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After VMSDEP repeal, military families call on lawmakers to end the practice of ‘legislating through the budget’
After months of intense debate, Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a bill repealing recently made changes to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). Although they are happy with the repeal, military families now have their sights set on a new goal.
Vance to campaign in Virginia as Trump campaign goes on offense
Vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) will hold a rally in Virginia next week, as the Trump campaign targets the commonwealth as a place to expand the electoral map with Democrats engulfed in drama. Vance will speak on Monday night in Radford, the Trump campaign announced. Vance is expected to attack the Biden White…
Virginia DWR awarded $8 million grant to restore critical marsh habitat on James River
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is being awarded an $8 million grant to restore a quickly-eroding march ecosystem in Isle of Wight County which spans over 1,500 acres.
VA To Spend $20 Million for Historic Preservation Ahead of Nation’s Semiquincentennial
Governor Youngkin has announced that the Virginia 250 Preservation Fund has been launched ahead of the 250th anniversary of the 1776 U.S. Declaration of Independence. The Department of Historic Resources (DHR) will administer the $20,000,000 state funds for historic preservation projects across Virginia. Funding for this new program was prioritized in Governor Youngkin’s recent biennial […]
Faculty, Staff, and Volunteers Honored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Virginia Cooperative Extension is honoring its standout faculty, staff, and volunteers who delivered stellar educational programs in 2023. Covering a wide range of areas – from agriculture and natural resources to 4-H youth development, Family and Consumer Sciences, and the Family Nutrition Program – Virginia Cooperative Extension Program Excellence Awards celebrate incredible contributions from across the […]
Some convictions overturned in terrorism case against Muslim scholar from Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A judge has overturned a conviction carrying a life sentence for an Islamic scholar from Virginia who was found guilty of soliciting treason after the Sept. 11 attacks for encouraging followers to fight against the U.S. in Afghanistan. The ruling issued Thursday from U.S. District...
Volunteers assemble supplies for the homeless
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Caring for Cville Community gathered at Cville Coffee to put together bags of supplies for those in need. Operation Blessing Bags had a goal to make more than 100 bags. The outdid themselves, making 117 bags filled with hygiene products and snacks. All it took was...
Freight train derailed in Fredericksburg, officials say
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fredericksburg Police Department said seven freight cars derailed in Fredericksburg Saturday night, striking a structure. In a post on the X platform, Fredericksburg Police said the derailment took place in the 400 block of Cobblestone Drive. According to police, seven cars derailed and hit a structure behind Cobblestone. […]
RPS200 returns Monday, toting major academic growth
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - It’s time to grab the backpacks as nearly 2,000 Richmond Public Schools students are returning to class Monday morning. “Wow, so feeling a lot better, not as much stress and anxiety as my first year,” Principal Angela Wright said. This is her second year...
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