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Two dead, including 5-year-old, on Virginia highway after vehicle strikes tractor trailer
Two people are dead, including a 5-year-old girl, after a vehicle hydroplaned in heavy rain this morning on Route 501 in Campbell County. The vehicle allegedly crossed into the northbound lanes and struck a tractor trailer head on. The driver, Madilyn Ballard, 26, of Altavista, along with a 5-year-old female...
PLAN Danville seeks public input on this year's action plan
DANVILLLE, Va. (WSET) — Plan Danville is asking for your help on this year's annual action plan. The plan outlines local housing and community development needs to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and in turn they provide resources in the form of grants. Last year, the...
Danville Launches Tree Campaign with the Green Infrastructure Center to Promote a Greener Danville
The City of Danville will receive support from the Green Infrastructure Center (GIC) to support and expand tree cover in the city. Danville is one of the first cities selected to participate in the Virginia Department of Forestry’s (VADOF) Community Forest Revitalization Program funded by the USDA through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This project is provided to Danville at no cost to the city. The city will receive support for urban forest planning, management, and community tree planting.
Hearing held in contested Lynchburg GOP primary ahead of August trial
The two parties in a lawsuit challenging the results of a recent primary election sought access to records that they hope will help resolve the case. The post Hearing held in contested Lynchburg GOP primary ahead of August trial appeared first on Cardinal News.
Child custody dispute turns violent in Hillsborough, two charged
Hillsborough police arrested and charged two people involved in a custody dispute that turned violent Monday afternoon. Police responded to a call regarding a reported kidnapping on Cheshire Drive. Upon arrival, they discovered it was a child custody dispute that escalated to violence. There were no reported injuries, and the...
Duke’s Jimmy Romano drafted by Reds
Duke University right-hander Fran Oschell III and righty Jimmy Romano were selected on Tuesday as the MLB First-year Player Draft concluded in Arlington. Oschell was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the 12th round, while Romano was drafted in the 16th round by the Cincinnati Reds. Duke's total number...
Black Greek organizations, NC Howard alum stress importance of 2024 election: 'A serious matter'
With the growing potential of Vice President Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination for president, there are conversations happening across the globe on if a Black woman is capable of leading the United States."As a vice president, she has already led," said Aurellia Anderson Thompson, a Howard University alum. "We know she can lead at the highest office because she has the skills to do so."Thompson is thrilled that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from the same university she did. She proudly showed off her Bison merchandise from the shirt to the bracelet."So we have on the wonderful...
Duke Football Unveils Upgraded Locker Room (Video)
The Duke football program unveiled its renovated locker room in the Yoh Football Center on Monday. “The student-athlete experience here at Duke is one of the best nationally and these renovations only emphasize that,” Duke head coach Manny Diaz said. “The upgrades will give our current and future Blue Devils a player-friendly experience, while adding to their overall development while here at Duke. There are a lot of people to thank that made this project come to life, particularly Nina King and our Starting 11 group. They understand our goals for this program and have fully supported us in that journey. We’re excited about the future of Duke football.”
Stone Inks Free Agent Deal with Toronto Blue Jays
DURHAM, N.C. – Duke baseball senior catcher Alex Stone signed a free agent deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, following the 2024 MLB Draft. The two-time ACC Champion closed the 2024 campaign with a .312 batting average in 247 plate appearances. He scored 45 runs, collected 77 hits, 32 for extra bases, and drove in 59 RBI on the year. Stone posted a .547 slugging percentage in 60 games played, crushing 13 home runs and 19 doubles on the year.
Henrico native featured on ’16 And Pregnant’ dies at 27
A Henrico native who appeared on the MTV Show 16 and Pregnant in 2014 has died, multiple entertainment websites reported Monday. Autumn Oxley Crittendon died July 20 at her home in Henrico at the age of 27, following reports of a medical emergency for which Henrico Fire and EMS officials had been called. Crittendon was found unresponsive, and officials were not able to revive her.
‘Shocked’: Mebane community mourns loss of retired firefighter after accident outside home
MEBANE, N.C. (WGHP) — The Mebane community is mourning the loss of a retired firefighter who was killed in an accident outside his home. “The city has lost something big,” said Captain Troy Shaw, who worked with John Schultz for more than 20 years. Schultz served the Mebane community for decades as a firefighter and […]
Suspensions rose during 2022-23 in Henrico Schools, with Black students disproportionately suspended
Data shows that nearly half of the student body at one Henrico middle school was suspended at least once during the 2022-23 school year. More than a decade after a national study found that Henrico Schools had the highest disparity nationally between the suspension rates of Black and white students, recent data shows that significant racial disparities continue to exist within the school system when it comes to school discipline and punishment.
NC Central MBB to play in CBS Sports HBCU Showcase
DURHAM, N.C. – CBS Sports announced the creation of the CBS Sports Classic: HBCU Showcase with the North Carolina Central University men’s basketball team playing the first game of a rivalry doubleheader broadcasting nationally on CBS and streaming live on Paramount+. The Eagles are set to play North...
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