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Area leaders say worldwide tech outage is creating only minor issues locally
A glitch that caused a worldwide technology outage is being treated more as a nuisance than a cyberattack, according to the company from where the issues arose. Locally and across Virginia, the impact of that outage appears to be minimal. Gov. Glenn Youngkin said an initial assessment found “critical health and safety systems...
Some convictions overturned in terrorism case against Muslim scholar from Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A judge has overturned a conviction carrying a life sentence for an Islamic scholar from Virginia who was found guilty of soliciting treason after the Sept. 11 attacks for encouraging followers to fight against the U.S. in Afghanistan. The ruling issued Thursday from U.S. District...
Elected officials push for free tax filing in Virginia
Members of the state’s congressional delegation want a new pilot program allowing people to file their federal taxes for free to come to Virginia. And, as Brad Kutner found out, officials in Richmond want it, too.
Faculty, Staff, and Volunteers Honored by Virginia Cooperative Extension
Virginia Cooperative Extension is honoring its standout faculty, staff, and volunteers who delivered stellar educational programs in 2023. Covering a wide range of areas – from agriculture and natural resources to 4-H youth development, Family and Consumer Sciences, and the Family Nutrition Program – Virginia Cooperative Extension Program Excellence Awards celebrate incredible contributions from across the […]
Tiger brings back national title
It started off as a hobby for Logan Cohn. The Hampden-Sydney College rising senior picked up weightlifting during his senior year in high school. Now he’ll be coming back to campus this fall as a national champion. Cohn won in the U23 super heavyweight division for National Olympic Weightlifting. “It hasn’t really sunk in yet,” […] The post Tiger brings back national title appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Chaniece Winfield Explains the Importance of Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment
Addiction and trauma often go hand in hand. Many individuals struggling with substance use disorders have experienced significant trauma in their lives, which can deeply impact their mental health and behavior. Chaniece Winfield, a respected expert in the field with over 16 years of experience providing substance use disorder (SUD), mental health, and play therapy services to individuals and families across the lifespan, emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care in addiction treatment. This approach acknowledges the presence of trauma in individuals’ lives and seeks to create a treatment environment that is sensitive and responsive to their experiences. Chaniece Winfield of Virginia believes that trauma-informed care is crucial in addiction treatment, as it can significantly improve outcomes for individuals with a history of trauma.
Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’
Earlier, he called Staunton's newspaper "podunk" and said it was "ridonkulous" to drive to Abingdon for a campaign forum. The post Senate candidate Cao says that anything south of Loudoun and Fairfax is ‘Southern Virginia’ appeared first on Cardinal News.
Lawsuits challenging year-old model policies in full swing
(The Center Square) — One year after the Virginia Department of Education rolled out new model policies for the treatment of transgender students, the ACLU has undertaken several lawsuits on behalf of students identifying as transgender, saying the policies violate state and federal law. One lawsuit was dismissed Monday, and the other two will be heard on Aug. 6 and 20, one in federal court and the other in state circuit court. ...
Recount will decide if conservative US Rep. Bob Good loses primary to Trump-backed challenger
GOOCHLAND, Va. (AP) — A recount of the votes cast in the Republican primary in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District will be held on July 31 to decide whether a challenger backed by former President Donald Trump will hold onto his narrow victory over U.S. Rep. Bob Good, one of the most conservative members of Congress.
Lockn’ Festival – August 25-28, 2016 – Oak Ridge Farm (Arrington, VA)
Lockn’ Festival is back again on August 25th – 28th with a unique and diverse lineup. In the past the festival hosted iconic artists such as Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Willie Nelson and Wilco to name a few. At this year’s festival Phish, Ween, My Morning Jacket, Brandi Carlile, Gary Clark Jr. and White Denim are some of the many incredible acts set to perform. The festival, known for its creativity, will feature an array of unprecedented performances, one of which is Circles Around the Sun, a new band led by guitarist Neal Casal (Ryan Adams & The Cardinals, Chris Robinson Brotherhood). This will be the band’s first ever live show.
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