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JMU School of Nursing ranked among Virginia’s best
RNCareers.org, a nursing education resource, has recognized JMU as the second-best nursing school in Virginia for its bachelor's in nursing program. “This accolade further cements the university’s reputation as a nationally recognized Nursing School of Distinction.”. — RNCareers.org. “This accolade further cements the university’s reputation as a nationally recognized...
Virginia convention delegation backs Harris; more …
From elsewhere: Amherst officials get look at high school construction. Spotted lanternflies are at their invasive peak. MECC Mountain Music School draws students beyond Virginia and Tennessee. The post Virginia convention delegation backs Harris; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Affordable Virginia asking US Rep. Jen Kiggans to defend the Affordable Care Act
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A Virginia advocacy organization is calling on a United States Representative to defend the Affordable Care Act, which transformed healthcare across the country. On Tuesday afternoon in Virginia Beach, Affordable Virginia asked Rep. Jen Kiggans to defend the Affordable Care Act. The act was passed...
‘Nobody knows and nobody could know right now’: Political analyst on Vice Presidemt Kamala Harris’ chances of winning Virginia
“The truth is nobody knows and nobody could know right now,” said Larry Sabato, Director of the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics, to 8News. “Any polls that come out now should be discarded, because we don’t know who the vice presidential candidate is and people haven’t had a chance to get to know Harris better.”
Tree destroys side of home in Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. — Tuesday night's quick-moving storms packed a punch. A tree slammed into the side of a home in the 6400 block on Pawnee Drive. The owner told us the tree was hit by lightning last Wednesday, so she was in the process of having it removed. Now...
Lynchburg Humane Society speaks about dogs rescued from “deplorable” conditions at Lynchburg home
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Lynchburg animal control found 15 dogs in “deplorable” and “appalling” conditions at a home on Shaffer Street. On July 22, their owner was charged in Lynchburg General District Court for five counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty and the dogs plus one parrot were handed over to the Lynchburg Humane Society.
Home2 Suites Hotel opens in Campbell County with a focus on veteran services
Lynchburg, Va. (WSET) — A new hotel is now open in Campbell County. Home2 Suites, located at 542 Simons Run, provides over 80 rooms with brand-new accommodations. There is also a saltwater pool and gym for guests to use. Brian Knopp, the regional director of sales, said he is...
Tomato Festival & Picnic at Yates Tavern coming up July 29 in Gretna
The Pittsylvania County Historical Society will hold the Tomato Festival & Picnic fundraiser on Monday, July 29, 6:30 p.m., at Yates Tavern on US 29 South just outside of Gretna. This will be a fun time at the beautifully restored tavern that hosts many interesting events during the year. Featured...
UVA Health opening allergy, immunology clinic in Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — UVA Health is bringing a new asthma, allergy and immunology clinic to the Lynchburg area. The clinic, which will be located inside UVA Health Nephrology, will begin seeing patients on August 14. Dr. Timothy Kyin, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, will offer testing and care...
Hurt appoints interim council member
The Town of Hurt council on Tuesday, July 16, unanimously appointed Wanda Dews as an interim council member to fill the vacancy left by former council member Kathy Keesee, following Keesee’s recent resignation. Dews will not be on November ballots for general election, but will function in the role...
Arm wrestling action unfolds at Fred’s Restaurant
Fred’s Restaurant was an exciting place to be Saturday afternoon, July 13, as arm wrestling competitors, both youths and adults, came to Franklin from different states in the region to showcase their strength. The event was known as the Wolfpack Armwrestling Tournament ’24, and this is the third year the tourney has been held at […] The post Arm wrestling action unfolds at Fred’s Restaurant appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
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