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Michael Vick to appear at HBCU girls and women’s football clinic
To kick off its football media festivities, the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference will have a well-known former quarterback in attendance this weekend to help grow the game. Newport News native and former Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick will lend his time and expertise to the MEAC’s second annual “Girls on the Gridiron” Flag Football Clinic on Saturday at Norfolk State University. The clinic runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dick Price Stadium, and as of Wednesday, registration is still open to the public and free.
Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more …
From elsewhere: Skill games wait as assembly repeals changes to military education program. VP pick JD Vance set to appear Monday at Radford University's Dedmon Center. Bluefield University will have a new leader. The post Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Area leaders say worldwide tech outage is creating only minor issues locally
A glitch that caused a worldwide technology outage is being treated more as a nuisance than a cyberattack, according to the company from where the issues arose. Locally and across Virginia, the impact of that outage appears to be minimal. Gov. Glenn Youngkin said an initial assessment found “critical health and safety systems...
Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’
Earlier, he called Staunton's newspaper "podunk" and said it was "ridonkulous" to drive to Abingdon for a campaign forum. The post Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’ appeared first on Cardinal News.
Norfolk Int’l Airport, passengers recovering from Friday’s IT outage
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Things at Norfolk International Airport are much calmer for the airport and for passengers as they are still dealing with Friday morning’s IT outage that resulted in several airlines grounding flights. “We were seeing other flights that had been totally canceled, maybe for even...
3 Virginia Cities Rank Among Most Dangerous in America
Virginia, a state celebrated for its historical significance and natural beauty, is home to bustling cities and charming small towns. However, amidst its picturesque landscapes and rich culture, certain urban areas face significant challenges related to crime. According to recent crime statistics, three cities in Virginia have emerged as some of the most dangerous in the United States. In this blog post, we will explore these cities, examining the factors contributing to their high crime rates and the implications for residents and visitors alike.
Many celebrate as military education benefit program restored
(The Center Square) — Two months after lawmakers passed the commonwealth's biennial budget containing changes to its tuition assistance program for some military families, legislators reconvened at the Capitol Thursday and passed legislation fully reinstating the program. Representatives from Veterans of Foreign Wars attended the session and extolled the outcome afterward. “Today ends over two months of uncertainty and anxiety endured by the families of our fallen and disabled military...
Chaniece Winfield Explains the Importance of Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment
Addiction and trauma often go hand in hand. Many individuals struggling with substance use disorders have experienced significant trauma in their lives, which can deeply impact their mental health and behavior. Chaniece Winfield, a respected expert in the field with over 16 years of experience providing substance use disorder (SUD), mental health, and play therapy services to individuals and families across the lifespan, emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care in addiction treatment. This approach acknowledges the presence of trauma in individuals’ lives and seeks to create a treatment environment that is sensitive and responsive to their experiences. Chaniece Winfield of Virginia believes that trauma-informed care is crucial in addiction treatment, as it can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with a history of trauma.
Pinpoint Weather: Normally warm, daily showers and storms
After morning low temperatures in the 60s, today (Sunday) will be partly to mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the normal range of 82-89. Showers are likely and storms are possible in the afternoon and evening. This week will see showers and storms possible each day with temperatures normal...
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