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American Muslims for Palestine ordered to comply with Virginia AG records request
(The Center Square) — A Virginia court has ordered American Muslims for Palestine to comply with records requests from Attorney General Jason Miyares' office attempting to investigate whether the group has ties to terrorists. The Americans for Justice in Palestine Educational Foundation, also known as American Muslims for Palestine, is affiliated with AJP Action, a group that lobbies for Palestinian rights on Capitol Hill. It’s also the parent organization for National Students for Justice in Palestine, which has chapters at all four of the Virginia...
Gov. Youngkin allocates $30.1 million to the Route 460 Road Improvement Project
RICHMOND, VA — Gov.Glenn Youngkin today announced the allocation of $30.1 million from the Transportation Partnership Opportunity Fund (TPOF) to the City of Suffolk for the Route 460 Road Improvement Project to support the Port 460 Logistics Center Development in Hampton Roads. This project is said to be vital to the future growth of the […] The post Gov. Youngkin allocates $30.1 million to the Route 460 Road Improvement Project appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Harrisonburg’s Habitat Restore to give out free furniture for ‘Free Stuff Friday’
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - For those in need of a new piece of furniture who do not want to pay the price, Habitat Restore in Harrisonburg is giving away furniture and appliances at its “Free Stuff Friday” event. The items are being given away to make room for new stock, helping people on a tight budget make their space more comfortable.
Traffic alert: Expect overnight closures of Greenville Avenue in Staunton for gas line work
Motorists and businesses on southbound Greenville Avenue in Staunton will find portions of Route 11 closed in the next month. Columbia Gas of Virginia will have crews on site to improve gas line infrastructure for homes and businesses. Three highway connections are available for downtown, as reported by WHSV, and...
Staunton conserving water across city amid drought conditions
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - With many people across the Valley dealing with the drought, the City of Staunton is conserving water while continuing to keep its parks green. Though rain has been scarce in the valley, plants and other forms of vegetation still need water to survive. Previously, the city was taking water from the city reservoir. Now, the city is taking water from Peyton Creek in Gypsy Hill Park. The spring water used not only helps conserve city water for residential and business use, it also is a healthier water source for plants in the city.
Staunton: NAACP branch to host annual fundraising banquet with keynote speaker Rev. Cozy Bailey
The Staunton Branch of the NAACP proudly announces its annual Freedom Fund Banquet scheduled for Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Hotel 24 in Staunton. Themed “Working Together Defines Our Future,” the 2024 event will honor the achievements and contributions of individuals committed to advancing civil rights and social justice in the Staunton area. The Staunton Branch is excited to present six prestigious awards of honor to members of the Staunton community who have gone above and beyond to support the community.
First listening session for Virginia cellphone-free classrooms Thursday
MANASSAS, Va. — It's one of the few issues lately that has people on both sides of the aisle agreeing: taking away cellphones from students in school. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed an executive order last week for this to happen in Virginia K-12 public schools. It's music to...
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