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Attorney General Miyares Files Amicus Brief to Protect Women’s / Girls’ Sports
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has filed an amicus brief in support of the Hanover County School Board’s policy that reaffirmed that, for sports separated by sex, student participation would generally be determined by sex rather than gender identity. The School Board is opposing a legal challenge that would require it to allow a biological […]
Rainbow Puppets entertain at Courtland library
Rainbow Puppets entertained the audience with their versions of “The Ugly Duckling,” “Beauty & the Beast,” and “Sleeping Beauty” during the Summer Reading Program at the Courtland branch of the Blackwater Regional Library. For more information on BRL’s programs, visit the library’s website at www.BlackwaterLib.org or its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BlackwaterLib/. The post Rainbow Puppets entertain at Courtland library appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Windsor police address speeding on Bank Street
Windsor Town Councilman Edward “Gibbie” Dowdy noted during the council’s July 9 meeting that motorists had begun speeding again on Bank Street following the removal of RADAR-equipped speed monitoring signs utilized by the Windsor Police Department. Dowdy conferred with WPD Chief Rodney “Dan” Riddle regarding the matter during the meeting. Riddle also later shared insights […] The post Windsor police address speeding on Bank Street appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Two Arrested for Danville Robbery
Two people have been arrested following a robbery in Danville that occurred at Pizza Hut in the 3000 block of Riverside Dr. on Wednesday July 17. Jayvian Amari Davis, 19, has been arrested on the charges of carjacking, armed robbery, and two counts of use of a firearm in commission of a felony. He was arrested in Kannapolis, NC Friday, July 26 through our partnership with the United States Marshal Service and local law enforcement. Davis was given a $1 million bond and is pending extradition.
The Weekend Outlook: Gloomy Friday followed by hot, sunny weekend in store for Tri-Cities
Welcome to The Weekend Outlook! This new weekly briefing will cover the upcoming weekend forecast for the Tri-City area, so you can keep informed on important weather updates and stay ahead of your plans. Whether you're organizing an outdoor adventure, a family gathering or simply curious about what to expect, we've got you...
Nonprofit awarded $39 million for forest management across South Carolina’s coastal plain
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD)- The South Carolina branch of a national nonprofit has received a multi-million grant for a forest management project aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) announced Friday that it was awarded $200 million to support projects designed to reduce carbon emissions in four states — South Carolina, Maryland, […]
Walmart and Aldi Produce Pulled Due to Listeria Concerns
Due to possible listeria concerns, officials have recalled several types of produce (including):. According to a recent Patch article, the FDA says the produce was "sold at both Walmart stores and Aldi supermarkets between July 5 and 12." "According to officials, the products were sold in 13 states, including Connecticut,...
WAVY-TV 10 recognized as top employer for internships
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) – WAVY-TV 10 has been named a top employer for interns in Virginia. WAVY Internship Coordinator Stephanie Cooke traveled to Richmond Thursday to be recognized on a day Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin proclaimed Virginia Intern Day. Speakers included Newport News Mayor Barry Duval, who now leads the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. He […]
1 Million Virginians Struggle to Affordable Housing: The Urgent Need for Affordable Solutions in Southwest and Southern Virginia
The affordable housing crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia affects nearly one million residents, particularly essential workers, emphasizing the urgent need for more affordable housing and targeted solutions like the 5000 Families pilot program to provide stability and support for families with school-age children. Affordable Housing Crisis in Southwest and Southern Virginia – Urgent Need […]
FEC greenlights Rep. Good’s recount fund request
The Federal Election Commission Thursday to approve Rep. Bob Good’s (R-Va.) request to use general election funds to seed his recount fund following his contentious Republican primary loss in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District. But in order to use the funds to cover recount expenses, he must first ask the donors for their approval. “Good for…
Richmond-area Verizon Wireless Retailers Giving Away Backpack on Sunday
In an effort to ease the financial burden for families heading into another school year, Richmond-area Verizon Wireless retail locations will be giving away hundreds of FREE backpacks on Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m. With 42% of U.S. parents saying they will go into debt to pay for their...
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