Short Pump
LATEST NEWS
WRIC NOW: Matt DiNardo and Jacqueline Waters discuss the science behind new Twisters film
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.
One school may be doing the best, but there's still a long way to go for elite receiver Davion Brown
Richmond (Va.) Trinity Episcopal School Top 100 receiver Davion Brown is a tremendous talent from the class of 2026. The 6-3, 185-pounder is listed by 247Sports as the No. 28 overall player in the country, No. 5 receiver nationally, and No. 1 prospect in Virginia. On the recruiting front, Brown...
End of animal testing? Virginia Tech researchers work to improve drug testing
Researchers for decades have been able to improve the quality of human life with drug treatments.But to get those drugs tested requires a long series of tests, government approvals, and certifications
Richmond company plans to build medical treatment center in downtown Petersburg
PETERSBURG – City Council got its first look last week at what could be a major investment in the look and economy of downtown Petersburg, and apparently, councilors liked what they saw. A Richmond-based medical corporation wants to build a kidney and vascular treatment center on a vacant lot across West Washington Street...
Will you attend Petersburg's job fair? Plus, free movie & more at the library: THE DIGEST.
Have an event or announcement you would like featured in THE DIGEST? It’s welcome! Please send an email to apitchon@gannett.com. Time sensitive announcements should be sent a week ahead of time. Week of free family programming at the Petersburg library Get ready for a full week of free family fun and youth programming at...
Richmond BizSense Reporting Sephora Coming to Stony Point Village
Cosmetics retailer Sephora last week inked a lease for a new store at the Trader Joe’s-anchored shopping center in Bon Air. It would be Sephora’s first standalone location south of the river. The company also operates a store at Short Pump Town Center in western Henrico and has a presence in regional Kohl’s locations.
Allegations of source of housing funds discrimination solved
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, Inc. (HOME) announced that it recently represented Tamesha Thompson in reaching a settlement with Meadowbrook Apartments in Chesterfield and reached a conciliation and resolves all claims between the involved parties. HOME, a statewide fair housing and HUD-approved housing counseling 501(c)(3) non-profit, and Thompson submitted...
FFP exclusive: There’s nothing middling about new city school
It didn’t take long to spot Matt Eberhardt after I pulled into a gravelly parking lot off Idlewild Boulevard on Friday morning. “I like the hard hat,” I told Eberhardt, Fredericksburg’s Deputy Superintendent of Schools. “It’s a good look.”. “You’re going to be putting one...
Former UVA Basketball Star Sam Hauser Signs $45 Million Extension with Celtics
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Former Virginia men’s basketball standout Sam Hauser has secured a four-year, $45 million contract extension with the Boston Celtics, keeping him with the NBA champions through the 2028-2029 season. This deal comes less than a month after the Celtics picked up his $2.1 million option for next season.
Crozet Thrift Store Relocates After 45 Years
CROZET, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – The Green Olive Tree is on the move. Crozet’s Christian thrift store, which opened the door at its original location back in 1979, faced demolition when the property on which it sat was sold for development. But Music Today, located just across the street, made an offer they couldn’t refuse, and a deal was made.
Evaluating the state of the UVA men’s basketball program
As the 2023-2024 athletic year has come to an end for the Virginia Cavaliers, we at Streaking the Lawn will be running a state of the program series for the numerous athletic programs that are part of the university. Grading the men’s basketball program from the 2019-2020 season to 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...
Chesapeake Woman Wins $180K With 6 Virginia Lottery Tickets
The woman's strategic play of identical winning numbers across multiple Virginia Lottery tickets resulted in a substantial $180,000 payout. A Chesapeake resident struck gold with the Virginia Lottery when she purchased six tickets for the Pick 5 game, all bearing identical winning numbers for the June 5 draw. Latoya Burke’s...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.