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Max Preps names Hidden Valley’s Caleigh Ponn the State of Virginia’s top volleyball player
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — Big honor for Hidden Valley senior volleyball player outside hitter and libero Caleigh Ponn. On Aug. 14, Max Preps named Ponn the best volleyball player in the State of Virginia. Last season, she helped the Titans win the VSHL Class 3 state volleyball title. She earned River Ridge District, Region […]
Virginia Teen, Heman Bekele, Named ‘TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year’
15-year-old Virginia student, Heman Bekele is officially 'TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year' after he developed a compound-based bar of soap designed to treat skin cancer. The post Fairfax, VA Teen Named ‘TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year’ appeared first on 93.9 WKYS. The post Virginia Teen, Heman Bekele, Named ‘TIME’s 2024 Kid of the Year’ appeared first on WOL-AM 1450 AM & 95.9 FM.
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...
Swimming advisories in place for Buckroe Beach South and Fort Monroe
HAMPTON, Va. — The Virginia Department of Health and the Hampton & Peninsula Health Districts issued a swimming advisory on Wednesday for two beaches in Hampton due to water quality issues. The advisories were for Buckroe Beach South and Fort Monroe, according to health officials. According to the VDH...
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 […]
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.
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