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Daughter of late Supreme Court Justice Scalia appointed to Virginia Board of Education
The daughter of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia has been appointed by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin to serve on the Virginia Board of Education, drawing criticism from some Democrats who called the appointment politically motivated. Meg Bryce, a psychology educator who unsuccessfully ran last year for an at-large...
Virginia appeals court rules judge wrongly dismissed asset forfeiture challenge
A Virginia court erroneously ruled authorities could keep $35,293 seized from a Chesterfield County auto repair shop by setting the bar too high for the owner to prove the cash wasn’t connected to a crime, according to a state Court of Appeals opinion released this week. The case dealing with asset forfeiture laws centers on […]
Luray Fire Department sets the record straight about fire suppression
The Luray Fire Department is sharing factual information to dispel recent fraudulent information that has circulated in the community. Firefighters used only water to extinguish the fires on Route 211 back in March. Contrary to rumors that have circulated, no chemicals were ever used to extinguish those fires at all...
Partly sunny with a thunderstorm possible
This afternoon: clouds and sun. High 81. Winds east-southeast 4-8 mph. Tonight: partly cloudy. Low 61. Winds west-southwest 3-6 mph. Tomorrow: mostly sunny. High 84. Winds east-northeast becoming east 4-8 mph. Sunday: partly sunny. High 87. Winds south-southeast becoming southeast 4-8 mph. Monday: more humid with times of clouds and...
Bank says dispute over Justice family loans has cost it more than $48 million in interest
Martinsville-based Carter Bank & Trust says it has been losing out on interest income on the loans held by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, his family and their companies since mid-2023. The post Bank says dispute over Justice family loans has cost it more than $48 million in interest appeared first on Cardinal News.
UVA Health discuss vascular condition that could affect athletes
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- With the Summer Olympics kicking off this week, UVA Health discusses a vascular condition that could affect athletes. Marfan syndrome affects connective tissue throughout the body, including the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints, lungs and eyes. People with Marfan are at high risk of developing aneurysms because the connective tissue of the arteries is weaker and not able to handle stress as well.
Track & Field Named USTFCCCA All-Academic Team
NEW ORLEANS – James Madison track & field received academic team recognition from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA), as announced by the organization. As a team, the Dukes were honored for its 3.214 grade-point average, highlighted by nine student-athletes with a 3.5 or...
Trio of Dukes Named GCAA All-America Scholars
NORMAN, Okla. – A trio of James Madison men's golfers were named Golf Coaches Association of America All-America scholars for the 2023-24 season, the organization announced on Thursday, as Alexandre D'Aurelle de Paladines, Graduate student Nick Schlickenrieder, and sophomore Václav Tichý were all honored by the organization.
Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County awards $200,000 in scholarships
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County has announced its list of scholarship recipients for 2024. The nonprofit said students received over $200,00 in aid. The Community Foundation sent the scholarships to over 35 colleges, universities and vocational schools. Students will be attending 19 different...
‘It’s the nature of the beast’: Sun Belt Conference experiences coaching turnover
NEW ORLEANS (WHSV) - There’s been quite a bit of coaching turnover in the Sun Belt Conference during the offseason. Five of the 14 schools: Troy, South Alabama ULM, Georgia State and James Madison all have new head coaches this season. All of the schools have different reasons for...
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
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