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Richmond company plans to build medical treatment center in downtown Petersburg
PETERSBURG – City Council got its first look last week at what could be a major investment in the look and economy of downtown Petersburg, and apparently, councilors liked what they saw. A Richmond-based medical corporation wants to build a kidney and vascular treatment center on a vacant lot across West Washington Street...
Will you attend Petersburg's job fair? Plus, free movie & more at the library: THE DIGEST.
Have an event or announcement you would like featured in THE DIGEST? It’s welcome! Please send an email to apitchon@gannett.com. Time sensitive announcements should be sent a week ahead of time. Week of free family programming at the Petersburg library Get ready for a full week of free family fun and youth programming at...
Dan River Falls transformation progresses: First 150 apartments near completion
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Crews are still moving full speed ahead as they transform Danville's iconic White Mill into Dan River Falls. The Alexander Company is developing the project. Project Development Manager Dave Vos said that construction has come a long way. "Having the White Mill, a building with...
Survivor speaks out after man sentenced to life for murder, attempted murder
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - In an exclusive interview with WDBJ7, a woman who survived being shot in the head by her ex-boyfriend spoke out for the first time since his sentencing. July 11, Devan Rashod Wooding, a 25-year-old man from Halifax, was sentenced to life plus 23 years for the...
Chesapeake Woman Wins $180K With 6 Virginia Lottery Tickets
The woman's strategic play of identical winning numbers across multiple Virginia Lottery tickets resulted in a substantial $180,000 payout. A Chesapeake resident struck gold with the Virginia Lottery when she purchased six tickets for the Pick 5 game, all bearing identical winning numbers for the June 5 draw. Latoya Burke’s...
Richard Memorial Library turns petting zoo
EMPORIA, Va. — The Richardson Memorial Library was transformed into a petting zoo on Thursday afternoon in one of many attempts by library staff to get kids into the library and interested in new topics. Marcela Lara brings her daughter to most of the programs hosted by the library,...
Vegan Block Party In Richmond To Celebrate The 'Soul In Plant-Based Eating'
Scheduled to return on September 7, Richmond’s Soul Vegan Block Party will warmly welcome all types of foodies for a celebration of plant-based dining. The free vegan food fest aims to challenge the stigma “that there’s no SOUL in plant-based eating.” Its website states that its goal is to make living “a healthy and ethically conscious plant-based lifestyle” more widespread. The block party will have tons of vegan delights to try, live music, cooking demonstrations, and guest speakers.
Averett University aims to recover from shock financial losses
Averett University (AU) employees are experiencing a temporary reduction in pay this summer as a result of financial mismanagement, according to campus officials. The problem was first discovered during a quarterly financial review. At that time, AU President Tiffany Franks discovered figures not in alignment with the university’s expectations, according to Associate Vice President of University Marketing and Communications Cassie Jones.
Forecast: Scattered PM showers and storms Tuesday
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Daily chance for showers and storms through Friday. With any heavy rain this week, localized flooding is a concern. Monday Overnight: Isolated showers and storms possible. Muggy and mostly cloudy. Lows in the low 70s. (Rain Chance: 20%) Tuesday: Partly to mostly cloudy and humid. Scattered...
Allegations of source of housing funds discrimination solved
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, Inc. (HOME) announced that it recently represented Tamesha Thompson in reaching a settlement with Meadowbrook Apartments in Chesterfield and reached a conciliation and resolves all claims between the involved parties. HOME, a statewide fair housing and HUD-approved housing counseling 501(c)(3) non-profit, and Thompson submitted...
Youngkin appoints Harrisonburg man to Virginia Board of Forestry
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced his weekly appointments to key administration and boards. One of his appointments is Michael Harold of Harrisonburg, who was appointed to the Virginia Board of Forestry. Harold is the Director of Procurement at Speyside Bourbon Cooperage. Also, Bo Wilson of...
Ribbon cutting opens new Goochland elementary school
GOOCHLAND, Va. (WWBT) - The new Goochland Elementary School has officially welcomed students, families, and community members. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, July 18, filled with community members and school leaders, including current and former school board members, the board of supervisors, and Goochland Elementary School Principal Tina McCay.
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