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Liberty Picked 2nd in OVC Men’s Soccer Poll
LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Liberty Flames have been selected to finish second in the 2024 Ohio Valley Conference Preseason Men's Soccer Poll. The Flames garnered three first-place votes and 79 total points to come in second in the poll behind the defending OVC Champion SIUE. The Cougars were picked to defend their 2023 OVC title by receiving 11 first-place votes and 95 total points.
City of Roanoke Treasurer’s Office announces early closure on September 6 for City and DMV transactions
Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke Treasurer’s Office has announced a change in its operating schedule. Residents are advised that the office will close early at 3:00 PM on Friday, September 6, 2024. This adjustment affects all services, including City transactions and DMV Select operations. This temporary...
Gov. Youngkin visits Shenandoah Valley to sign bills and give donations
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) — Gov. Glenn Youngkin made his way to the Friendly City on Thursday, stopping at James Madison University (JMU) for a quick bill-signing ceremony and the Rockingham County Fair to donate a portion of his salary to organizations. During an event at Anthony Seeger Hall, Youngkin...
Youngkin backs more tax cuts but Democrats say underfunded services need money first
Gov. Glenn Youngkin and his administration presented a rosy outlook for Virginia’s economy on Wednesday, telling lawmakers the last fiscal year ended with a $1.2 billion revenue surplus and job growth has beat back recession concerns.
Miranda’s Two Goals Lead Liberty to 3-1 Victory Over High Point in Season Opener
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Gabby Miranda scored two goals to lead the Lady Flames to a 3-1 triumph over High Point on the road. Liberty held High Point to two shots on the night. Halle Engle earned the first goal of the night on a free kick that glanced off the Panthers' goalkeepers' gloves. She later added an assist to help guide Liberty to its second straight victory in a season opener. Liberty topped VCU 2-1 on the road to open the 2023 season.
Oh Deer! Hunters for the Hungry and Hillcats team up to help strike out hunger
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — The Lynchburg Hillcats will host Hunters for the Hungry night Thursday August 15 at Bank of the James Stadium. First pitch happens at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds from the game will go to fund deer processing fees incurred by Hunters for the Hungry. “It’s all about raising awareness for our program, and […]
A Home Contractor In Virginia Claims A $2.2 Million Lottery Jackpot After A Run Of Bad Luck
A Virginia contractor is smiling his way to the bank after winning almost $2 million in an online lottery game. Brent Butler, a Woodbridge resident, told Lottery officials he was ready to give up after having little luck playing the games, but he decided to give it another shot. Butler’s...
Caesars Virginia Hiring Event in Browns Summit Brings in Hundreds
Caesars Virginia in Danville is interested in adding more workers to its casino staff. The casino and resort hosted a hiring event Tuesday in Browns Summit where nearly 200 people showed up. Caesars Virginia in Danville expects to fill about 700 positions. The company expects to fill approximately 700 positions...
Lowell Woman Sentenced for Drug Smuggling and Money Laundering Involving Massachusetts and Virginia
A woman from Lowell has been handed a 21-month prison sentence following her guilty plea to charges involving drug distribution and money laundering within Massachusetts and Virginia. According to an announcement by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Sathtra Em, 37, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Chief Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV for conspiring to distribute MDMA and buprenorphine and to launder the proceeds of her crimes.
Smyth County airport receives state funding for removal project
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Mountain Empire Airport, located in Smyth County, Virginia, received $50,000 in state funding for an obstruction removal project. The Virginia Aviation Board announced on Wednesday that $9.5 million will go towards projects at airports across the Commonwealth. Mountain Empire Airport, located at 8223 Lee Highway in Rural Retreat, was awarded […]
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