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‘American Idol’ Runner-up Cancels Jason Aldean Tour Appearances After Father’s Death
Lauren Alaina has revealed that her dad, J.J. Suddeth, passed away on Tuesday, July 23. She posted the sad news on Instagram, writing, “We lost my daddy last night, and I really don’t have words yet,” adding, “I am going home to be with family.”. Alaina...
Newport News band students are marching and raising money to perform in Rome’s New Year’s Parade
When Heritage High School’s band director, Jemere Brown, received an email last summer that his marching band was invited to perform in Rome’s New Year’s Parade, he thought it was spam. When he was contacted again by email and phone, he realized it was real. “They said...
Take a walk through Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail, part of the longest trail in Hampton Roads
SUFOLK, Va. — It’s time to take a walk with Patrick and today he’s visiting a short walking trail that will end up being part of the longest trail in Hampton Roads. Yes, It’s called the Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail and eventually may connect five Hampton Roads Cities, and it could even link to trails across Virginia.
Swimming advisory lifted for Virginia Beach Oceanfront
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Early Thursday morning, health officials lifted the swimming advisory that had been issued in Virginia Beach on Wednesday due to water quality issues. The advisory was for part of the Oceanfront area from 22nd Street to 37th Street, according to the city’s health district.
Old Dominion University and Eastern Virginia Medical School Integrate, Establish Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University
This past month, two staple institutions for higher education in Norfolk created history by finalizing the integration of their health science programs. Old Dominion University (ODU) and Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) are officially renamed as the Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University. This merger, initiated July 1, 2024, has placed a focal point on Hampton Roads as Virginia’s Health Education Hub. Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University has been supported by $65 million in state funding from the General Assembly and will offer the largest portfolio of health sciences across the entire Commonwealth of Virginia, including 56 academic programs. Nearly 2,200 EVMS employees and more than 1,440 students from EVMS are now part of the ODU Monarch family.
Reckoning at Hampton VA hospital after 'widespread failures and deficiencies'
(The Center Square) — The executive director, chief of staff and chief of surgery at the Hampton VA Medical Center are all leaving after investigations revealed substandard care and potentially willful negligence. Their exodus stems from congressional investigations and a Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General report. The OIG began its latest probe into the hospital (there have been others) after learning of six instances of substandard care by the hospital’s assistant chief of surgery and spotting implications of a lack of internal...
N.C. Coaches Association announces coaches for 2025 all-star games
The N.C. Coaches Association has released the names of the coaches who will lead teams in the 2025 East-West All-Star Games and the Carolinas Classic. The Carolinas Classic, which features some of North Carolina's top senior boys & girls basketball players and their counterparts from South Carolina, will be played in March 2025, though an exact date has not been announced.
Funeral services held for former Wise HS football players Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — The funeral service for Khyree Jackson and Isaiah Hazel was held Friday morning at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International. The two former Wise High School graduates and football players tragically lost their lives in a car crash on July 6 in Prince George's County.
Six W&M Football Standouts Earn Preseason All-CAA Honors
RICHMOND, Va. — Six William & Mary football standouts garnered preseason all-conference honors during the CAA's annual media day event on Wednesday. Representing W&M on the first team were offensive lineman Charles Grant, running back Bronson Yoder and fullback/halfback Trey McDonald, while running back Malachi Imoh, offensive lineman Ryan McKenna and safety Marcus Barnes earned honorable mention distinction.
Thousands watch Chincoteague wild ponies complete 99th annual swim in Virginia
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (AP) — Thousands of people gathered in Virginia to watch the Chincoteague wild ponies make their annual swim across the Assateague Channel, the 99th year of the popular tradition. The ponies made the short swim across the channel Wednesday as the crowd erupted in cheers. Foal No....
How Central Virginia libraries are working to keep the community health aware
At the Main Street Public Library in Richmond, it’s librarian Meg Raymond’s hope that at least one of the thousands of books or publications perched on the shelves will pique someone’s interest.
With a new Chair and new members, the VCCS State Board is off and running for the new fiscal year
“I’m excited to lead such a talented and dedicated board.” Terri Thompson presided over the VCCS State Board for the first time as Chair. when the panel met in Richmond July 18. The citizen board is the governing body for Virginia’s Community Colleges. “Having members from different regions, different professions and different points of view provides a strong team to lead our colleges as we pursue our new Strategic Plan,” said Thompson.
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