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Hanover Sheriff warning residents about scams related to IT outage
The Hanover County Sheriff's Office is warning the county's residents about scammers taking advantage of the CrowdStrike IT outage that has been affecting computer systems across the country since Friday morning.
Lawsuits challenging year-old model policies in full swing
(The Center Square) — One year after the Virginia Department of Education rolled out new model policies for the treatment of transgender students, the ACLU has undertaken several lawsuits on behalf of students identifying as transgender, saying the policies violate state and federal law. One lawsuit was dismissed Monday, and the other two will be heard on Aug. 6 and 20, one in federal court and the other in state circuit court. ...
Four districts in 4 months: Central Virginia schools grapple with superintendent turnover
The recent departure of several school superintendents across Central Virginia has sparked concerns and raised questions about the stability of educational leadership within the region.
VPM Daily Newscast: July 18, 2024
The VPM Daily Newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Episodes are recorded the night before. Listeners can subscribe through NPR One, Apple Podcasts, Megaphone, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts. Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of July...
Pushing the Limits
In the five years prior to its closing in 2023, the Tyson Foods factory in Glen Allen dumped nearly 5 million pounds of pollutants into an unnamed Hanover County creek. The pollution met federal standards. But those limits could soon change under new rules currently being considered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
4 Bedroom Home in Mechanicsville - $450,000
Welcome to your rural retreat in beautiful Hanover County! Nestled on 2.6 acres in the sought after Old Church area, this chalet-style ranch home exudes charm and style in the private setting you've been looking for. Fenced and gated, the yard offers a nice approach to the home where you'll find ample parking space including a two-car detached garage with an attached carport. Stepping inside, the cozy family room features a vaulted ceiling with skylights, newer vinyl plank flooring and a brick, wood burning, fireplace. To the kitchen where you'll appreciate the dining area, granite countertops, stainless appliances and pantry! Three bedrooms are on this level including the master suite with its own vaulted ceiling, a walk-in closet, and a full bathroom. There's a full bath in the hall, too, with a double vanity and tub/shower combo. Then, there's an upstairs bonus room which makes a fantastic 4th bedroom or rec room. This space boasts recessed lighting, a walk-in closet and a half bath. Let's go back outside where there's so much to love! The front porch offers a peaceful place to enjoy pleasant weather as does the concrete patio you'll find at the side of the home. There's covered back door access and on the other end of the house, a fenced in area contains an above ground pool for cooling off on hot summer days! But, back to the garage. This asset is 30x26 and boasts two automatic door openers, a built-in heater, water and pull down attic stairs! Take a peek behind the garage for a surprise. This recreational area has been enjoyed by the current owner and is equipped with a bar, television, firepit, putting green and more. A fun place to hang out! This fantastic property offers easy commutes to Richmond and isn't far from the New Kent County line making excursions to Williamsburg and points east a breeze. Golf courses, wineries, local rivers and historic sites are a short drive away, too. The chicken coop and the raised beds are already here! Come enjoy the good life in this tranquil, Hanover County, setting!
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