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Dog-breeding research company to be sentenced for inhumane treatment of Beagles and environmental violations
Following its guilty plea, Envigo will pay the largest-ever fine in an animal welfare case. Envigo, an Indiana-based Beagle-breeding company for research purposes and one of the largest suppliers of laboratory animals in the United States, pled guilty to violating the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA) by neglecting thousands of dogs at its breeding facility in Cumberland, Virginia. The company will be paying a fine of more than $35 million, representing the largest-ever fine in an animal welfare case, according to a news release.1.
Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards
Franklin Baptist Church recently awarded its annual scholarships, continuing a unique ministry that has had a remarkable impact over the last 20 years. The Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund was established in 2005 and since then has allowed for the presentation of 159 scholarships to members of the church. The scholarships have had a combined […] The post Franklin Baptist Church Scholarship Fund passes $280K in awards appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Person in custody one week after deadly shooting of Virginia teen in Myrtle Beach, police say
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — A person has been arrested in connection with the July 20 shooting of a 16-year-old Virginia teenager, authorities said on Saturday. Authorities said information was limited, with charges expected to be formally announced soon. Jakolbi Taylor was shot in the area of 16th Ave. N in the early morning hours […]
Arlington-Alexandria residents become Va. 'folklife apprentices'
A team from Arlington and Alexandria has been named one of six from across Virginia selected by the Virginia Folklife Program as folklife apprentices for the coming year. Hayrunisa Yenilmes and Amar Kilich (Alexandria) and Ajinur Setiwaldi and Subhinur Elemin (Arlington) were selected for their efforts studying and performing Uyghur traditional music.
UVA student protesters enter the job market without their degrees while awaiting judiciary committee trial
Cady de la Cruz wasn’t surprised when the University of Virginia withheld her diploma. She knew it was a possibility, she said. After all, UVA wasn’t the first university to hold back degrees from students arrested during the breakup of the pro-Palestine encampments that spread across the country this spring.
Boil water advisory for some Orange residents
ORANGE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- Some residents in the town of Orange need to boil their water. The Orange Public Works Department issued a boil water advisory on Friday for East Side residents. Residents should use either boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking and cooking purposes until this...
Virginia Weather Alert: Perfect Beach Day with Caution for Rip Currents
Wakefield, VA – A very pleasant weekend is in store for Virginia, with temperatures in the mid-80s and low humidity. Residents can look forward to mostly sunny skies and comfortable conditions, perfect for outdoor activities. Highs today will reach around 88°F, with similar temperatures expected on Sunday and Monday.
1,900 Virginians take advantage of tax credit to encourage safe firearm storage
New data from the Virginia Department of Taxation shows that, during tax year 2023, 1,905 Virginians took advantage of a new tax credit designed to help offset the cost of life-saving gun storage devices like gun safes, gun locks and more.
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