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Dawson Odums says conditioning not an issue following MEAC/SWAC Challenge loss
Following Saturday’s narrow 24-23 loss to Florida A&M in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Norfolk State head coach Dawson Odums said the Spartans’ two-point conversion attempt was motivated by the win and concerns that his players were running out of gas. During Monday’s MEAC coaches’ conference, Odums added more context...
Suffolk man sentenced for attempted UVA student abduction
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — A Suffolk man who attempted to kidnap a woman near the University of Virginia was sentenced to prison in a Charlottesville Circuit Court Tuesday. James Robert Allen was given an active sentence of 25 years in prison for charges of felony abduction by force or intimidation and malicious wounding. Five years of Allen's sentence was suspended on the conditions of five years of intensive supervised probation and 30 years of good behavior.
Roanoke’s School Leaders Institute Continues to Transform Education in Virginia
For two decades, Virginia Tech’s School Leaders Institute has been a transformative force in education. More than three-quarters of Virginia’s school divisions have sent participants, 30 of the institute’s graduates are serving as superintendents, and hundreds more are making their marks in school administration. “Since its very start, the institute has been the premier professional development program […]
A look at the next 50 high school senior football players to watch in Hampton Roads’ Class of 2025
The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press released its list of the Top 50 high school senior football players in Hampton Roads. Here’s a look at the next 50 players who just missed. Listed in alphabetical order: Makai Bacon, Kempsville lineman (6-0, 295) — A four-year starter, he was all-region last season and is the anchor of the Chiefs line. Joshua Bowe, Maury lineman (5-10, 255) — Bowe, who has a ...
Wineries in central Virginia ramp up harvesting, say they are seeing great results so far
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - It’s nearing the end of August, and that means one thing for wineries in central Virginia: harvesting season. Great wines rely on great grapes and an even better harvest. “I like to compare harvest time for us, it’s a bit like a kid before Christmas,”...
The evolution of OER: Creating learning experiences with impact
Open Educational Resources continue to lessen the financial burden for many of our students while simultaneously helping to promote student completion. But the industry itself is in need of support as it works to provide free, high-quality learning materials to both students and educators. They’re attractive to educators, students, and...
Sharper focus on “One System” and Culture of Care
“Throughout the year, you may have heard me talk about operating as ‘One System,’ said Dore. “But how do we achieve this mindset of unity and collaboration? First, we must center everything we do on our learners, ensuring a high-quality and consistent experience across all 23 colleges. This means whether a student enrolls at a small or large college, a rural or urban college, they should have access to the full breadth of our programs and receive the highest level of excellence in education and support.”
False fall, second summer? DC region heats back up with temps in the 90s this week
WASHINGTON - Are we starting "second summer?" It sure feels that way!. As autumn approaches (less than a month away!), residents of the D.C, Maryland, and Virginia region are experiencing what is colloquially known as a "second summer." This weather phenomenon brings a resurgence of unseasonably warm temperatures to the area typically when it should be cooling down. Often, it makes it feel like summer is making an unexpected return.
Homegrown Harvest Festival returns Oct. 4-6
Hubs Peanuts, Commune Restaurant and River Road Farm recently announced the second annual Homegrown Harvest Festival set for Oct. 4-6, highlighting the best of Virginia cuisine, music and community. A news release stated that the Homegrown Harvest Festival will benefit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, the T2 Fitness Foundation and The […] The post Homegrown Harvest Festival returns Oct. 4-6 appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Council to hear new logistics center proposal
The Windsor Town Council will be holding a work session Tuesday, Aug. 27, in response to a request from the developer of the Tidewater Logistics Center warehouse project, which had been proposed for placement on the outskirts of Windsor near the Lovers Lane and Keaton Avenue neighborhoods. Some residents in those neighborhoods, as well as […] The post Council to hear new logistics center proposal appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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