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First Black Wilson HS Alumna Among 2024 West Point Grads
Portsmouth native Stevie Gary recently crossed the commencement stage at West Point, shook hands with keynote speaker President Joe Biden; then, she headed to a six-month tour of duty at Fort Moore, in Georgia. Gary, who received a full-ride West Point scholarship in 2019, made history when she became the...
State semiconductor alliance finalizes staff, launches career training program
The Virginia Alliance for Semiconductor Technology (VAST) has made final additions to its staff ahead of launching the Fast Track to Semiconductor Careers certificate training program. The training program is one of four initiatives as part of VAST’s mission to reskill and upskill adult learners in different aspects of the...
Updated senior softball standings through July 12 action
Below are regular-season standings for teams in the Northern Virginia Senior Softball League for the 2024 spring season for the week ending July 12. Games in the three conferences are played at various venues throughout Northern Virginia. When the regular season ends, playoff games follow. The three team leaders through...
America’s #1 Most Dangerous Small Town is in Virginia
Virginia, often celebrated for its rich history, scenic landscapes, and thriving communities, is not immune to the challenges of crime and public safety. According to recent data, one small town in the Commonwealth has earned the dubious distinction of being the most dangerous place in America – a title that paints a troubling picture and demands urgent attention.
Youngkin orders Virginia flags to fly at half-staff in memory of Corey Comperatore
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) has ordered all Virginia flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of Corey Comperatore, a former fire chief who was killed at former President Donald Trump’s Pennsylvania rally on Saturday. The rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, saw Trump barely survive his assassination attempt, suffering an injury to his right ear before […]
Public health experts focus new research on heat impacts
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — The impact of heat on populations is sparking a new wave of public health research, according to Dr. Amir Sapkota, the chair of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Maryland School of Public Health. "Heat exposure kills a lot more people than other natural...
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