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Man with heart condition calls applying for Social Security disability benefits a 'demoralizing' experience
Earl Barry is frustrated with what he said has been a "demoralizing" experience navigating the process of applying for disability through the Social Security Administration. Barry told Scripps News Richmond he has been going back and forth with the SSA on claims for more than a year. "It's been very...
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.
VCU 1st Baseman Chris McHugh is Transferring to NC State!
VCU 1st Baseman Chris McHugh is transferring to NC State!. McHugh just wrapped up his Freshman season for the Rams, batting .273, with 6 Home Runs, 33 RBI’s, 36 Runs, 22 BB’s, 5 Doubles and 4 Stolen Bases. He boasted an OBP of .390. McHugh started in 53 of the 55 games he played in.
Five Finds on Friday: Todd DeSorbo
Much has changed since Todd DeSorbo appeared in Five Finds on Friday in 2021. In just three years, the UVa Swimming & Diving Coach has quadrupled his national championships from one to four. He has been named Head Coach of the USA Olympic Women’s Swimming team. One of his swimmers has set a world record. And, he has had a beer created in his honor.
‘Act of God:’ Family of Virginia teen killed in Myrtle Beach hopeful for arrest
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Less than an hour before his life ended overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Jakolbi Taylor and several of his friends cut a brief TikTok video, dancing in sync and laughing. The 16-year-old scored 43 points for the Virginia Warriors during an AAU basketball tournament game earlier in the day — another […]
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.
Jersey Diners vs. Hartford Yard Goats 06.08.24
FOX Sports Radio New Jersey was representing the Somerset Patriots game where they took the field as the ‘Jersey Diners’. FOX Sports Radio NJ handed out great merchandise including WMTR T-Shirts that were exclusively won by spinning the Fox Sports wheel. FOX Sports Radio NJ was playing the...
Town of Orange under boil water advisory
ORANGE, Va. (WVIR) - The Town of Orange is advising residents to use boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking and cooking purposes as a safety precaution. This precaution is necessary because of a water main break on Thursday, July 25, at approximately 9:15 p.m. This break created a...
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.
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