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Voter guide: What's on the ballot in the DMV
Voters in D.C., Maryland and Virginia: Here's what you need to know about this year's elections. Why it matters: There is a big Senate race in Maryland, and a D.C. ballot initiative that would change the future of voting — plus the presidential contest and down-ballot races. 🗓 Key...
Virginia schools face spike in false bomb and shooter threats
False threats of violence against Virginia schools haven't stopped for nearly a month — and they're mostly coming from kids and teenagers.The big picture: At least 36 school divisions statewide, including Richmond-area districts, have faced threats of bombs, shooters and more since the Sept. 4 school shooting in Georgia, per an Axios analysis of news reports. They've prompted schools to lock down or temporarily close, disrupting learning and stirring anxiety about safety.The latest was Chesterfield, which had Tomahawk Creek Middle School close on Tuesday after a gun threat.Last month, Chesterfield police arrested a 13-year-old for threatening to shoot up another...
Multi-Million Dollar Grants Fuel Economic Growth in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley
RICHMOND, Va. – On October 1, 2024, Governor Youngkin announced more than $2.5 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards to 21 industries in the Commonwealth – including the The Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board (SVWDB).
City, state, national parks impacted by storm
East Tennessee and Western North Carolina are generally poised for an onslaught of visitors this time of year as leaf-peepers make their way to the region. Instead, emergency personnel, residents and volunteers are searching those regions for missing loved ones and safe routes to get to those in need with food, water and medical care. The devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene has taken a toll on the infrastructure of the entire region, including many of the outdoor areas where folks often seek solace in difficult...
Virginia’s Growing Demand for Convenient Storage Solutions: What You Need to Know
Over the last couple of years, we have successfully transformed how we move and store our belongings. Speaking of moving, if you are planning to move to Virginia, like many before you, you may need storage solutions that are reliable, spacious, and efficient. The right moving and storage company in Virginia will make that much […]
Nearly 85% of Virginia schools fully accredited this year, a decrease from last year
Fewer schools met the state’s standards to be considered fully accredited based on 2023-24 data compared to the previous year, according to the Virginia Department of Education. A total of 84.5 % of schools in 2023-24 were fully accredited, compared to 89% in 2022-23. On the flip side, no school was denied accreditation, leading the […]
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