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Biden blames foreign travel for debate debacle, says he almost fell asleep on stage
President Biden on Tuesday blamed foreign travel for his poor debate performance, saying that he almost fell asleep on the stage last week. “I wasn’t very smart. I decided to travel around the world a couple of times … shortly before the debate,” he said while talking to donors at a fundraiser in Virginia. “I didn’t…
ACLU of Virginia sues Hanover School Board on behalf of transgender student allegedly banned from sports team
A transgender student in Hanover County is fighting for their chance to play on the team of their choice. On Wednesday, July 3, the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia (ACLU) filed a Title IX lawsuit against the Hanover County School Board to give more power to that fight.
Know of a good blank wall somewhere?
Yo. I have this idea for a mural for Wah Wah Watson, guitarist & member of the Funk Brothers at Motown. played for Temptations, Gladys Knight, Herbie Hancock & list goes on. he was from Richmond and I’d like to put some art on a wall for him. I need help finding a wall.
‘Who’s going to help my family?’: Richmond woman still hoping for answers nearly 50 years after brother’s murder
The family of Christopher Harper, a Richmond toddler killed over 50 years ago, is still waiting for answers after the man wrongfully convicted of his abduction and murder was recently exonerated.
Forward Madison Handed First Loss In 2024 Season Against Richmond
Forward Madison Handed First Loss In 2024 Season Against Richmond. A 90-minute equalizer by Galindrez proved not enough as the Kickers secure the 2024 Henny Derby trophy. MAD: #1 Schipmann, #4 Osmond, #5 Mehl, #8 Boyce, #9 Chaney (71’ Galindrez), #10 Mesias, #16 Crull, #17 Gebhard (71’ Prentice), #21 Villalobos (87’ Murphy Jr), #22 Payne (71’ Dieye), #25 Sousa (62’ Davila)
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...
Tangerines Kitchen brings American breakfast, Thai flare
ALBERMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - A new restaurant, with a twist, opened July 3 in Charlottesville’s South Side Shopping Center. Tangerines Kitchen off Mill Creek Drive serves American breakfast with Asian fusion. If you’re in the mood for Thai food, it will serve that in the evenings. The...
Peaceful Pet Night aims to reduce firework-induced anxiety
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Pet parents would do anything to keep their animals safe and happy. But fireworks pose a particular challenge on Independence Day. Through Peaceful Pet Night, the Charlottesville SPCA is seeking volunteers to help their animals cope with firework-related anxiety. “We’re gonna be just inviting the community...
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