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Series of overnight test openings scheduled for George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced they will be conducting a series of test openings at the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge on Route 17 starting on Monday.
Springboard names John Mootz corporate director, F&B
Springboard Hospitality, a hospitality management company with 48 independent hotels in metropolitan and leisure destination markets across 14 states, has named John Mootz the company’s first-ever corporate director, food and beverage. In this new role, Mootz works closely with individual property general managers, executive chefs, and food and beverage...
Louisa County excited to host VA State Little League Major Baseball Tournament
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Louisa County will soon host some of the best little league baseball players in Virginia. District 14 and Louisa Little League will be hosting the 2024 Virginia State Little League Major Baseball Tournament in Louisa County later this month. The tournament will run July 18-23...
Why the suit to void a council primary in Lynchburg matters across Virginia
Meanwhile, a look at the math involved with the 125 mail ballots that have been questioned. The post Why the suit to void a council primary in Lynchburg matters across Virginia appeared first on Cardinal News.
Should Newport News Williamsburg airport cut passenger service? What mayors are saying, and aren’t saying
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Cutting commercial air passenger service would likely lead to cost savings for Newport News Williamsburg Airport, a recent study found, but at this point, neither mayor of the cities obligated to pay for any financial losses at the airfield is endorsing the recommendation to outright do so. Instead, Hampton Mayor […]
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
This week the AFRO compiled a list of events happening throughout the month of July in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area. Take a look below to see what’s happening near you!. Captain America Movie Marathon. Are there any Marvel fans in the family? If so, the Enoch...
Virginia State University Welcomes Three New Members To Board Of Visitors
Virginia State University is proud to announce that Governor Glenn Youngkin has appointed three new members and reappointed two members to its Board of Visitors. The Governor's latest appointments to the VSU Board of Visitors are:. M. Peter McPherson of Arlington, President Emeritus, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities; President...
Alexandria man seeks answers after his dog dies while boarding at PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — An Alexandria man is seeking answers after his beloved 3-year-old dog died while boarding at a PetSmart in the Potomac Yard shopping center. Andrew Noles said before going on a trip to New York last Thursday, he dropped off Clark, an Aussiedoodle, at the “Petshotel” inside the PetSmart store. Noles said Clark had stayed at the facility in the past without any problems.
Radio host Kat Simons dies as friends remember ‘cherished’ and ‘devoted’ star who left ‘impossible void in our hearts’
RADIO host Kat Simons has died, leaving devastated friends sharing heartbroken tributes. Kat, who worked at Mix 98.1 Richmond in Virginia for more than 25 years, passed away on June 29. Kat’s cause of death is not yet known. Her radio station announced the tragic news on Saturday, calling her a “cherished friend” who has […]
State AG says Hopewell does not have power to enact employees-on-council restriction
HOPEWELL – A recent move by Hopewell City Council to restrict city employees from elected office is invalid because there is no evidence, explicit or implicit, giving the city the right to do so, state Attorney General Jason Miyares said Monday. In a letter to Del. Carrie Coyner, R-Chesterfield...
‘A way to honor his memory;’ Mother becomes grief coach after losing son
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A Chesterfield mother is dedicating her life to helping others after the unexpected loss of her only child. “I believe my story is somebody else’s solution to the problem. Or, if their question is, can I do it? How can I do it? How can I manage?” said Lynn Lewis.
Ronnie Logan Named Best Chef at Elite Chicago BBQ Event
RICHMOND, Va. — Ronnie Logan has been crowned as the Best Chef at the recent Six in the City Southern BBQ Experience in Chicago. A decade-long journey that began after losing his full-time job at 57 has culminated in this top honor for Logan, who now runs Original Ronnie’s BBQ with his family in eastern Henrico County.
St. Jude Dream Home ‘exceeds expectations’ of giveaway winner
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway winner stepped into his new home for the first time Monday morning. “Though there’s only one winner, it’s a huge impact that goes to the hospital and saving the kids, so at the end of the day, this is all for the kids, and we’re just all so grateful for everybody’s contributions,” said St. Jude development representative Lexi Bates.
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