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Special Olympics dental program reflects VCU spirit and lasting connections
For Robert Harris, the Special Olympics Virginia is an opportunity to feel the rush of competition and the pride of accomplishment. It’s also a chance to receive oral health care. Nicknamed “The Hulk,” the Woodbridge man has participated in powerlifting at the Special Olympics Virginia for 20 years. His...
NCAA Rewind: Richmond Clobbered Non-Tournament Teams
Before USA Lacrosse Magazine looks ahead to what’s to come in 2025 — look out for our NCAA Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings later this summer — our team of staff and contributors decided it was worth taking a last look at the 2024 college lacrosse season. To...
Independence celebration fireworks displays around the area, weather-permitting
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – No fireworks this July 4th holiday in the city, but there are several displays going on around the area July 4th evening… weather permitting. Keep an eye on the link for which ever show you’re interested in for weather postponements or cancellations. Here’s a list of the shows we know:
Chesterfield Police issue ‘last statement’ on man shot by officer in 2023, family may be adding department to ongoing lawsuit
The Chesterfield County Police Department has issued what it called a "last statement" on the July 2023 shooting of 34-year-old Charles Byers, who was killed by an officer while experiencing a mental health crisis.
UVA Goalkeeper Safradin Called for Duty with Croatian National Team
MIDLOTHIAN, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – As the Men’s European Soccer Championship nears its end, the Women’s tournament, coming next year, is wrapping up its qualifying matches, and UVA sophomore goalkeeper Victoria Safradin has been called to take part in her native Croatia’s bid to qualify for the tournament.
Administrations lays plans to one-up America’s largest offshore wind farm
(The Center Square) – Installation of the country’s largest offshore wind farm began in earnest just two months ago off the coast of Virginia, and the Biden administration announced Friday it will be auctioning another even bigger wind energy lease sale off the coast of the commonwealth. Dominion Energy leased the approximately 113,000 acres that would become the site of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project in 2013. After installing two pilot turbines in 2020, the utility began the installation of the rest of its...
VA employee files EHR lawsuit, claiming lack of accessibility features
A Department of Veterans Affairs employee is suing the VA over its rollout of a new Electronic Health Record (EHR), over claims the system is inaccessible to employees and veterans with disabilities. The lawsuit claims VA’s new Oracle-Cerner EHR doesn’t work with assistive devices, such as screen readers that allow...
Meet the 2024 All-Tidewater Baseball teams
First team ALL-TIDEWATER PLAYER OF THE YEAR Keegan Haesler, First Colonial junior outfielder/first baseman Helped lead the Patriots to their first state title in more than 30 years. Class 5 Player of the Year Class 5 Region A Player of the Year Batted .486 with 47 hits, 34 runs, 24 stolen bases and 22 RBIs. He also had a .565 on-base percentage with 14 walks, 12 doubles, two triples and two ...
Va. school board member to be jailed for his role in Jan. 6 riot and more state headlines
• “Virginia school board member gets 12 days in jail for Jan. 6 riot role, says he won’t step down.”—NBC4 • “Losing candidate in Lynchburg Republican primary for council files suit to invalidate election.”—Cardinal News • “Almost 30% house renters in this Northern Virginia city pay more than $5,000 a month.”—WTOP • “Emergency loans may […] The post Va. school board member to be jailed for his role in Jan. 6 riot and more state headlines appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
ACLU of Virginia files Title IX lawsuit against Hanover School Board on behalf of transgender athlete after sports ban
The ACLU of Virginia has filed a Title IX lawsuit against the Hanover County School Board on behalf of a transgender athlete who was allegedly banned from playing on a sports team.
Charlottesville officials warn about SNAP, EBT scammers
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - People buying groceries on government assistance should be on the lookout for scammers, local and state officials are warning. Scams targeting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also commonly called SNAP or food stamps, are on the uptick, according to Virginia Department of Social Services. In particular, officials warn the real target is the Electronic Benefits Transfer card, or EBT, which shoppers use to buy groceries.
Charlottesville Police seize AK-47, ammo after pursuit of convicted felon
Charlottesville Police made an arrest after a 21-year-old man tried to flee a traffic stop late Tuesday night. Police attempted to make a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by Alexander Turner, 21, around 10:15 p.m. Turner, according to a report from the PD, disregarded the officers, then made...
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