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To Transform Trash Into Treasure, a Modern Tech Company Turns to an Ancient Recipe
In 2022, RISE, the Norfolk-based nonprofit that creates challenges seeking innovative solutions to the climate crisis, issued a call for new approaches to dealing with mud, the spoils of dredging. Virginia’s Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission and the Eastern Shore had $20 million in ready projects, the challenge noted, which...
Youngkin donates salary to The Farm Ministry, Rockingham County Fair Association
Two Rockingham County-based nonprofits are each getting $21,875 from Gov. Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne Youngkin. The Farm Ministry, located in Dayton, and the Rockingham County Fair Association, which just wrapped up its week-long annual county fair, are the recipients of Youngkin’s salary for the first quarter of the fiscal year.
Harrisonburg Fire reminds drivers how to stay safe in school zones
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County Public Schools are heading back to the classroom on August 20th. Leslie Pullen with the Harrisonburg Fire Department wants to remind early morning drivers the rules for when school buses stop. “If there is no median, whether you’re going...
Augusta Health offers new diabetes prevention course for prediabetics
FISHERSVILLE, Va. (WHSV) - Augusta Health hopes to help people at a higher risk of diabetes find the lifestyle changes needed to avoid the chronic disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 11.6% of the U.S. population reported having diabetes in 2021. Diabetes is a chronic condition that never goes away when someone develops it. Different forms of diabetes can be contracted in different ways, but Type II diabetes has risk factors associated with lifestyle choices that can be adjusted.
Bill changing West Virginia school absence policy takes effect
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) — West Virginia Senate Bill 568 has taken effect, updating school attendance policies throughout the state. Regarding absentees, each student is allowed 10 unexcused absences. If he or she is out sick and have a doctor’s note, the note must be turned in within three days of receiving it. West Virginia House […]
DC councilmember Trayon White arrested by FBI, chairman confirms
WASHINGTON - D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson has confirmed that Councilmember Trayon White was arrested by agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigations Sunday afternoon. Mendelson told FOX 5 that he did not know that White was even being investigated and is still waiting to learn more about the charges...
74-year-old man dies after assault in Fells Point, according to police
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Fox45 obtained video capturing the assault of 74-year-old David Philpot near the corner of Eastern Ave and Ann in Fells Point. Philpot died early Sunday morning after being taken to the hospital, according to his family. Baltimore Police say on August 17 around 2:45 p.m., a...
A local doctor turns himself in after employees allegedly find a hidden camera in the bathroom and Oglebay celebrates $12 million renovations: Here’s this week’s top stories
(WTRF) – A local doctor turns himself in after employees allegedly find a hidden camera in the bathroom, a man faces multiple felonies after leading police on a chase through 2 states and Oglebay celebrates $12 million renovations. 7News Anchor Annalise Murphy looks back at the week’s top stories. West Virginia Doctor turns […]
Maryland State Police say Virginia State Police supervisors authorized Amber Alert pursuit that ended in MD crash
VIRGINIA BEACH. VA (AP/CVILLE RIGHT NOW) —Maryland State Police have clarified because Virginia State Police were pursuing a vehicle in Virginia with a felony abduction suspect, Virginia State Police supervision authorized the pursuit continue across the Maryland state line. Maryland State Police Maj. Adam Stachurski said they are the lead investigative agency in the crash that ended the pursuit on I-495 at Branch Avenue in Prince George’s County, MD. He said they received a call for assistance from Virginia State Police and arrived about two minutes after the crash. Stuchurski said while one of the children was transported via helicopter to Children’s Medical Center in DC where he died a short time later, 36-year old Dana Plummer, who allegedly kidnapped the children from a Virginia Beach home, and the two other children were in stable condition at area hospitals.
Food critic Keith Lee’s next stops are D.C., Maryland and Virginia
Keith Lee is coming to the DMV.Why it matters: The food critic and TikTok star has the power to dramatically change a restaurant's future with just one review — a phenomenon that's become known as the "Keith Lee Effect."Lee's 2023 critiques of Atlanta's restaurants, for instance, caused a firestorm in that city's food scene.The big picture: Lee announced early Monday morning on TikTok that "very soon, we gon be in the DMV."And he wants recommendations for family-owned places that have "great food and great customer service but could use some marketing, for absolutely free to them."Zoom in: To those who aren't...
Two pedestrians killed in Weyers Cave
WEYERS CAVE, VA: (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Two people were killed Saturday evening, when they were struck by a van, while leaving a concert at Valley Pike Farm Market in Weyers Cave. The incident occurred at 9:13 p.m. shortly after the end of the concert. Virginia State Police say the victims were struck by a van, heading northbound on Route 11 (Lee Highway) near the interchange with Fadley Road. First responders administered first aid on arrival, but both were pronounced dead at the scene. The accident remains under investigation.
Habitat for Humanity celebrates National Thrift Store Day
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - The Central Valley Habitat for Humanity celebrated National Thrift Store Day on Aug. 17, by giving customers a discount and encouraging people to join their reward program at their ReStore. The ReStore is a multifunctional building for HFH. It gives people a chance to find furniture...
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