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Two local volunteer fire department receive grants from Columbia Gas of Virginia
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Two local volunteer fire departments were part of the 30 listed in the Commonwealth of Virginia to receive a grant by Columbia Gas of Virginia. Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department, Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department and several others from different areas of Virginia received grants that averaged out to around $1,500 each. “We […]
Rep. Bobby Scott marks Social Security Act anniversary, advocates for enhancements
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Rep. Bobby Scott recently visited the Hampton Senior Center to celebrate the 89th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act into law. Scott co-sponsored the Social Security 2100 Act, which would strengthen Social Security by making sure the wealthy pay...
Broadway group ‘Sew Much Fun’ finds friendship and service in crafting
BROADWAY, Va. (WHSV) - Once a week, a group of women meets at Bethel Church of the Brethren Mayland in Broadway. Although it is not your typical therapy session, the ladies said crafting for them is truly healing. Each Tuesday night, the nine women of “Sew Much Fun” said they unite in fellowship.
Ranking JMU Football’s 2024 Opponents By Difficulty
In less than two weeks, JMU football’s 2024 season begins. The Dukes visit Charlotte on Aug. 31 to kick off the 2024 campaign, which is Bob Chesney’s first leading the program. The Dukes enter 2024 with significant roster turnover, but they’re still expected to contend for the Sun...
Leesburg, Warrenton airports to receive a combined $1.2M in federal funds
Over $1.2 million in federal funds are heading to Leesburg Executive Airport and Warrenton-Fauquier Airport for upgrades. The Airport Improvement Program is delivering $440,893 for Leesburg Airport and $365,573 for Warrenton-Fauquier Airport for upkeep and repairs of key infrastructure, according to a news release from U.S. Rep. Jennifer Wexton's office.
Residents raise concerns over proposed Hoadly Square housing development in Woodbridge
Prince William County residents didn’t hold back in voicing concerns over the proposed Hoadly Square housing development during a community discussion led by Occoquan District Supervisor Kenny Boddye last week. Boddye held the open-house event at the Development Services Building in Woodbridge, drawing dozens of residents to learn more...
Chase City man wins $250,000 in Virginia Lottery’s Print ‘n Play Bingo Multiplier game
Chase City, Virginia – Bruce McCluster of Chase City, Virginia, recently experienced an extraordinary run of luck, turning a series of small wins into a life-changing prize. It all started when his wife gifted him some Virginia Lottery tickets, and his initial win of $46 set off a chain of fortunate events. After redeeming those winnings for more tickets, McCluster won $490. But the biggest surprise came when he redeemed those tickets again and ended up winning the top prize of $250,000.
Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi to Open in September at Salamander Hotel in DC
The James Beard Award–winning chef treated those gathered for the Family Reunion in Middleburg to a taste of his new Afro-Caribbean dishes. Guests watched in anticipation as a platter of curried branzino sailed to long rustic tables inside Salamander Resort’s tented patio. They gathered in Middleburg for the fourth annual Family Reunion, an event where culinary luminaries and fans meet for food and fellowship.
Paws and purr-fection: Find your furry soulmate at Clear the Shelters Event in Fairfax Co.
FAIRFAX, Va. — Get ready to fall head over paws, because the Fairfax County Animal Shelter is hosting the most heart-melting event of the summer!. If you've been dreaming of adding a furry (or scaly) friend to your life, then mark your calendars for Aug. 23-25, because this weekend, the shelter is rolling out the red carpet for its cutest residents with a “Clear the Shelters” fee-waived adoption event.
Far from home: MCPS community welcomes Filipino special education teachers
Tucked into a downtown Silver Spring apartment on a Friday afternoon, a group of 10 teachers talked excitedly about the experience of traveling more than 8,500 miles from home in the Philippines to Montgomery County. The group is part of a 42-member cultural exchange cohort that was recently welcomed by...
DC councilman arrested in alleged $156,000 bribery scheme to push violence prevention contracts for kickbacks
Washington, DC, Councilman Trayon White allegedly engaged in a bribery scheme to use his elected position to keep government contracts flowing to two companies, federal prosecutors say, accepting envelopes with thousands of dollars in cash and lucrative kickbacks.
Habitat for Humanity Prince William: 100 Days of Thanksgiving
Habitat for Humanity Prince William is excited to announce the launch of its 30th Anniversary Campaign, 100 Days of Thanksgiving, to celebrate and raise funds for an ambitious round of projects serving low-income families in the Greater Prince William region. The campaign seeks to raise $100,000 in the one hundred days leading up to Thanksgiving.
Drowning Incident Near Captain John’s: 72-Year-Old Man Found Dead
NEWBURG, Md. – On the night of August 18, 2024, emergency responders were called to the scene of a possible drowning near Captain John’s Crab House, located at 16215 Cobb Island Road. The call came in at approximately 9:11 p.m., indicating that a 72-year-old man, who had been...
Virginia State Police investigating deadly pedestrian crash on Eastern Shore
ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va. — Virginia State Police are investigating a deadly pedestrian crash on the Eastern Shore. State police responded to a call to investigate a deadly crash at Route 13 around 9:56 p.m. According to police, a preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of a 2004 Toyota Prius...
Virginia abandoned mine land receives federal boost
(The Center Square) — Old coal mining sites in Southwest Virginia are being repurposed into places of business, outdoor recreation, entertainment, and greener forms of energy production thanks to $10 million in recently awarded federal grants. Since 2017, various development projects in Southwest Virginia have received federal funding through the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Program. The program contributes to projects involving mine land that was active before 1977 in...
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