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Waynesboro has a chance to move forward: The future is in your hands
Waynesboro voters have a chance to set city government in a new direction in the 2024 elections, with a slate of candidates intent on moving the city away from the do-nothing attitude that has been entrenched here for a generation. Two former mayors, Terry Short and Bobby Henderson, and former...
Augusta County man dead after truck hits motorcycle head on
A motorcyclist is dead after a crash Tuesday morning on East Side Highway in Augusta County. Terri L. Smith, 57, of Crimora, died at the scene. The fatal crash occurred at 6:25 a.m. on Route 340, less than one mile north of Route 11, or Dooms Crossing Road. Virginia State...
Stores offering cannabis are proliferating in S.W.Va., almost a year after a series of raids across the region
Bristol alone has at least nine cannabis-related stores — even though in Virginia, it's legal to possess cannabis but not to sell it. The post Stores offering cannabis are proliferating in S.W.Va., almost a year after a series of raids across the region appeared first on Cardinal News.
Kings Dominion to open world's tallest, longest wing coaster for 50th anniversary celebration
Kings Dominion theme park in Virginia announced the arrival of its newest thrill ride.Rapterra will be the world's tallest and longest wing coaster standing at 145 feet and stretching 3,086 feet long.The rollercoaster is set to open in 2025 as a part of Kings Dominion's 50th anniversary season. It's inspired by the powerful Jungle Hawk, giving riders the sensation of flying, and hits speeds up to 65 miles per hour in just four seconds of launch."This extraordinary addition promises new thrills for our guests, making it the perfect centerpiece for our 50th-anniversary celebration and reaffirming why Kings Dominion is the ultimate destination for unforgettable memories and exhilarating excitement," said Bridgette Bywater, vice president and general manager of Kings Dominion.The ride was manufactured by Bolliger and Mabillard and is 89 seconds with a total of three inversions.Construction is already in progress, with completion expected this fall.For more information visit here.
Virginia Humanities grants Virginia Beach nonprofit $1500
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia Humanities announced $43K in grants and scholarships to nonprofits in 13 Virginia cities, including one in Virginia Beach. Cities with orgs receiving grants: The Aware ‘24 With an Open Heart at Virginia Beach Art Center is expected to receive around $1500. It is a series of events to be held […]
Augusta County Public Schools organizes free clothing event for students
Style Clothing Closet is partnering with Augusta County Schools, Staunton City Schools, and Waynesboro Public Schools to provide free new and gently used clothing as well as new socks and underwear. The event will be Friday from 12 to 6 p.m. at Wilson Middle School in Fishersville.
Williamsburg astronaut Zena Cardman meets virtually with Sen. Warner ahead of launch
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner of Virginia met virtually last week with NASA Astronaut and Williamsburg native Zena Cardman ahead of her launch to the International Space Station in August. As Crew-9 Commander, Cardman, 36, will launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida and...
VSP identify motorcyclist killed in head-on crash in Augusta County
DOOMS — Virginia State Police have identified a motorcyclist who was killed Tuesday morning in Augusta County following a head-on collision with a truck. Police said a Crimora man was on a 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator motorcycle and heading south on U.S. 340 at about 6:30 a.m. when a 1994 Ford F-450 coming from the opposite direction drifted into his lane and struck him head-on, according to Sgt. S. Gregory of the Virginia State Police. ...
Augusta County Sheriff’s Office continues investigating Greenville shooting
AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate the shooting that took place last week in Greenville. In a release, Sheriff Donald Smith said that due to the seriousness of the injuries sustained by the victim, the Sheriff’s Office is continuing to devote an enormous amount of time and resources to identify the other party of the road rage incident.
Local student shines in Virginia Space Coast Scholars Program
Nelson VA – The Virginia Space Coast Scholars (VSCS) program proudly announces that local high school student Kathryn “Kate” Griffin has successfully completed the rigorous online course and ranked in the top percentage of participants invited to attend the prestigious Virginia Space Coast Scholars Summer Academy at NASA Wallops Flight Facility this summer.
Chesterfield Little League heads to Southeast Regional with goals of reaching the Little League World Series
Last Tuesday, the Chesterfield Little League All-Stars made history by winning the Virginia Little League State Tournament, securing their spot in the Southeast Regionals in Warner Robins, Georgia. The win gives the team an opportunity to advance to the Little League World Series in Williamsport.