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Staunton District Traffic Alert for July 1-5, 2024
STAUNTON – The following is a list of highway work that may affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton District consists of 11 counties from the Alleghany Highlands to the northern Shenandoah Valley: Alleghany, Bath, Rockbridge, Highland, Augusta, Rockingham, Page, Shenandoah, Frederick, Clarke and Warren. Scheduled work is subject to […] The post Staunton District Traffic Alert for July 1-5, 2024 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
New Laws Take Effect on July 1, 2024- DMV Shares What You Need to Know
RICHMOND – Laws passed by the Virginia General Assembly set into motion changes for DMV customers effective July 1, 2024. These changes and updates include the uninsured motor vehicle fee, permanent DMV-issued farm use placards, disabled parking placard duration and conversions of manufactured homes. Below are details on what is new and what customers need […] The post New Laws Take Effect on July 1, 2024- DMV Shares What You Need to Know appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Obituary: Ralph Garnett Kelley Sr., 83
Ralph Garnett Kelley Sr. Ralph Garnett Kelley Sr., age 83, of Covington, passed away due to an unfortunate accident on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Mr. Kelley was born on March 14, 1941 in Williamson, WV. He was the son of the late Edward and Velvie Wright Kelley; other than his parents he was preceded in […] The post Obituary: Ralph Garnett Kelley Sr., 83 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Awards Grants to Local Food Systems Projects
RICHMOND, VA (VR) — Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced grant awards totaling more than $280,000 to support and strengthen local food and farming operations in ten Virginia counties and cities. The announcement was made today during Virginia Agriculture Week to further highlight the industry’s role in stimulating economic development and helping to address food insecurity in […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Awards Grants to Local Food Systems Projects appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on House Passage of HB 6003
RICHMOND, VA (VR) — Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement after the House of Delegates passed HB 6003, a clean, full, repeal of the eligibility changes recently made to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP): “Thank you to Speaker Scott, Leader Gilbert, Chairman Torian, Delegate Cherry and the entire House of Delegates […] The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on House Passage of HB 6003 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Griffith Welcomes SCOTUS Ruling Overturning Chevron
In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. In response to this decision, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “I have long advocated for the 1984 ruling in Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. to be overturned or legislatively eliminated. The […] The post Griffith Welcomes SCOTUS Ruling Overturning Chevron appeared first on The Virginian Review.
TomSox edge Jacks’ in shortened game
COVINGTON – The struggles continued for Covington this past Wednesday evening following a 5-1 Valley Baseball League loss to Charlottesville at Casey Field. The game ended after five innings due to rain. The TomSox grabbed help from Matthew Irwin (L/1-1) in the top of the second inning when Irwin threw two wild pitches that resulted […] The post TomSox edge Jacks’ in shortened game appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Jacks’ rally falls short in loss to Generals
WAYNESBORO – Looking to snap their recent two-game losing streak, Covington fell short of what would have been an incredible comeback following their 9-6 Valley Baseball League loss this past Sunday against Waynesboro at Kate Collins Field. Trailing 5-1 entering the top of the eighth inning, the Lumberjacks cut the deficit in half on an […] The post Jacks’ rally falls short in loss to Generals appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Expect Single Lane Closures on Northbound Interstate 81 for Route 33 Bridge Demolition Work in the City of Harrisonburg
STAUNTON, VA (VR) – Northbound Interstate 81 will have single lane closures for bridge demolition work on the Route 33 (East Market Street) bridge project at I-81 exit 247 in the City of Harrisonburg. The work zone speed limit on I-81 is 60 miles per hour. The northbound I-81 single lane closure extends from just […] The post Expect Single Lane Closures on Northbound Interstate 81 for Route 33 Bridge Demolition Work in the City of Harrisonburg appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Attorney General Miyares, Sussex CA Sykes Announce Indictments Related to the Violent Killing of K-9 Rivan and Assault of Correctional Officer
SUSSEX, Va. (VR) – Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that a Sussex County Grand Jury recently returned multiple felony indictments against four MS-13 gang members who committed violent acts while incarcerated at Sussex I State Prison. On April 2, 2024, these gang members assaulted Correctional Officer K. Phillip-Fields, stabbed to death K-9 Rivan, and stabbed […] The post Attorney General Miyares, Sussex CA Sykes Announce Indictments Related to the Violent Killing of K-9 Rivan and Assault of Correctional Officer appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Alleghany Highlands YMCA Nature Sensory & Wildlife Trail nearing completion
LOW MOOR, Va. — (June 24, 2024) Thanks largely to a grant from the Dominion Energy Foundation, the Alleghany Highlands YMCA Nature Sensory & Wildlife Trail is nearing completion. The trail is an inclusive project that engages various audiences living with special needs in physical, emotional and social experiences that are nature-based while promoting learning […] The post Alleghany Highlands YMCA Nature Sensory & Wildlife Trail nearing completion appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Are you #SummerReady?
Stay Safe in Extreme Heat with Guidance from FEMA and HHS Region 3 Offices PHILADLEPHIA — Last week, the National Weather Service issued heat advisories across our region, impacting residents of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia. Baltimore, D.C., and Philadelphia saw record-breaking heat. “Summer is just beginning in our region. Now is […] The post Are you #SummerReady? appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline: Combating The Chinese Critical Mineral Monopoly
As we approach the halfway point of the year, the same problems created by this Administration unfortunately continue to plague our Nation. Inflation is still high in several sectors of our economy, and Americans continue to watch the dangerous surge of illegal migrants coming across our border. On a brighter note, I was honored to […] The post Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline: Combating The Chinese Critical Mineral Monopoly appeared first on The Virginian Review.
AHPS Board Moves Reorganization Meeting Date to July 15
LOW MOOR — The Alleghany Highlands School Board has changed the date for its annual close out and reorganizational meeting. Due to scheduling conflicts, the meeting date has been moved from July 1 to July 15 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Central Office Complex in Low Moor. “We are issuing […] The post AHPS Board Moves Reorganization Meeting Date to July 15 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Video Visitation Access Expanding at State Farm Work Center
RICHMOND – The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) and partners ViaPath and Assisting Families of Inmates (AFOI) have expanded video visitation at State Farm Work Center. The expansion took effect at approximately 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 25. Every living area at the facility is now equipped with video visitation equipment, allowing inmates to conduct visits […] The post Video Visitation Access Expanding at State Farm Work Center appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Agriculture organizations, farmers urge farm bill passage
WASHINGTON (VR) — Agricultural organizations and farmers are urging bipartisan support for a new farm bill tied up in Congress as the September expiration date looms. After Congress issued a one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill late last year, some progress has been made toward a new farm bill. But intense negotiations continue around […] The post Agriculture organizations, farmers urge farm bill passage appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Virginia farmers hope for a stretch of rainy weather as moderate drought continues
MADISON, VA (VR0 — With “abnormally dry” weather persisting statewide, moderate drought conditions are stressing pasture and cropland within a swath of the western Piedmont and Shenandoah Valley, according to the Virginia Drought Monitor. Rapid-onset droughts like this, sometimes referred to as “flash droughts,” can cause significant agricultural economic impacts. A few scattered showers are not […] The post Virginia farmers hope for a stretch of rainy weather as moderate drought continues appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Dear Abby: Kind gesture by couple turns flat into friend’s love nest
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I rented an apartment six weeks ago. A friend of his needed a place to stay due to some marital problems, so we decided she could stay with us. At the beginning, she offered us $500, and we agreed to that. Abby, she hasn’t paid us a dime. She has […] The post Dear Abby: Kind gesture by couple turns flat into friend’s love nest appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Throwback Thursday – Fun Fridays
June 2004 – FUN FRIDAYS — Clifton Forge Main Street again sponsored Fund Friday in downtown Clifton Forge and featured live entertainment. Friday night featured the band Southbound. Friday’s program was co-sponsored by Save-A-Lot and the Clifton Forge Rescue Squad sold hot dogs. This year a watermelon eating contest was a highlight of the evening. (Buck […] The post Throwback Thursday – Fun Fridays appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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