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Wyoming’s Above-Average Alcohol Consumption May Be Increasing the State’s DUI Deaths
An analysis looking at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals that eight of the ten states with the highest fatal DUI rates also report some of the highest alcohol consumption levels nationwide. The study looks at the number of deadly crashes involving drivers under the influence of...
Thousands of Virginians compete in 35th annual Commonwealth Games
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - This weekend, 5,000 athletes and over 15,000 spectators from across Virginia were at Liberty University for the largest multi-sport festival in the state. “We are basically Virginia’s Olympics. There’s just about something for everybody,” said Charity Waldron, the Director of Operations and Media Relations for Virginia...
CDC: Deli meat could be cause for Listeria outbreak that infected 28 people, including two Virginians
Deli meat is being investigated as a possible cause for a Listeria outbreak in the U.S. that infected 28 people, including two Virginians, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
WRIC NOW: Matt DiNardo and Jacqueline Waters discuss the science behind new Twisters film
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — StormTracker8 Meteorologists Matt DiNardo and Jacqueline Waters met in the WRIC NOW livestreaming studio for a new Weather University discussion about the real science behind the new “Twisters” film. DiNardo and Waters were able to lend their knowledge towards a spoiler-free analysis of...
Lake Anna writing retreat helps Ph.D. social work students build their dissertations – and friendships
VCU alum Keita Franklin is paying it forward to the next generation with her creative donation. As any doctoral student learns, writing a dissertation takes time and occasional blood, sweat and tears. For Ph.D. students in Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Social Work, a week of fun, sun – and focus – at the lake helps ease the burden and cement lasting bonds.
A 60-day sprint to fall
For many Richmond students, faculty, and staff, “crunch time” peaks in April as final projects and exams loom large on their minds. But for the Facilities staff, it’s the week after Commencement when their workload truly hits a fever pitch. “When it gets quieter on campus during...
Country music event coming to Hanover
Hanover, Va. (WWBT) - Country music lovers have an opportunity to enjoy the music in Hanover on Saturday. Presented by K95, the Hanover Vegetable Farm is hosting the Country Music Festival on July 27. It begins at 12:30 p.m. Artists that will be at the event include:. Gates will open...
Hopewell Youth Baseball All-Star Recap: Plenty of Positives, Along with Heartbreaking Moments
One of the best things about playing sports is the life lessons that it can and ultimately will provide. While every player wants to do well and win, as we all know, that doesn’t happen all the time. Winning is something that should be appreciated and not taken for...
Demonstrators pressure police for more on Nassau Street death
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Dozens of people demonstrated in front of the Charlottesville Police Department Sunday afternoon, hoping for more information on the death of Edward Anderson on July 6. “Continue to fight for my baby. I miss him so much, and I just don’t know what to do right...
Body recovered in Falling Creek Ironworks Park
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - Chesterfield Emergency crews recovered a body near Marina Drive on Sunday, July 21. Chesterfield County Police were attempting to locate 45-year-old Julio Sales Perez, who had been reported missing that same day. Officers learned he was last seen swimming around Falling Creek IronWorks Park. Chesterfield Fire,...
Shore Major Boys suffer first loss of All-Star Tournament
The Shore Little League Major boys suffered their first defeat of the Virginia State Tournament in Louisa on Saturday, falling to Spotsylvania County 3-1. Wyatt Johnson got the nod on the mound for Shore, pitching a gutsy 2 innings before being relieved by Aiden Lewis. Johnson, Lewis and Chase Brady combined to scatter only 3 hits and 1 walk in yet another outstanding pitching performance by the Shore pitching staff.
Peace in Da Paint offers a sunny outlook on the power of community
Overcast skies and intermittent drizzle could not overshadow the 12th annual Peace in Da Paint basketball event hosted by co-founders Kentrale Armani Washington and Kisha Turner of Fredericksburg. Peace in Da Paint is an annual event organized to teach local youth about gun violence through basketball and community togetherness. The...
Youngkin appoints Harrisonburg man to Virginia Board of Forestry
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced his weekly appointments to key administration and boards. One of his appointments is Michael Harold of Harrisonburg, who was appointed to the Virginia Board of Forestry. Harold is the Director of Procurement at Speyside Bourbon Cooperage. Also, Bo Wilson of...
Pig hearts and kidneys: Barns may be future of organ transplantation
A research farm in the mountains of Virginia is raising what’s becoming the future of medicine. Thousands of Americans each year die waiting for an organ transplant, and many experts acknowledge there never will be enough human donors to meet the need. So researchers are trying to use organs...
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