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Remains found in Chesterfield could be part of family burial plot
After a road crew discovered human remains in May, Chesterfield County officials began looking for descendants of those buried in what appears to be a family graveyard. “We’ve heard from about a dozen people so far, and have heard from a couple of people who we do think are direct descendants,” said Lauren Gryctko, an archaeologist with Johnson, Mirmiran and Thompson — a company researching the site.
Louisa County excited to host VA State Little League Major Baseball Tournament
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Louisa County will soon host some of the best little league baseball players in Virginia. District 14 and Louisa Little League will be hosting the 2024 Virginia State Little League Major Baseball Tournament in Louisa County later this month. The tournament will run July 18-23...
Radio Legend Kat Simons Dies
RICHMOND — Kat Simons, whose silky and calming voice provided cheer and comfort to a wide radio audience, including listeners in sprawling Southside Virginia, and who advocated for animals and a host of charitable causes, has died. WTVR-FM officials announced her death over the recent weekend, saying Ms. Simons...
‘A way to honor his memory;’ Mother becomes grief coach after losing son
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A Chesterfield mother is dedicating her life to helping others after the unexpected loss of her only child. “I believe my story is somebody else’s solution to the problem. Or, if their question is, can I do it? How can I do it? How can I manage?” said Lynn Lewis.
Virginia Energy leveraging federal funding to diversify Southwest region’s economic profile
This is Part 2 of a three-part series on efforts to develop on abandoned mine lands in Southwest Virginia. Read Part 1 here. Part 3 will be published in the coming days. NORTON – Many miners in Virginia’s coalfield region may have avoided going underground and remained topside of the earth to procure coal through […] The post Virginia Energy leveraging federal funding to diversify Southwest region’s economic profile appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
‘Leave Fireworks to the Professionals’, Fire Marshal says ahead of 4th of July celebrations
RICHMOND, VA (LOOTPRESS) – While residents around the country are gearing up to celebrate the Fourth of July on Thursday, the Virginia Department of Fire Programs – State Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a warning to “leave fireworks to the professionals.” Virginia is one of a number of states throughout the country that prohibited all […]
Clock is ticking for EMS agencies
The clock is ticking for emergency medical service agencies, in Lunenburg, Nottoway and across the region. They have four months to adjust to upcoming federal regulation changes that will upend the way they obtain and distribute medications for use on their ambulances. The ODEMSA Regional Medication Box Exchange System worked for decades and agencies say […] The post Clock is ticking for EMS agencies appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Norfolk nonprofit publishes first statewide directory of LGBTQ+ friendly businesses
This story was reported by WHRO News. A Norfolk nonprofit created Virginia’s first statewide directory of businesses accepting and welcoming of the LGBTQ+ community. Corey Mohr, of the LGBT Life Center, said the No. 1 question the center receives is where to find LGBTQ+-friendly services. A common request they get is recommendations for medical providers and related services — but the need for welcoming spaces goes far beyond the doctor’s office.
Richmond Animal League to create “Kat’s Corner” in memory of late radio host, animal supporter Kat Simons
Richmond Animal League is creating a permanent tribute to one of its biggest community supporters, longtime WTVR-FM (Mix 98.1 and formerly Lite 98) mid-day radio host Kat Simons. Simons, who passed away last Friday, was a servant supporter of many local causes, but shelter pets were near and dear to her heart.
State AG says Hopewell does not have power to enact employees-on-council restriction
HOPEWELL – A recent move by Hopewell City Council to restrict city employees from elected office is invalid because there is no evidence, explicit or implicit, giving the city the right to do so, state Attorney General Jason Miyares said Monday. In a letter to Del. Carrie Coyner, R-Chesterfield...
Trump Canceled Interview With Military Reporter After Asking What Questions He Was Going To Ask
Trump canceled an interview with military reporter Mike Gooding after the campaign asked what questions the reporter was going to ask Trump. The post Trump Canceled Interview With Military Reporter After Asking What Questions He Was Going To Ask first appeared on Mediaite.
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