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Campbell County GOP pushes back against Trump-endorsed national party platform
The local committee has adopted a resolution criticizing the RNC’s relaxed positions on abortion, gun rights and same-sex marriage. The post Campbell County GOP pushes back against Trump-endorsed national party platform appeared first on Cardinal News.
BAE Systems Awards Parsons $15M Army Ammunition Plant Contract
BAE Systems selected Parsons Corp. to begin initial designs for the modernization of the Alternate Nitrate Ester Manufacturing Facility at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant. Under this 2-year, $15.4 million contract, Parsons will prepare preliminary design packages for the RFAAP manufacturing facility. “BAE Systems is strongly engaged in supporting the...
Path opens for people interested in agriculture
RADFORD, Va. (WDBJ) - There’s a new pathway to education for people interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. In a new partnership between Radford University and Virginia Tech, students will be able to fast-track their education. This “four-plus-one” undergraduate-to-graduate program lets Radford University students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree...
Lynchburg Gynecology is closing, a year after misconduct claims
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — About ten months after ABC13 reported on multiple claims of misconduct at Lynchburg Gynecology, the clinic confirmed it is closing. Back in September 2023, our team reported that a law firm was investigating Lynchburg Gynecology after claims of misconduct. In the following weeks, the doctor at the center of those claims retired. Lynchburg Gynecologist released a statement saying the accusations were false.
VTSCOOP Roundtable: What transfer are we most excited to see this fall?
Prior to the 2023 season, Virginia Tech flipped a large portion of its roster with high school talent and a flood of immediate impact transfers. Led by quarterback Kyron Drones, who took over the starting role in Blacksburg in Week 3 of the season, Virginia Tech's newcomers last fall were integral in turning the tide for the Hokies and leading the program to a post-season bowl appearance, which they won 41-20 over Tulane.
At Roanoke's Historically Black Old Lick Cemetery, New Caretakers Confront Old Sins
In recent years, a group of churchgoers has been tending to the cemetery, a "gaping wound" of Roanoke's urban renewal history. On a hot Saturday morning, across parched grassland, Madame Curie sniffs for graves. Curie, a six-year-old Australian shepherd, scours a sloping hillside in Old Lick Cemetery, a historically Black...
The Harvester highlights upcoming shows
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WDBJ) - Harvester Performance Center is showcasing a variety of acts to wrap up the summer and kick off the fall. Marketing Director Chris West joined Here @ Home to encourage people to travel down to Rocky Mount to enjoy the musicians and bands stopping at their stage.
Severe Drought Impacts Albemarle, Greene, Madison; Extreme Conditions in Augusta
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The U.S. Drought Monitor reports that as of Tuesday, 37% of Virginia is experiencing severe drought, with 11% in extreme drought. Albemarle, Greene, and Madison counties are among those in severe drought. Rockingham, Shenandoah, Augusta, Page, Warren, and Frederick counties are facing extreme drought conditions. While recent rain showers have provided some relief, meteorologists indicate that significant improvements are still needed to overcome the drought situation. The prolonged dry spell has raised concerns about water supply and agricultural impacts across the Commonwealth.
Man who escaped Oregon prison 30 years ago was found in Georgia with a stolen identity, authorities say
(CNN) — A man who escaped from an Oregon state prison nearly 30 years ago and stole the identity of a deceased child was captured in Georgia on Tuesday, according to authorities. Steven Craig Johnson, who had been convicted of sexual abuse charges, escaped from a prison work detail...
College Students Learning on the Job with ZMM Architects and Engineers
Interns at ZMM Architects and Engineers (ZMM) are gaining real-world experience by working collaboratively with fellow interns and professional staff. The 17 students are seeing their classroom knowledge come to life in projects that benefit communities across the region. Our interns support operations across the firm in our Charleston, WV,...
$74,000 in counterfeit money recovered in Alderson
ALDERSON W.Va. (WVDN) – Police in Alderson have recovered an astounding $74,000 in counterfeit money following an investigation. According to an official statement, the counterfeit money was “in denominations of 20, 50 and 100 dollar bills.” Officers remind the public to “Please be responsible and diligent by checking the bills at your businesses and or […] The post $74,000 in counterfeit money recovered in Alderson appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Woman robbed while waiting for food; car stolen in Danville
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Danville Police Department is looking for the person who robbed a woman and stole her car. Around 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, officers responded to the Pizza Hut restaurant in the 3000 block of Riverside Drive. A woman reported a male had taken her car and personal items at gunpoint while she was sitting in the parking lot.
$200K approved for repurpose study of former coal-fired power plant in Glen Lyn
GLEN LYN, Va. (WVVA) - The fate of a closed coal-fired power plant is the focus of a study into its future usefulness in Giles County. A grant submitted by Giles County to the Appalachian Regional Commission was recently given a green-light. County administrator, Chris McKlarney says Appalachian Power still...
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