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July 4 Weekend Fun: Fireworks, ’90s Music, and a Taylor Swift Tribute
Catch patriotic celebrations, unforgettable concerts, and a beer festival this long holiday weekend. The long holiday weekend starts on a Thursday, and you will have no shortage of July 4 weekend events, from fireworks to movies to hearing some of Virginia’s iconic bands jam. Here are some noteworthy events around NoVA to add to your July 4–7 weekend itinerary.
Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction
(JTA) — WASHINGTON — John McGuire, a challenger backed by the Republican Jewish Coalition, defeated Rep. Bob Good, who marshaled opposition to emergency Israel aid, in a central Virginia primary. The victory for the RJC is its latest in a Republican primary. Involvement in primaries was once a rare occurrence for partisan Jewish groups on...
Kaine bolsters voters’ confidence about Biden on first stop of campaign tour and more Va. headlines
• “Kaine kicks off campaign tour by reassuring voters about Biden.”—USA Today • “Court orders Unite the Right planners to pay millions in damages.”—Daily Progress • “Nottoway woman in wheelchair handcuffed for missing jury duty.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Judge dismisses Spotsylvania School Board member’s assault and battery charge.”—Fredericksburg Free Press • “Arthur Crudup: What to know […] The post Kaine bolsters voters’ confidence about Biden on first stop of campaign tour and more Va. headlines appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Court Finds Virginia’s Punitive Damages Cap Applies Per-Plaintiff in Charlottesville Case
A federal appeals court has ruled that Virginia’s $350,000 punitive damages cap applies on a per-plaintiff basis in a case against white supremacists who organized the “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville in August 2017. A Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals panel in a 3-0 vote reversed...
Biden blames foreign travel for debate debacle, says he almost fell asleep on stage
President Biden on Tuesday blamed foreign travel for his poor debate performance, saying that he almost fell asleep on the stage last week. “I wasn’t very smart. I decided to travel around the world a couple of times … shortly before the debate,” he said while talking to donors at a fundraiser in Virginia. “I didn’t…
Prominent Letcher County businessman dies
LETCHER COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - The founder of double kwik and Childers Oil Company has died. Don Childers died June 29th at his home in Whitesburg. He was 92. The Pikeville native started Childers Oil Company in 1966. During the next 50 years, the family business expanded to include 40-plus...
Dr. Worrell retires after 38 years
For anyone who didn’t know Dr. Dan Worrell, the impact and legacy he leaves on Carroll County would have been immediately evident had they attended Worrell’s retirement ceremony June 22 at Hillsville Presbyterian Church. Droves of patients, friends and family continued to pour in during the two-hour floating reception held for Worrell, who logged his last day as a medical doctor Friday after 38 years of serving the citizens of Carroll County. Through all the hugs, tears and laughter, it was evident Dr. Worrell’s compassion...
Parents can now be fined for their children's crimes in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Tennessee parents can now be held accountable for their children’s crimes. The decision to hold them accountable boils down to the judge. The Parental Accountability Act became a law in Tennessee this week. It aims to stop children from committing crimes before they turn into serious criminals.
4th of July holiday brings people outside to celebrate
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL)- The warm weather and sunshine brought people outside to enjoy the 4th of July holiday. Warriors Path State Park was filled with people on the lake and having picnics. Matthew Johnson and his family went to the Kingsport Independence Day parade to kick off their holiday celebrations. “It’s one of the best […]
Kingsport celebrates 69th Fourth of July parade
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — Residents in Kingsport showed their patriotism by coming out for the Fourth of July parade. This is the 69th year Kingsport leaders have organized this event. Dozens of floats and people walked the streets giving out candy, merchandise, and of course some American merch. Those...
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