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Lowest-spending Virginia school districts surpass top spenders in some subjects
(The Center Square) — Recent data on school district spending gathered by the Virginia Public Access Project appear to support the conclusion of a late-February Reason Foundation study assessing the relationship between state K-12 education spending and student outcomes. The foundation concluded that increased spending does not always correlate with higher test scores, and less spending doesn’t always mean poorer outcomes. Some reading, math and science Standards of Learning pass...
Randolph-Henry golf team remains unbeaten, picks up road win
Parker Allen was on a tear Tuesday afternoon. Playing at the Farmville Municipal Golf Course, he and the rest of the Randolph-Henry High golf team took control of the match early and didn’t look back. The Statesmen finished at 153 on the day, with Lunenburg not even close behind at 174. The third team, Buckingham, […] The post Randolph-Henry golf team remains unbeaten, picks up road win appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Buckingham solar project’s brush burning drifts into school complex
A number of Buckingham County residents called the sheriff’s office on Friday afternoon, after some unexpected smoke drifted into the area. Officials at several schools also raised concerns. At Buckingham Primary and Buckingham Elementary, students were required to stay inside for recess, as the air outside was hazy, with a thick smell of smoke. It turned out […] The post Buckingham solar project’s brush burning drifts into school complex appeared first on Farmville.
Lake Gaston Food Lion Roaring Refresh campaign produces 15 winners
On Aug. 21, Lake Gaston Food Lion customers gathered in front of the store, hoping their raffle ticket would be one of the 15 drawn to win store gift cards. It was a celebration of the Food Lion Roaring Refresh campaign that concluded with a ribbon cutting. Littleton’s Shemicka Faulcon’s ticket was drawn for the top prize, $1,000 in Food Lion gift cards.
Man on tricycle struck and killed in Highland Springs
A man riding a tricycle in Highland Springs just before 10 p.m. Aug. 27 was killed when he was struck by a pick-up truck, according to Henrico Police. Warren Wilson Davis II, 56, of Henrico, was riding the tricycle east on Nine Mile Road when he was struck by the truck, which was traveling the same direction, near the intersection of Nine Mile and Hart Street.
Grand Opening of Zorch Pizza Parlor is Today
Wow! Today is the grand opening of our new restaurant at 7524 Forest Hill Ave. Zorch Pizza Parlor is a full service old school pizza parlor with a full bar, new menu items including house made mozz sticks, wings, salads, cheesesteaks, vegan cheesesteaks, specialty cocktails, and more! Our staff has worked extremely hard bringing this vision to life and we hope this will be a place where every day is a pizza party.
2 Chesterfield schools closed due to power outage Tuesday
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - Two Chesterfield schools closed Tuesday due to a power outage. The school division sent out a note to families and staff saying that due to Monday night’s severe weather, Salem Church Elementary and Middle School are without power. The school division says Dominion Energy was...
Philly Vegan launches gofundme to recoup cost of meals tax battle with the city
After spending almost 3 years fighting for justice the City of Richmond admitted that the error as their fault, but only after their error cost our business thousands of dollars in lawyers fees, missed opportunities/grants, time, and energy. After acknowledging how their error negatively impacted our business financially, representatives stated that they would work with us to help resolve that impact. It’s now 8 months later and all those false promises have turned into smoke. We used our voice to not only advocate for us, but other businesses which resulted in the City fixing many other businesses issues. As a result of us speaking out for others, the City of Richmond no longer is responsive to taking the steps necessary in correcting this financial hit that it cost our business.
Farmville Driver Among The Dead
CUMBERLAND COUNTY — Virginia highways witnessed a bloody past week with one of the dead being that of a Farmville man who lost his life in a Cumberland County crash. The Cumberland crash occurred at 1:55 p.m., Tuesday, August 20, on Guinea Road, according to Matthew Demiein, public relations manager of the Richmond Division of the Virginia State Police.
National Weather Service issues warning for Central, Southside VA
It is about to get very warm across the region over the next two days. The National Weather Service (NWS) out of Wakefield has issued a warning, as the heat index could hit 105 degrees Fahrenheit at times Wednesday and Thursday. “Heat indexes will approach 105 (degrees Fahrenheit),” the NWS advisory said. “Please limit time […] The post National Weather Service issues warning for Central, Southside VA appeared first on Farmville.
Heat advisory in effect for WV, VA and MD. Real feel index above 100, air quality poor
National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook at 3:15 a.m. Wednesday for portions of eastern West Virginia, northern and central Virginia, and central and western Maryland. A heat advisory is in effect for much of the area Wednesday afternoon and early evening. Temperatures are expected to reach 96-97 degrees with a...
Weather Alert: Heat index soars above 100° as poor air quality grips DC area
Feels-like temperatures surpassed 100° in the D.C. area Wednesday afternoon amid poor air quality in the region. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell said it's important to stay weather alert during the sweletering heat. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing, drink plenty of water and limit time outdoors, especially if you're doing strenuous activities.
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