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Virginia Department of Corrections unveils new inmate literacy program to reduce recidivism
The program, which will be self-paced and taught by certified inmate tutors, will allow inmates to learn to read with the goal of transitioning into a GED program. Recent data shows those who are released from VADOC custody with a GED re-offend 16.9% of the time, compared to 18.2% for the rest of the prison population.
Virginia DMV launches new motorcycle safety campaign
A new Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles advertising campaign is seeking to encourage motorcycle riders to take advantage of safety training courses offered through the Virginia Rider Training Program. The program offers comprehensive courses for riders at all levels, improving essential riding techniques and safety skills in a controlled environment....
Virginia’s open records laws: Room for improvement in key areas, says expert
(The Center Square) — The Freedom of Information Act exists to promote governmental transparency, although it doesn’t always accomplish that end, according to the Executive Director of the Virginia Coalition for Open Government, Megan Rhyne. And though Virginia’s not unique in that regard, it’s difficult to compare states’ open records laws because they can differ by many variables, according to Rhyne. “The big picture is that Virginia’s law is not...
Va. delegate explains nomination process ahead of Democratic National Convention
WOODBRIDGE, Va. (7News) — The Democratic National Convention (DNC) begins exactly one week from Monday, less than a month after President Joe Biden ended his re-election campaign. The chaos at the top of the ticket was quickly resolved when Vice President Kamala Harris secured enough votes from convention delegates...
After deadly listeria outbreak reaches Hampton Roads, ODU scientist says bacteria is hard to kill
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — When a professor of biological science at Old Dominion University heard that Boar’s Head, a Jarratt, Virginia company famous for its deli meats, was the source of a listeria outbreak, he wasn’t surprised. “With deli meat, it’s a huge problem,” Rishi Drolia said...
Town of Bedford to have emergency outage to repair damaged substation equipment Wednesday
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – The Town of Bedford announced that at approximately 7:00 a.m. Wednesday morning the Bedford Electric Department will have an emergency outage to repair damaged substation equipment. We’re told this scheduled outage will affect the Elks Home to Nichols Road, Ashland Avenue and Ashland Circle, Panorama...
Finishing touches being made to Lane Stadium renovations
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Nearly three weeks ahead of the first home game, crews working on Virginia Tech’s Lane Stadium have finished an 18-month-long renovation to the main entrance. All last season, the home of the Virginia Tech football team was under construction to update the Hokie Stone at...
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 8/14 to 8/21.
We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. Want to know when the next City Council meeting takes place? Curious about what there’s to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.
Farmers react to Debby damaging local tobacco crop on the Southside
Saxe, VA (WSET) — This is the sound Zach Clowdis likes to hear when picking his crop... The sound of popping from leaves being picked off the stalks. The sound of his stalks snapping. "It was an awesome crop, until about three days ago," said Clowdis. Clowdis is a...
New workspace concept launched in Uptown Martinsville
The City of Martinsville held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday for a new workspace concept at Fayette Street Lofts. Located on the ground floor of the recently completed Fayette Street Lofts Building, a new concept in ample and affordable workspaces was introduced to Uptown Martinsville. Geared to small businesses,...
City planners clear way for warehouse project
(Danville) — The Danville Planning Commission wants to clear the way for a developer to turn another former tobacco district warehouse into housing. A company called 400 Bridge, LLC is asking for a Special Use Permit for a waiver of density restrictions at 400 Bridge Street. That’s a three-story brick structure with zero setbacks...
Patchy fog early this morning, warm weather and humidity return for the rest of the week
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Early morning fog is most of what we expect for Wednesday with only a stray shower or two possible late in the day. Temperatures will warm to the mid-80s with sunshine staying with us all day long. The high pressure over the northeast won't let go so easily, with only a few passing clouds for most of the day.
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