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Residents try to save Tangier Island amid rising sea levels
Rising waters due to climate change and erosion are diminishing the landmass of Tangier Island, Virginia, a tiny speck of land in the Chesapeake Bay, and threatening a centuries-old culture fostered by the island’s isolation. PBS News Student Reporting Labs’ Sabrina Tomei reports on how the community is trying to restore their land and preserve their history and traditions.
Governor Youngkin announces $8 million investment by UK electric vehicle manufacturer in Virginia
Richmond, Virginia – Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced a significant investment in Virginia’s automotive industry, with RBW Sports & Classics, a UK manufacturer of electric classic sports cars, selecting Danville as the site for its new manufacturing facility. This initiative, fueled by a $35 million state-funded project, is set to create 144 jobs and marks a major step in Virginia’s drive towards becoming a leader in the electric vehicle sector.
Girl with rare disorder dies at age 11: ‘Fought to the end’
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - A little girl from Roanoke, Virginia, who was recently placed in hospice care, has died, according to her family on Facebook. Meg Burrow, 11, had a “rare genetic condition called CTBP-1, where she is the 13th person in the world to be diagnosed with it,” the girl’s mother, Meredith Burrow, said in 2023.
Roanoke College Consumer Report shows a rise in consumer sentiment
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke College released its quarterly Virginia Consumer Spending Report which shows a rise in consumer sentiment over the last year. Since their last report in May of this year, consumer sentiment has gone up almost 4.5 points, which Dr. Alice Kassens, who heads the report, is optimistic about.
Mostly clear and calm tonight; Sunday brings in more chances for sunshine
Saturday evening looks great for anyone planning some evening plans. Outdoor dinner plans will be in good shape as we continue to see mostly clear skies and overnight lows in the upper 50s. Can’t rule out some river valley across the mountains but any instances will be extremely isolated tonight. Sunday church services will go […]
Upcoming events in the D.C, Maryland and Virginia area
Even though the summer season is winding down, the calendar of events for the Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area is quickly heating up. Offerings for the whole family are available, from home ownership workshops to music festivals. Now is the perfect time to get involved in the community...
Justice-owned coal companies negotiate over $500K owed in Virginia
TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) — Companies owned by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice (R-WV) continue to fight financial and legal battles. This time, it involves Tazewell County, Virginia. Tazewell County Treasurer David Larimer confirmed to Nexstar’s WVNS that coal companies owned by Governor Justice owe $572,692 in real estate, personal property, and mineral taxes. These fees […]
Virginia School District Latest to Ban Phones in Classrooms
(TNS) — School starts Monday, and so does a new rule: Students in Williamsburg-James City County Schools will have to have their phones turned off and put away while at school. The school board approved a policy change Tuesday that adjusted the division's ban on cell phone use at...
Va. blogger remembered for ‘positive impact’ site has had on state’s wine industry
Almost 20 years ago Paul Armstrong and Warren Richard decided to share their many thoughts on a subject they were already frequently exploring: wine. They created virginiawinetime.com and projected their perceptions and tasting notes onto the site that’s headlined by the simple, straightforward explanation of “Two Wine Enthusiasts Who Enjoy Virginia Wine.”
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