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July 4 Weekend Fun: Fireworks, ’90s Music, and a Taylor Swift Tribute
Catch patriotic celebrations, unforgettable concerts, and a beer festival this long holiday weekend. The long holiday weekend starts on a Thursday, and you will have no shortage of July 4 weekend events, from fireworks to movies to hearing some of Virginia’s iconic bands jam. Here are some noteworthy events around NoVA to add to your July 4–7 weekend itinerary.
Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction
(JTA) — WASHINGTON — John McGuire, a challenger backed by the Republican Jewish Coalition, defeated Rep. Bob Good, who marshaled opposition to emergency Israel aid, in a central Virginia primary. The victory for the RJC is its latest in a Republican primary. Involvement in primaries was once a rare occurrence for partisan Jewish groups on...
Kaine bolsters voters’ confidence about Biden on first stop of campaign tour and more Va. headlines
• “Kaine kicks off campaign tour by reassuring voters about Biden.”—USA Today • “Court orders Unite the Right planners to pay millions in damages.”—Daily Progress • “Nottoway woman in wheelchair handcuffed for missing jury duty.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Judge dismisses Spotsylvania School Board member’s assault and battery charge.”—Fredericksburg Free Press • “Arthur Crudup: What to know […] The post Kaine bolsters voters’ confidence about Biden on first stop of campaign tour and more Va. headlines appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Court Finds Virginia’s Punitive Damages Cap Applies Per-Plaintiff in Charlottesville Case
A federal appeals court has ruled that Virginia’s $350,000 punitive damages cap applies on a per-plaintiff basis in a case against white supremacists who organized the “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville in August 2017. A Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals panel in a 3-0 vote reversed...
Dr. Worrell retires after 38 years
For anyone who didn’t know Dr. Dan Worrell, the impact and legacy he leaves on Carroll County would have been immediately evident had they attended Worrell’s retirement ceremony June 22 at Hillsville Presbyterian Church. Droves of patients, friends and family continued to pour in during the two-hour floating reception held for Worrell, who logged his last day as a medical doctor Friday after 38 years of serving the citizens of Carroll County. Through all the hugs, tears and laughter, it was evident Dr. Worrell’s compassion...
Carroll's Berrier voted all-state
All-State selection Britt Berrier is one of eight Carroll County baseball players to receive postseason recognition after the Cavaliers finished the 2024 campaign with one of their best seasons in recent memory and a 15-5 record. Berrier had an incredible junior campaign for the Cavaliers, one that saw the junior catcher named First-Team All-Three Rivers District, First-Team All-Region 3D and Second-Team All-State by the Virginia High School League. Offensively, Berrier is one of the rarest of players — a catcher who hits leadoff in the...
D-Day concert provides lasting impact
“Where words fail, music speaks.” ― Hans Christian Andersen (Danish author) The Carroll County High School Chorus knew they were in for the trip of a lifetime when they traveled to Washington, D.C on June 4th-6th this year to perform a 60-minute concert in the nation’s capital as part of the D-Day 80th Commemoration Concert Series. In preparation for the massive honor, CCHS Choral Director Patricia Lineberry took her students to Bedford to visit the National D-Day Memorial as well as studied and researched the...
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…
Woman reported missing in Franklin County found safely
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WSET) — Officials were asking for the public's help finding a woman reported missing in Franklin County. Early on Independence Day, the Rocky Mount Police Department said their department was trying to find a woman named Erica Vencill. She had been last seen on July 3...
Dublin’s Flag Ceremony honors hometown veterans and leaves a seat for the lives lost
DUBLIN, Va. (WDBJ) - In a little town like Dublin, it’s the people who make it so special. Each Independence Day, the town takes some time to honor those in the community who fought bravely for their country. “Today should really be a learning day as much as a...
One person electrocuted at Smith Mountain Lake; two more hurt
HUDDELSTON, Va. (WDBJ) - One person was electrocuted and two others were hurt after an incident Thursday at Smith Mountain Lake. According to the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred at a home at the lake early in the morning. The Smith Mountain Lake Marine Fire and Rescue...
Virginia Tech CB Dorian Strong was named one of the top candidates for ACC Player of the Year
One of the best-returning players for Virginia Tech this season is without a doubt Cornerback Dorian Strong. Strong put his NFL dreams on hold when he decided to return for the upcoming season with the Hokies. Grant Hughes of 247Sports has listed Strong amongst the top 3 ACC defensive players...
Young Salvage Dawgs superfan visits Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - It’s been four years since the show “Salvage Dawgs” shot its last episode, but the series continues to win over new fans. Wednesday morning, one of the biggest visited Black Dog Salvage in Roanoke. 10-year-old Michael Gerber lives in Columbia, Missouri. Gerber has...
Chaos erupts in Lynchburg City Council chambers following special meeting
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Tensions quickly escalated in the Lynchburg City Council chambers after Wednesday night's special called meeting. The meeting was in response to a lawsuit involving the two Republican candidates for the City Council 4th Ward race, but the conflict wasn't even about that. "There is no...
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