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Woman wins big after playing the same numbers in six lottery tickets
Latoya Burke made more money thanks to her excellent judgment and good fortune. The Chesapeake resident purchased six tickets in the Pick 5 game of the Virginia Lottery, all of which had the same five numbers and were intended for the drawing on June 5. Each of those tickets was...
Portrayals of Virginia historical figures to highlight Founders Day
Portrayals of historical figures to highlight Founders Day. “What’s happening in the war?” “What has the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia resolved?” “What in the world is happening at the Fifth Virginia Revolutionary Convention in Williamsburg?”. These questions will be answered by historical interpreters...
Virginia fines Mountain Valley Pipeline for environmental violations after another quarterly review
The fine of $30,500 for violations of erosion and sediment control rules marks the fourth consecutive fine of this type for the $7.85 billion pipeline, which began transporting natural gas last month. The post Virginia fines Mountain Valley Pipeline for environmental violations after another quarterly review appeared first on Cardinal News.
Helping refugees build their new lives in Virginia — starting with a driver’s license
This story was reported by Next City. In the longer term, urbanists advocate for walkable, bikeable cities with robust public transportation and affordable housing close to high-quality employment opportunities. But in the meantime, refugees and immigrants newly arriving in the U.S. need to get to their jobs, schools, grocery stores...
Robinson Steps Down as Head Tennis Coach
BRIDGEWATER, Va. - Bridgewater College Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach Jordon Robinson is stepping down from his current role at BC to pursue another opportunity outside of college athletics. Robinson departs the program after piloting the Eagles for ten seasons. During his tenure, BC became a mainstay in the...
Waynesboro-based collaboration to help writers take ‘first creative leap’
Aspiring writers in the Shenandoah Valley now have access to professional workshops thanks to a collaboration between Writer’s Well and Stone Soup Books. “There are many of us in the Valley who write and want to improve our craft or venture into new genres,” said Bonner Odell, founder of Writer’s Well. “The Writer’s Well provides that opportunity through in-depth workshops scheduled at various times throughout the week.”
Former art gallery being considered for apartments, co-work space and restaurant
Multi-use buildout could take two years; developer may close in September. LURAY, July 25 — A Washington, D.C.-based developer executed a contract on June 10 for the right to purchase the three-story, brick structure at 15 Campbell Ave., formally the site of a local art gallery for more than two decades. A 90-day “study period” will be ending shortly after Labor Day. If plans proceed, the building’s nearly 34,000 square feet will be renovated and converted to apartments, co-work space, a restaurant, gym and music venue, according to plans presented to the Luray Council during its work session on Monday.
Retired Forensic Psychologist Never Believed Darrell Rice Committed Shenandoah Murders
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – A retired forensic psychologist who examined longtime Shenandoah Park murders suspect Darrell Rice says he never believed Rice had committed the 1996 double homicide of Julie Williams and Lollie Winans. “I didn’t believe he was capable of doing that,” Jeff Fracher said in...
‘American Idol’ Runner-up Cancels Jason Aldean Tour Appearances After Father’s Death
Lauren Alaina has revealed that her dad, J.J. Suddeth, passed away on Tuesday, July 23. She posted the sad news on Instagram, writing, “We lost my daddy last night, and I really don’t have words yet,” adding, “I am going home to be with family.”. Alaina...
Veritas Vineyard Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Starry Nights Music Festival
AFTON, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Veritas Vineyard and Winery will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Starry Nights music festival on Saturday, August 10. Gates open at 11 a.m., and performances begin at 1 p.m. with AbbeyRoad, followed by Marie and Koda from Chamomile and Whiskey at 5 p.m., and headliners The Legwarmers at 9 p.m.
Crozet Volunteer Fire Department offers free stickers to help keep firefighters safe
CROZET, Va. (WVIR) - The Crozet Volunteer Fire Department is rolling out a new program to keep its crew and electric and hybrid vehicle owners safe. “Many times, we get called to a structure fire, the house has a garage, we don’t necessarily know once we arrive what’s in that garage,” said Fire Chief Gary Dillon.
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