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Stalled boundary will bring needed rain
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. Great way to end the work week. We’ll see a mix of clouds and sunshine today, with cooler than normal temperatures. A stalled boundary to our south will gradually drift north. Clouds will increase tonight. Saturday will feature periods of rain and cooler than normal temperatures. By Sunday, conditions will warm and humidity will rise, with a isolated shower or storm. Our rain chances increase for much of next week, will daily chances for showers and storms. For a complete forecast, go to 29News.com. Have a great and safe weekend !
UVA performs new treatment for old problem
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The University of Virginia Medical Center has performed its first lymphatic venous bypass procedure. It’s a new approach to an old problem that has left many suffering with arm and leg swelling. Lymphedema Venous Bypass has been around for a decade, but it’s rare and...
UVA Baseball: A Way Too Early Potential 2025 Lineup Card
With the draft finished, high school players committed, and with fall workouts fast approaching, here is our theory of how the Hoos could lineup as the NCAA College Baseball season begins on February 25th. C. Jacob Ferrence–The Salisbury grad transfer was excellent behind the plate for the Hoos last season,...
Jon Henry General Store receives grant to help local farmers and community
NEW MARKET, Va. (WHSV) - The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumers Services announced an $85,000 grant for Jon Henry General Store. The grant is meant to help local farmers and to provide food pantries with fresh food. Over the next ten months, Jon Henry, owner of the store, will...
Varina-Enon bridge lane to close for six months
Drivers who take the Varina Enon Bridge on I-295 will have to navigate with a reduced number of lanes for the next six months. The right lane on the southbound side of the bridge will close on Monday, July 22 for bridge maintenance and will remain closed for about half a year, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Virginia General Assembly repeals VMSDEP language, veterans say it’s a ‘slight relief’
After months of debate and disagreement, the Virginia General Assembly has agreed to repeal recent changes to a program designed to help the children and spouses of qualified disabled military veterans attend college.
Virginia’s ‘largest agricultural field day’ Aug. 1
CHAMPLAIN — Virginia’s “largest agricultural field day” returns Aug. 1, offering agribusinesses, researchers and farmers the chance to connect with peers, build their businesses and explore the future of agriculture. The 2024 Virginia Agricultural EXPO will be hosted at Level Green Farms in Champlain from 7:30...
Lauren Fisher | Honoree for July 19th, 2024
Lauren Fisher was nominated by her friend, Tracy Hovis, who said “Lauren is a great nurse. She is very devoted and loves her job. She works at the VA with Our Veterans every day and is devoted to doing an awesome job helping them.” Lauren, thanks for all you’ve done for the community. As a way of saying thanks, you will receive a $100 gift card to Twin Peaks Restaurants.
Robert Ward appointed as Activation Capital’s interim president and chief executive officer
He most recently has served as Virginia’s chief transformation officer. The Virginia Biotechnology Research Park Authority Board has appointed Robert Ward as interim president and chief executive officer of Activation Capital, an innovation ecosystem development organization, effective today. Ward is a senior executive with over 25 years of experience...
Virginia Democrats welcome ‘IUD Express Tour’ in fight for contraceptive rights
A 20-foot IUD inflatable called "Freeda" made a trip to Richmond on Wednesday, July 17, as part of its "IUD Express Tour" traveling state-to-state with the organization Americans for Contraception. The campaign is designed to educate and engage the public on the importance of protecting the right to contraception.
Celebrate National Oyster Week This August (Don’t Wait for the “R” Months)
It’s time to give our favorite bivalve the credit it deserves!. National Oyster Week comes to us August 5-11, with oyster specials and events happening around Maryland, DC, Virginia, and beyond. Dozens of restaurants are offering shucking classes, specialty recipes, and discounted prices on all your favorite menu items to get everyone eating the Bay’s hardest worker.
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