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New Jersey, Virginia Pair Tried to Illegal Export Aviation Tech to United Arab Emirates
NEWARK, NJ—Two individuals were apprehended on Tuesday morning for their alleged involvement in illegally exporting an aviation device to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced…
Groups celebrate full year of Pell Grant eligibility for prisoners to earn college degrees
This story was reported and written by our media partner the Virginia Mercury. Darryl Byers-Robinson choked up as he stood before a crowd of about 30 at Virginia’s Department of Corrections headquarters in Richmond on Monday with various advocacy groups and members of Virginia’s DOC. The groups had...
In May, Virginia Sportsbooks stunned the public with $60 million in revenue
For May 2024, the Virginia Lottery reported nearly $60 million in gross sports betting revenue. Sportsbook operators had an 11.9% hold on the market. Additionally, revenue was up 24.6% compared to May 2023. That was slightly less than the 25.2% increase in the handle to $505.6 million. Their $60 million in gross sports betting revenue was the fifth-highest total in 41 months of legal wagering in Virginia. Six of the eight highest monthly revenue totals have come in the last nine months. Sportsbooks in Virginia have attained a double-digit hold 21 times, it’s happened 12 times in the last 15 months.
Large-scale computing facilities spurring growth in electricity demand
New information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration has found that growth in commercial demand for electricity is concentrated in a handful of states seeing rapid development of large-scale computing facilities like data centers. Electricity ... Read More » The post Large-scale computing facilities spurring growth in electricity demand appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Executive order aims to improve maternal health in Virginia
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum can lead to devastating health outcomes for mothers, including hundreds of deaths every year. It's the reason behind Governor Glenn Youngkin's latest move to improve support for moms, babies, and families across Virginia. On June 26, Youngkin issued Executive Order...
Senate candidate Hung Cao slams ‘hit jobs’ on his military record
Hung Cao, a decorated Navy combat veteran and Republican nominee for the Senate in Virginia, called recent reporting that raised questions about his military service injuries “disgusting.” “They are saying that any disabled veteran in America that does not have a Purple Heart is faking it. This is the most disgusting thing I’ve ever heard […]
GOP Rep. Victoria Spartz charged with weapons violation at Dulles Airport
Rep. Victoria Spartz, R-Ind., has been charged with weapons violation at Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia, a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority confirmed to NBC News on Monday. The spokesperson, who said Spartz was charged Friday, cited a section of Virginia law tied to the dangerous use...
Police Officer Will West Joins Crewe’s Finest
CREWE —The Town of Crewe Police Department has welcomed its newest officer, Will West, Jr. Crewe Police Chief James (Phil) Morgan made the announcement late last week. Officer West, 21, recently completed training as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer at the Central Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy in Lynchburg, said Chief Morgan.
Danville City Council Approves 360 Unit Housing Project, Salary Increase for Mayor and City Council Members
On Tuesday night, Danville City Council approved a large new housing project for the city. Blackstone Building Group LLC was approved for a special use permit for a planned unit development that could have as many as 360 two and three story townhomes. The development will be located on nine...
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