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2 adults found dead in home while 4 children unharmed: Md. police
Frederick County Police are investigating the deaths of two adults in New Market after deputies responded to a home for reports of a shooting Sunday morning, according to a news release from the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office. Around 7 a.m., police responded to the 7000 block of Mandalong Court...
Former executive of Virginia benefit program charged with stealing $4.8 million
A Virginia man was arrested this week and charged with embezzling more than $4.8 million from a Virginia-based birth-injury program. John Hunter Raines, 38, of Providence Forge, was the chief financial officer and deputy director of the Richmond-based Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program. Raines was arrested Thursday and has...
State hands out ‘draft plan’ for cell phone-free education
We now have a better idea of what the state is looking for from school districts, when it comes to building a ‘cell phone-free’ education. The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) released its draft guidance for districts late on Monday, Aug. 19, detailing both what they’ve heard from residents over the last month and what […] The post State hands out ‘draft plan’ for cell phone-free education appeared first on Farmville.
West Virginia woman burned and killed by man in country illegally identified
MARTINSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman who was burned and killed by a man who was in the country illegally has been identified. According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department, on May 6, 2024, at around 7:30 PM, emergency services responded to reports of a couch on fire in the 100 block of Golf Course […]
Junior/Senior Planning Night Set for October 1st at Laurel Ridge Community College
On Tuesday, October 1st, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Laurel Ridge Community College will host the 4th annual Junior/Senior Planning Night at the Corron Community Center at 173 Skirmisher Lane in Middletown. This free event is open to all rising juniors and seniors in the Shenandoah Valley, offering them and their families an invaluable opportunity to explore various post-secondary pathways.
Osmow's Shawarma opens Tuesday in Manassas
North America’s largest Middle Eastern restaurant chain is opening this week in Northern Virginia. The newest Osmow's Shawarma, located at 9685 Liberia Ave., Suite 105 in Manassas, opens Tuesday and will treat the first 200 customers to a free "Regular Chicken ON THE ROX," a signature dish featuring carved chicken shawarma from the rotisserie served on a bed of seasoned rice, topped off with garlic sauce, tahini and sumac.
Natural Bridge State Park becomes the first state park in the US to install RightHear, creating a fully accessible location for people who are blind or have low vision
ROCKBRIDGE, Va. – Natural Bridge State Park, home to the iconic 200-foot-tall Natural Bridge, has become the first state park in the U.S. to install the RightHear Accessibility system, taking a pioneering step toward inclusivity. Virginia’s 37th state park is now fully accessible to people who are blind and...
Open Doors Director explains services available at Harrisonburg’s soon-to-open homeless shelter
Executive Director Nate Riddle says residents can network with at least five community partners that will provide services at the future center on North Main Street. “They will be there, Riddle said. “Maybe it’s once a week, or maybe it’s as needed, but we’ll have folks like Strength in Peers who will provide their peer and support programs, Mercy House, who extend their housing programs United Way for our spaced assistance as needed.”
Jahan Dotson trade can propel Commanders' rookie to immediate superstardom
Adam Peters is aggressive and doing what he believes is in the Washington Commanders' best interests with no sentimental value attached to his decision-making process. Another example of this came when the new general manager traded wide receiver Jahan Dotson to the Philadelphia Eagles. Dotson didn't fit into the team's...
Community Rallies to Support Family Grieving the Loss of Teenage Daughter
The Olney community is rallying to support the family of Athena Greco, a Sherwood High School student who tragically died on August 23rd. As of 11:30am, over $11,000 has been raised via GoFundMe to support Athena’s mother in covering “the cost of getting Athena back to Maryland, medical, funeral rent and bills as she will be off of work for sometime to take care of things.” Additional information, per the GoFundMe fundraiser can be seen below:
Samuels Public Library Adult Programming Events for September
You can find and register for all library events on our website, www.samuelslibrary.net. The Library will be closed on Monday, September 2nd for Labor Day. In person. We will meet at the Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center. Did you know that one out of every three bites of our food, including fruits, vegetables, chocolate, coffee, nuts, and spices, is created with the help of pollinators? Join us as we review tips for capturing great photographs of our summer pollinators including butterflies, bees, dragonflies, and more. We will begin with a review of when, where, and how to photograph these flying wonders. Following the review, we will head to the field to practice these techniques. All types of cameras from smartphones to professional cameras and levels of photographers are welcomed. State Park parking fee rules apply for attending this program. The Library has a limited number of LVA state park bags with passes. Availability is not guaranteed.
Press Rewind, Aug. 18-24
–Iconic downtown Fredericksburg coffeeshop Hyperion Espresso has new ownership and a new roadmap. However, customers will be hard-pressed to notice major changes, writes Joey LoMonaco. -A former Spotsylvania County Public Schools behavioral interventionist was convicted Friday of misdemeanor assault and battery of a kindergarten student. A teacher who witnessed the...
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