virginia Pride and Javon Love as Mx. Virginia Pride in front of a packed crowd at Godfrey’s in downtown Richmond.
Registation opens for Senior Olympics
Online registration opened July 1 for the 2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. There are 83 events during 15 days of competitions, Sept. 14-29. Events include sports, such as power walking, swimming, and pickleball, and also non-athletic events, such as Scrabble and jigsaw puzzles. Participants must be 50 years of age...
Franklin, Southampton electoral candidates named
The registrars in Southampton County and the city of Franklin have released their lists of qualified candidates appearing on the ballots for local elections this November, and the only races with candidates running opposed are for a Southampton County School Board seat, the Newsoms mayoral seat and a Boykins Town Council seat. Voters will have […] The post Franklin, Southampton electoral candidates named appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Jubilee celebration honors history-makers
BY TRACY AGNEW The Farmville Herald An upcoming event is the culmination of a dream Dr. Yemaja Jubilee had more than a year ago. On July 5-7, a series of events at Twin Lakes State Park as well as in the town of Farmville, dubbed the July Jubilee Juneteenth Celebration, will be marked by a […] The post Jubilee celebration honors history-makers appeared first on Farmville.
Norfolk nonprofit publishes first statewide directory of LGBTQ+ friendly businesses
This story was reported by WHRO News. A Norfolk nonprofit created Virginia’s first statewide directory of businesses accepting and welcoming of the LGBTQ+ community. Corey Mohr, of the LGBT Life Center, said the No. 1 question the center receives is where to find LGBTQ+-friendly services. A common request they get is recommendations for medical providers and related services — but the need for welcoming spaces goes far beyond the doctor’s office.
Dr. Kimberly Beavers joins Sovah Health, expands gastroenterology care in Danville
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Sovah Health announced that Kimberly Beavers, MD, MPH has joined its medical staff and is offering gastroenterology services for patients at Sovah Health – Danville. Dr. Beavers’ expertise and experience will help Sovah Health expand access to gastroenterology care to the residents of Danville,...
‘Real Virginia’ set to return to Lunenburg County
Coming this fall, Lunenburg County will get a spotlight, thanks to the Virginia Farm Bureau. The Farm Bureau’s program Real Virginia will arrive in Lunenburg, as part of its County Close-Up program. Each month, the feature focuses on a different Virginia county and provides an in-depth look at the area from an agricultural perspective. Elijah […] The post ‘Real Virginia’ set to return to Lunenburg County appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
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