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VA Advised to Take Controversial Winter Dredge Crab Season off the Table Until 2026
Earlier this summer, Virginia fishery managers voted to repeal a 16-year ban on winter dredging for blue crabs, opening the door to possibly allow watermen to dredge the Bay bottom, scooping semi-dormant crabs from their winter slumber. But a state advisory committee now recommends Virginia take a step back from that possibility.
Southwest Virginia epidemiologist warns of increased West Nile risk this season
Va. (WSET) — It's mosquito season in Virginia, and some mosquitos in the state are carrying the West Nile Virus. According to the CDC, there's been a confirmed case in our backyard, in the city of Roanoke. The Virginia Health Department says only 80% of infected people actually know...
A steep price to pay: Virginia's new safety campaign hits drunk drivers right in wallet
RICHMOND – As we head into the final weekend of unofficial summer celebrations – Labor Day – the commonwealth of Virginia has rolled out enhancements to its long-running “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Backed by data from the market-research firm Dynata, this iteration of the 23-year-old program features a website called “What’s the Damage?” that puts a more financial-focused spin on the dangers of drunk driving. At the centerpiece of the campaign is a list...
Little Free Food Pantry in Quinton
The Little Free Pantry opened another location in Quinton following an Aug. 25 ribbon cutting ceremony. The pantry, located at the March Center at 3300 New Kent Highway, provides food, toiletries, and other items where people can take what they need and also give as they desire.
Hundreds attend Chesterfield's first 'Cafe Con La Comunidad'
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT)—Chesterfield’s first-ever “Cafe Con La Comunidad” brought together more than 100 community members in a welcoming and equitable environment. Tuesday night’s event left county leaders excited about the turnout as they continue to work to serve a growing Latino population. “It went wonderfully....
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