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Long, Ness collect VaSID major awards; three Generals pick up All-State citations
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – The Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) announced the 2024 All-State Women's Tennis teams and award winners on Wednesday, and Washington and Lee headlined with two major award winners. Rising junior Lauren Long was named the Player of the Year, while head coach Erin Ness earned...
‘A Local Touch’: Celebrating Virginia's Rich Musical Tapestry
This Wednesday, July 31st, WHRO FM 90.3 invites you to immerse yourself in an evening of music deeply connected to the heart of Virginia. Join us at 9:00 PM for A Local Touch: Music with a Virginia Connection, expertly curated by our esteemed host, Raymond Jones. The program begins with...
Get ready for back-to-school at Walmart Wellness Day
Nearly 4,600 pharmacies in Virginia and nationwide are hosting Walmart Wellness Day on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help families prioritize their health this back-to-school season, according to a press release from Walmart. Customers can receive free glucose, cholesterol, BMI and blood pressure screenings as well as affordable immunizations like flu, HPV, tetanus, hepatitis and more. Select stores will also feature vision screenings making it even easier for customers to access the...
Mastodon bones unearthed at construction site and more Virginia headlines
“Mastodon bones unearthed at Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel construction site.” — Virginian-Pilot “How a school district took its spat with a local TV station to the FCC.” — Washington Post “Chesterfield judges will stop appointing cases to public defenders amid ‘lack of attorneys.’” — WTVR “Inspector General’s report sheds light on failures at Hampton VA Medical […]
Staunton Augusta Art Center brings together diverse group for artist residency program
STAUNTON — The Staunton Augusta Art Center announced its first-ever artist residency program, "Arts in Practice," running throughout the month of August and culminating in a closing reception on Sept. 6. The groundbreaking program brings together a diverse group of talented artists, offering a unique opportunity for the community to engage with art and artists in an immersive and interactive setting. ...