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Robert Ward appointed as Activation Capital’s interim president and chief executive officer
He most recently has served as Virginia’s chief transformation officer. The Virginia Biotechnology Research Park Authority Board has appointed Robert Ward as interim president and chief executive officer of Activation Capital, an innovation ecosystem development organization, effective today. Ward is a senior executive with over 25 years of experience...
Virginia Democrats welcome ‘IUD Express Tour’ in fight for contraceptive rights
A 20-foot IUD inflatable called "Freeda" made a trip to Richmond on Wednesday, July 17, as part of its "IUD Express Tour" traveling state-to-state with the organization Americans for Contraception. The campaign is designed to educate and engage the public on the importance of protecting the right to contraception.
Celebrate National Oyster Week This August (Don’t Wait for the “R” Months)
It’s time to give our favorite bivalve the credit it deserves!. National Oyster Week comes to us August 5-11, with oyster specials and events happening around Maryland, DC, Virginia, and beyond. Dozens of restaurants are offering shucking classes, specialty recipes, and discounted prices on all your favorite menu items to get everyone eating the Bay’s hardest worker.
Man dies at hospital following Albemarle County crash
ALBEMARLE COUNTY — Authorities said a man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday night in Albemarle County. At approximately 6:40 p.m., the Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue responded to a crash involving an SUV and sedan in the area of Seminole Trail and Hill Top View Lane, a press release said. ...
Tonsler Rec closing early for meeting
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- One of Charlottesville’s recreational centers is closing early Thursday. The Charlottesville Department of Parks and Recreation says Tonsler Rec will close at 4 p.m. due to a Park Master Plan meeting. The center will be reopening at 6 p.m. for the public input session...
Drought warning advisory expands to 60 counties, cities in Virginia
The drought warning advisory in Virginia has been expanded to include 60 counties and cities, with 15 counties and cities no longer under a drought watch advisory, according to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Tim Heaphy writes book on Unite the Right, January 6
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Tim Heaphy, lead investigator for the House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack and Charlottesville’s Unite the Right, former University of Virginia counsel and previous United States attorney for the Western District of Virginia, will soon have a new title: published author. Harbinger:...
Federal Grant Awarded for Carver Center Nutrition Program in Culpeper
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission (RRRC) received $92,084 in federal funding to implement a nutrition program at the Carver Center in Culpeper County. The program is designed to increase local foods in school meals and improve nutrition security for local children. The program will use the Carver Food Enterprise Center’s commercial kitchen for the monthly delivery of food to students. The effort will connect local farmers with school cafeterias, providing fresh, nutritious food.
The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Possible record stormy stretch of weather unfolding in South
Start your day with the latest weather news. A cold front that marched across the country this week is stalling and has become the focus of a prolonged period of wet weather in the southern U.S.
VHSL holding two-day meetings going into the school year with public invited to Day 1
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Virginia High School League staff will conduct two-day area meetings throughout the state beginning July 22 and continuing until August 28 to review all aspects of the League’s athletic and non-athletic programs before the school year begins. The VHSL is extending an exclusive invitation to the public to attend the Day 1 meeting in their area, allowing attendees to ask questions, provide input, or share any concerns they might want to share with the VHSL staff. Executive Director Billy Haun, Assistant Director for Compliance Ty Gafford, and other VHSL Assistant Directors will lead the meetings. The public is invited to interact one-on-one with VHSL staff.
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