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Food Lion invests $365M to remodel stores in North Carolina, Virginia
Fueled by a $365 million capital investment, Food Lion is ready to unveil remodeled stores in the greater Raleigh-Durham, N.C., area and in Mecklenburg County, Va., the company announced. The Salisbury, N.C.-based grocery retailer will hold ribbon-cutting events at 167 stores on Aug. 21. The upgraded stores include a new,...
Thousands of central Va. students start classes without a licensed teacher
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - School is in session across central Virginia, but some classes are starting the new year without a licensed teacher. “I’m not shocked, but I’m disheartened that we don’t have the right conditions in the classrooms to encourage people to come into teaching and stay in teaching,” Virginia Education Association President Carol Bauer said.
Poll highlights partisan differences of commonwealth voters
(The Center Square) — A Roanoke College poll was released Tuesday, revealing insights into the commonwealth's political makeup and the wide gulf between Democratic and Republican popular opinion. “One big takeaway continues to be the chasm between the views of Democrats and Republicans,” said Harry Wilson, senior political analyst for the institute and professor emeritus of political science at the college. “None of it is new, but it is remarkable that partisans interpret everything through different lenses.” ...
Biden passing the torch to Harris was 'enormously powerful decision,' Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine says
Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine spoke with Scripps News Tuesday about his state's role in the upcoming election and what he thinks about the Democratic Party's coalescing around Vice President Kamala Harris.
Disc Golf World Championship debuts in Virginia
BEDFORD, Va. – The Disc Golf World Championship is making its debut in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with Bedford County and Lynchburg hosting the prestigious event for the first time. The championship is set to kick off on Wednesday, bringing the top disc golfers to the area. Nate Heinold,...
Virginia data centers consume too much water, and things will only get worse with AI
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. A thirsty potato: According to private records obtained by the Financial Times through freedom of information requests, data center facilities in Virginia have experienced a significant increase in water consumption in recent years. The rise of generative AI could exacerbate this issue, potentially contributing to an environmental disaster in the making.
Virginia Pals Save Flowers From the Landfill, Redeploying Them to Bring Joy
A pair of Virginians who found themselves habitually dismayed by the amount of floral waste they saw over a series of weddings and funerals decided to launch a small nonprofit to reuse them. Friendly City Florals delivers flowers to hospice care homes, hospitals, and other events like funerals and weddings...
Glenn Youngkin’s approval soars, sixth-most popular governor in US
Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s (R-VA) approval has jumped to its highest yet, making the popular chief executive even more critical to former President Donald Trump’s bid to break the Democratic grip on the commonwealth. In a new Institute for Policy and Opinion Research at Roanoke College survey of Virginia likely voters, Youngkin’s popularity surged to 59%. […]
Gear Up SWV helping out in Mercer County Schools
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — Gear Up Southern West Virginia was all over Mercer County the week of Wednesday, August 21, 2024. They were giving out school supplies in preparation for the new school year. Gear Up Southern West Virginia’s main goal as a program is to make sure that the students of southern West Virginia […]
Dr. Peterson emphasizes connection and encouragement on his first day as Bluefield University President
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) — The tenth President of Bluefield University, Dr. Steven Peterson, was welcomed to campus as his tenure began on Monday, August 19, 2024. In celebration of Dr. Peterson’s new start as President and to build connections with members of faculty and staff, a breakfast for the employees took place in Shott Hall’s […]
These are the winners of prizes given out with the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — On Wednesday, we gave out the prizes accompanying the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. For a recap, the tickets for the 2024 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway sold out in record-breaking time -- just over two days. But the house wasn't the only prize being given away. A brand-new 2024 Ford Maverick, courtesy of Your Southern Virginia Ford Dealers, could go to anyone who reserved a ticket. You could win a $10,000 Visa gift card, courtesy of Bank of the James, and a second $10,000 Visa gift card, courtesy of Dream Day Foundation.
County Sunrise reopens for business
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — Wednesday was an exciting day for the folks at County Sunrise as they reopened after a nearly three-month hiatus. The beloved breakfast and brunch spot shut down after a devastating tragedy hit a member of their staff. To prevent employees from losing income, they were absorbed into sister restaurant County Smoak, which expanded from five days a week to seven.
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