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Albemarle, Greene, and Madison among 15 Virginia counties primarily receiving USDA drought designations
WASHINGTON, DC (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Fifteen Virginia counties — including Albemarle, Augusta, Greene and Madison — have received primary natural disaster designations from the USDA due to the recent drought. This as we stand to go back into the extremely hot, dry weather pattern that began July from which we’ve gotten a break from in the past couple of weeks. This also means counties bordering these — such as Buckingham, Fluvanna, Orange, Louisa, Nelson, and Culpeper — are also eligible for FSA emergency loans.
Augusta Solar again denied by Augusta supervisors in 5-1 vote
VERONA – After an approximately four-hour long public hearing and discussion, the Augusta County Board of Supervisors rejected Augusta Solar’s permit application on July 24. Dozens of speakers came to the meeting to speak for and against the project. They filled the supervisor’s meeting space, including the chairs in the back of the room. The full hearing is available online. ...
Virginia expands EnChroma viewfinders to all 43 state parks, leading nation in colorblind inclusivity
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Virginia Department of Conservation (DCR) has announced they are expanding their EnChroma viewfinders to 43 state parks, making Virginia the national leader for inclusivity for colorblind guests. On June 28, 2023, the first EnChroma viewfinder was installed at the Natural Tunnel State Park in Duffield, Va. Ethan Howes, Chief Ranger […]
Man killed self after police took DNA sample in Virginia woman’s 1991 killing
The DNA work represented a major development in a case that made headlines last year when Albert “Ian” Schweitzer, who had been incarcerated for more than 20 years for the killing, was released based on new evidence.
‘A Bowl of Good’ Host fundraiser for war in Sudan
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV)—Dozens packed a Local restaurant in Harrisonburg on Tuesday evening for a fundraiser. 100 percent of the proceeds went to Pax Dei for Nuba, an organization based in Harrisonburg that aims to raise awareness of the ongoing conflict and war in Sudan. The local Sudanese Choir and...
Washington and Lee College Fly-In Program, RSVP by: 8/9
Background: Explore college life at Washington and Lee University through the DIVE program! High school seniors can spend three days on campus, staying in residence halls, attending classes, and engaging with student clubs. Learn about admissions and financial aid support firsthand. Eligibility:. 🎓 High school seniors. 🌈 Students of...
Men’s Golf Named GCAA Outstanding Academic Team
NORMAN, Okla. – James Madison was one of 59 NCAA Division I men's golf teams to receive the 2023-24 Golf Coaches of America Outstanding Team Academic Award, the organization announced on Tuesday afternoon. To earn the team academic award, a team must submit a grade-point average of 3.50 or...
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Brown ’19L
Michael Brown ‘19L is from Salem, Virginia. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 2016, where he majored in Philosophy with a pre-law concentration, and minored in Communication. While at W&L Law, Michael served as a clinical student caseworker in the Black Lung Clinic, where he represented coal miners and their surviving family in their pursuit of federal black lung benefits. Upon graduation, Michael spent two years clerking for the Honorable Carrie Bland of the Office of Administrative Law Judges for the Department of Labor in Washington, DC. Following his clerkship, Michael joined, and was commissioned as an officer in, the United States Air Force JAG Corps. He served as a prosecutor at the Joint Base Charleston Legal Office for two years before receiving his current assignment as a Victims’ Counsel at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana. In his capacity as a Victims’ Counsel, Michael represents both military and civilian victims of domestic violence and sexual assault at every step of the military justice process to enforce their rights. Outside of work, Michael enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time with his wife, Abby, and his two daughters, Reagan and Evelyn.
Feds deport illegal immigrant wanted for homicide after Virginia field operation
WASHINGTON (TND) — Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials announced Monday the removal of Douglas Alexander Mojica-Cano, a Salvadoran fugitive wanted for a slew of crimes in his home country. U.S. Border Patrol arrested Mojica-Cano, 25, after he unlawfully entered the U.S. in February 2016 near Calexico, California. He...
VSP: One dead in Augusta County crash involving motorcycle and vehicle
DOOMS — Virginia State Police said one person is dead following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Augusta County. Police said the crash involved a motorcycle, and said it took place at about 6:30 a.m. in the 700 block of U.S 340. The fatality remains under investigation. ...
Good blames open primary for potential loss as recount looms
(The Center Square) – Virginia Republican Rep. Bob Good’s congressional career hinges on a Wednesday recount against primary challenger state Sen. John McGuire. Good, chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, trails McGuire by 374 votes in the June 18 primary. As the voter margin is less than 1%, under Virginia law, Good requested a recount at his expense. In a series of recent social media posts, the congressman appears to...