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Inappropriate discipline and untrained staff
It’s been nearly five months since the Monticello Area Community Action Agency (MACAA) decided to shut down its federally funded Head Start child care centers in Charlottesville and the surrounding area — and now we finally have a clearer picture of why. It turns out, it wasn’t much...
Maurice Vaughan Furniture closing after 48 years, final liquidation sale will start soon
GALAX, Va. (WFXR) — After almost 50 years of serving the community of Galax, Maurice Vaughan Furniture will be closing its doors for the last time after a final liquidation sale in August. Maurice Vaughan has been dedicated and passionate about his business and selling furniture since 1976 and...
Women's Soccer Opens Season Hosting James Madison, Temple
The start of the 2024 Villanova Women's Soccer season has finally arrived. The third campaign under head coach Samar Azem begins with three straight home contests, starting with James Madison on Thursday and Temple on Sunday. Both games are set for 4 p.m. first kicks from Higgins Soccer Complex and can be viewed on FloSports.
JMU Men’s Soccer picked fifth in Sun Belt preseason poll
NEW ORLEANS (JMU Athletics) – James Madison junior Kevin Larsson and sophomore Luca Nikolai were tabbed to the 2024 Preseason All-Sun Belt Conference Men’s Soccer Team, the league announced on Wednesday afternoon. In a vote of the 10 head coaches in the Sun Belt, the Dukes were picked...
Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center faces overcrowding, staff shortage
LYNDHURST, Va. (WHSV) - Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center is over capacity. This summer, the shelter has taken in 140 dogs. SVASC Outreach Coordinator Claire Rattan said there are many barriers that could keep someone from adopting or keeping an animal. “What we are facing right now is a lot...
West Virginia man sentenced to one month in prison for shooting at suspected robber at Harrisonburg 7-Eleven
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – A West Virginia man has pled guilty to malicious shooting following the April robbery at a Harrisonburg 7-Eleven. Travis Fogle was sentenced this morning to 12 months in prison with 11 of those suspended as well as 12 months of supervised probation after firing recklessly at a vehicle that was being driven away by his suspected robber.
Gov. Justice announces launch of the inaugural West Virginia Healthy Habits School Contest
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice, the West Virginia Department of Health, the West Virginia Department of Education, and Aetna Better Health of West Virginia, announced the launch of the inaugural West Virginia Healthy Habits School Contest. The initiative aims to recognize and celebrate elementary schools across the state that are leading efforts to improve health outcomes […] The post Gov. Justice announces launch of the inaugural West Virginia Healthy Habits School Contest appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Governor Justice announces Concord University graduate as Circuit Judge of the 12th Family Circuit Court
MCDOWELL COUNTY/MERCER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — The Circuit Judge for the 12th Family Circuit Court was announced by Governor Jim Justice. According to a press release from Governor Jim Justice, Adam Wolfe was selected as the Circuit Judge for the 12th Family Circuit Court and in 2025 he will serve his full term. I would […]
Gov. Youngkin angles for another round of tax cuts in a “both/and playbook”
RICHMOND, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Governor Youngkin told General Assembly money committees Wednesday record revenue growth leading to fiscal surplus, spurred by job growth and record labor participation, sets Virginia up well for another round of tax relief. The Governor said a “both/and approach” has achieved $8-billion of earlier tax relief while growing revenues that have allowed increased spending in critical area of education; behavioral health; and agriculture, forestry, and natural resources. All while contributing to the state’s “rainy day fund” to 17%… which is over the 15% target.
JMU students return this weekend
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — James Madison University students will begin moving into residence halls for the 2024-25 academic year this weekend. The university said in a release they are anticipating approximately 5,000 new students and 774 transfer students are arriving between Friday and Sunday. Folks in Harrisonburg should...
HPD: As JMU students return, expect traffic impacts
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - If you live in or around Harrisonburg, you may have noticed a longer line at Target or emptier shelves at Walmart. That’s because it’s move-in time for students at James Madison University as they return for the 2024-25 school year. While those students are...
Staunton Music Festival spans centuries: The Eras Tour begins Friday
STAUNTON – Every August, the Staunton Music Festival brings more than 80 world-class musicians from around the world to Staunton to perform six centuries of music over the course of ten consecutive days and nights. In a press release from SMF, the festival begins on Aug. 16 and runs through August 25. Each season, Staunton Music Festival's artistic director, Carsten Schmidt, orchestrates an eclectic combination of programs, spanning centuries of exceptional music — from the Middle Ages...
Was JMU’s FCS to FBS Transition the Most Successful of the Last Decade?
It’s no secret that JMU has a rich history at the FCS level of college football, but even fans who have fond memories of the 2004 and 2016 FCS titles, will admit that there have been a lot more eyeballs on the program since JMU began its transition to the FBS level in 2022.
West Virginia Weather Alert: Storms to Hit Friday and Saturday
Charleston, WV – A hot and dry day is expected across West Virginia today, but changes are on the horizon as a weather system moves in. Temperatures are set to climb above normal, with highs reaching the upper 80s to low 90s, particularly in the western and southern parts of the state. This dry weather won’t last, as precipitation chances begin to increase tonight, setting the stage for an unsettled weekend.
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