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'Sad all the way around': Third dog death linked to Virginia PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) — Earlier this week, WJLA reported that two separate dogs died shortly after staying at a Virginia Petsmart boarding facility. Now, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria revealed a third dog has died within a week of staying there. All three dogs were staying at the...
Political analyst weighs in on VP-nominee J.D. Vance’s visit to Southwest Virginia
SOUTHWEST, Va. – All eyes are on Southwest Virginia ahead of Ohio Senator - and Republican Vice Presidential pick - JD Vance’s visit to Radford University on Monday. Political Analyst Dr. Ed Lynch says Republicans are hoping to flip the Commonwealth red. “Virginia is in play for the...
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.
Infographic for Petersburg County: Night Light Exposure Raises Your Risk Diabetes
**Why This Matters to You: **Mobile devices before bed? New research highlights an important and modifiable risk factor that could affect your health and well-being. Take Note: Reducing night light exposure could be a simple way to lower your risk of facing many negative health consequences. You can view the...
HBCU Football: Will Battle for Virginia decide CIAA Title?
Virginia State has climbed to the top of the CIAA football rankings, overtaking the defending champion Virginia Union, which is predicted second to it’s in-state HBCU rival in 2024. This shift in rankings promises an exhilarating season as both teams have eyes for the CIAA championship. Under the guidance of Dr. Henry Frazier, the Virginia […] The post HBCU Football: Will Battle for Virginia decide CIAA Title? appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Athletes sprint ahead, rain or shine: No dampened spirits at the Commonwealth Games
Lynchburg, Va. (WSET) — Thousands of athletes not only faced off against their fellow runners, but they also dealt with the dreary weather on Saturday. They said it didn't put a damper on their attitude or their performance. Athletes said this weekend means more than just the medals. “Everyone's...
Carroll County Times 2024 boys tennis All-County: Liberty’s ‘dominant’ doubles team of Hayden Speace, Arjun Mistry named Players of the Year
After graduating from Liberty, Hayden Speace has a simple message he wants to leave behind for those following in his footsteps on the Lions’ tennis team: “Hard work takes you places.” Speace raved about the work ethic of his doubles partner, Arjun Mistry, calling the junior “one of the hardest workers I’ve ever seen.” Fortunately, Speace had a work ethic to match, and as a result, the team ...
Train derailment in Fredericksburg, Virginia, police investigate
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Crews have been working tirelessly for the last 24 hours to remove the train that derailed in Fredericksburg, Saturday night. Officials say as of Sunday afternoon all but one of the five cars have been removed. CSX took over the investigation and says all train cars should be removed and rerailed between 8pm and midnight.
Popular Black-led run crew marks anniversary
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A Black-led run crew called Prolyfyck celebrated its fifth anniversary on Saturday, July 20. Formed in the summer of 2018, Prolyfyck has aimed to diversify running communities, run in historically Black areas and uplift its members through exercise and encouragement. The group sells merchandise, maintains a community resource directory on its website and makes short documentary films with the Brooks running shoe and apparel brand.
Volunteer group creates 'blessing bags' for the homeless.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A group of volunteers met up at Cville Coffee and Wine, but not for food and drinks. The volunteer group was instead partnering with The Haven, a shelter, to fill "blessing bags" with supplies to donate to the unhoused in Charlottesville. These blessing bags included...
Nonprofit walks at the Historic Downtown Mall
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A Virginia nonprofit that focuses on bringing awareness to mental health and addiction made its way to Charlottesville. "Virginia Take a Walk with Us" is a nonprofit that supports individuals and families by connecting them to community resources for drug abuse and mental health treatment.
Virginia roommates O’Ferrall, Anderson together again with Orioles
Seemed only fitting that former Virginia stars Griff O’Ferrall and Ethan Anderson were seated together in Baltimore Orioles uniforms for their first interview post college careers. O’Ferrall, rated the top shortstop in college baseball this past season, was selected as the 32nd pick of the Major League Baseball draft,...
Former WVIR anchor Dave Cupp dies
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Dave Cupp was, for 26 years, WVIR’s evening anchor and news director. His legacy lives on in the careers of scores of young journalists who began at the television station. Cupp was born October 7, 1949 in Chandler, Okla., to Gene and Betty Cupp. Early...
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