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Nearly 2,000 pairs of socks collected at Salem Fair's WSLS night
SALEM, Va. – The 36th annual Salem Fair has come to an end, and organizers are calling the 12-day long event a success. During WSLS night at the Salem Fair, nearly 2,000 pairs of socks were collected at the entrance for people to receive discounted wristbands. Those socks were...
Heat and humidity push heat index to 105 degrees with a few showers this afternoon
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Our weather on Tuesday will be very similar to Monday, with highs pushing 100 degrees. With the humidity bringing our feels-like temperatures near 105 degrees, we're making Tuesday a Weather Alert Day. This could be dangerous heat if you spend a lot of time outdoors,...
Lynchburg, Covington cooling centers reopen during heat spell
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ/Lynchburg FD Release) - With daytime temperatures approaching 100 degrees over the next few days, the following locations will serve as cooling centers today, Monday, July 15 through Wednesday, July 17. Cold water will be available at these locations as well:. Lynchburg Public Libraries - Main Branch, 2315...
Election 2024: Sen. Kaine to campaign in Danville, Martinsville, Rocky Mount
Sen. Tim Kaine will host a meet and greet with Danville business owners and visit local businesses Tuesday to discuss how he can support Virginia’s businesses. Kaine, who celebrates 30 years of serving in elected office this year, is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate in November 2024.
College Football analyst has Virginia Tech ACC road game as a "Game of the Year Contender in 2024"
Through the first four weeks of the college football season, the Virginia Tech football team will be working out the kinks in their four non-conference games against Vanderbilt, Marshall, Old Dominion, and Rutgers. Coming out of that 4-0 would be vital if the Hokies want to be a contender for the first 12-team College Football Playoff.
VT, UVA player attendees announced for ACC football media day
CHARLOTTE, NC. (WDBJ) - The players who will be in attendance for next week’s ACC media day have been revealed. For the Hokies, in addition to head coach Brent Pry, Quarterback Kyron Drones, defensive lineman Antwaun Powell-Ryland, and Corner Back Dorian Strong will all make the trip to Charlotte for preseason media availability.
Covington opens cooling centers during extreme heat
COVINGTON, Va. (WFXR) – As heat and humidity continue to surge, the City of Covington has announced they are opening a cooling center to help anyone who needs to get out of the sun for a while. The cooling center is located at Covington City Hall on 333 W....
‘This is a really good day for commuters’: $40M in funding approved for Route 28 project in Va.
Transportation planners have approved a second round of funding in long-range plans to improve the commute on Virginia Route 28 between Manassas Park and Fairfax County. Virginia state Sen. Danica Roem (D-Prince William County) said the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority OK’d $40 million to fund road improvements that include innovative intersection designs, a raised median and a 1.75 mile-long sidewalk between Manassas in the Yorkshire area of Prince William County.
Hot, dry weather brings ‘crispy’ fields and low yields to Southwest Va. farmers
Hay and corn crops are suffering, and some cattle farmers are having to haul water and put out hay for their livestock. The post Hot, dry weather brings ‘crispy’ fields and low yields to Southwest Va. farmers appeared first on Cardinal News.
In Staunton, a break in the heat is on the way and it's going to feel glorious
STAUNTON – With a brutal month of oppressive heat and little relief and even less rain, it looks like we are finally getting a break this coming weekend. With the heat index hovering over 100 degrees, low 80s will feel more like a spring day than summer. There is...
Virginia Market News Service weekly ag brief – July 12, 2024
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on Friday, July 12: In Virginia, in a light test compared to last week, state graded feeder cattle mostly 3.00 to 15.00 higher. Feeder cattle at regular auction sales too few for trend. Slaughter cows mostly 3.00 to 8.00 lower. Compared to two weeks ago, […] The post Virginia Market News Service weekly ag brief – July 12, 2024 appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Maryland, Virginia State Police looking to win ‘Best Looking Cruiser’ contest
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — It’s that time of the year again, and Maryland and Virginia State troopers have entered the “Best Looking Cruiser” contest to show off their cruisers. The 11th annual “America’s Best-Looking Cruiser” contest features cool pictures of state trooper vehicles nationwide. To enter the competition, state agencies show off their creativity […]
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