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Contamination in Virginia waterways leads to recreational, fish consumption advisories
A recent fire at a storage warehouse in South Hill has led the Virginia Department of Health to issue recreational water and fish consumption advisories in response. The fire occurred at the Nutrien Ag Solutions facility at 501 W. Danville St. on July 6. Water used to fight the fire...
Trump’s proposed tariffs would let US ‘fight back’ against China: Youngkin
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) argued that former President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs would help the United States on the global stage, allowing the country to be competitive against others such as China. Trump’s proposal would impose a 10% across-the-board fee on all products imported into the U.S., which he has argued would help protect jobs. […]
Virginia Court Orders American Muslims for Palestine to Produce Records Requested by Attorney General Miyares
RICHMOND, Va. – Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that a Virginia court ordered the AJP Educational Foundation, Inc., also known as American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), to produce records requested by a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) issued by his office. The Court denied AMP’s petition to set aside the CID.
Charlotte County Ponytails take aim at World Series title
A local 12U softball team will be competing in their Dixie World Series this weekend to cap off a successful season. The Charlotte County Ponytails of the Dixie Softball League will compete for the title this weekend in Prince George County. It’s an exciting time for the team, said head coach Billy Barton. “Most of […] The post Charlotte County Ponytails take aim at World Series title appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Henrico leaders concerned about planned expansion of Goochland quarry
Citing confusion about potential impacts to Henrico citizens, Henrico County officials are urging the Goochland Planning Commission to defer a request on Thursday night’s agenda from Luck Stone Corporation, which is seeking to expand operations at its 70-acre Rockville quarry just west of the Henrico-Goochland border near Pouncey Tract Road and Kain Road.
Gordon receives pay raise and 4-year extension
The Suffolk Public School board voted on July 11, following a five-hour closed session, in favor of Superintendent Dr. John B. Gordon III’s 4-year contract renewal and 5% salary increase. According to the addendum, effective July 1, Gordon’s base salary will move to $245,700 annually, with an annual annuity of $22,050 and an automobile allowance […] The post Gordon receives pay raise and 4-year extension appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
Murdered Norfolk man remembered as a former Marine willing to help anyone
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — A mother is grieving the loss of her son killed in a tragic act of violence. Bradley Kortbawi, 44, was shot at point-blank range in the early hours of July 6 on Core Avenue in Norfolk. Norfolk police charged 56-year-old Vandes Jackson with second-degree murder...
Party at the Pier Returns to Little Island Park for Expanded Three-Night Series
Free beachside celebration hosted by Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation is July 25, Aug. 1 and Aug. 8. Grab your lawn chairs and beach blankets for the ninth annual Party at the Pier, a free three-part summer concert series at Little Island Park from 6-10 p.m. on July 25, Aug. 1 and Aug. 8.
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