Virginia
Local very first responders encounter extreme conditions in Texas
Floating nuts of fire ants are just some of the extreme conditions facing responders from Maryland and Virginia who are in Texas to help flood victims.
Trio buys boyhood home of ‘Waltons’ creator to keep it open
SCHUYLER, Va. (AP) — Three longtime fans of the popular TV showcase “The Waltons” have purchased the Virginia childhood home of the demonstrate’s creator in an effort to keep it open to the public. Ray…
Judge dismisses federal suit over Virginia mosque permit
U.S. District Court Judge Norman Moon issued a 15-page opinion last week telling the lawsuit was moot because Culpeper County has since granted the permit to the Islamic Center, along with $Ten,000.
Northern Va. transportation commission lays out Metro recommendations
Elected leaders from across Northern Virginia are set to endorse Metro reforms that could lead to a larger board, salaries for members, and support for contracting out certain operations.
W. Va. man arrested, discharged firearm at Loudoun Co. music fest
The man pointed and attempted to fire the gun at security officers during a music festival in Aldie.
Trio buys boyhood home of ‘Waltons’ creator to keep it open
Three longtime fans of the popular TV showcase “The Waltons” have purchased the Virginia childhood home of the showcase’s creator in an effort to keep it open to the public.
For-profit college plans to end enrollment at seven locations
A for-profit college says it plans to stop enrolling fresh students at seven locations across its multistate chain.
UVA to pay for review, make security switches after march
The University of Virginia has hired a consulting rock-hard to evaluate its safety infrastructure following a torch-lit march of white nationalists on campus.
No. Twenty one Virginia Tech strikes No. Twenty two West Virginia 31-24
Virginia Tech made FedEx Field feel like Lane Stadium Northeast and got to bring that Black Diamond Trophy back to Blacksburg for the very first time in more than a decade.
Redskins safety Su’a Cravens talked out of retiring for now
Washington Redskins safety Su’a Cravens had to be talked out of retiring on Sunday during a meeting with team president Bruce Allen, and his future with the team is in doubt.
Michigan State sued after rejecting white nationalist group
A lawsuit has been filed against Michigan State University after it denied a request to rent space on campus for white nationalist Richard Spencer to speak in September.
London supplies meaty upset in debut as Howard’s coach
Cam Newton isn’t the only quarterback in the family to lead a team to an improbable win.
Local charity collects private items for women, chicks displaced by Harvey
When escaping storms or floodwaters, some private care supplies may slip off the list of significant things to grab when life and limb are at risk. A local organization has rallied community members to help pack that void for Texas storm victims.
After act of hate, Va. church sees outpouring of love and support
A week after racist notes were left at the door of a Dumfries church, the Prince William County police chief and even a former candidate for Lt. governor demonstrated their solidarity with the congregation.
Charlottesville grapples with aftermath of violence from three weeks ago
“It’s truly hard to have this violence in our town and have somebody die a few blocks from our house,” said Grace Hale, a University of Virginia professor of 20th-century southern history.
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Local very first responders encounter extreme conditions in Texas
Floating ballsack of fire ants are just some of the extreme conditions facing responders from Maryland and Virginia who are in Texas to help flood victims.
Trio buys boyhood home of ‘Waltons’ creator to keep it open
SCHUYLER, Va. (AP) — Three longtime fans of the popular TV display “The Waltons” have purchased the Virginia childhood home of the demonstrate’s creator in an effort to keep it open to the public. Ray…
Judge dismisses federal suit over Virginia mosque permit
U.S. District Court Judge Norman Moon issued a 15-page opinion last week telling the lawsuit was moot because Culpeper County has since granted the permit to the Islamic Center, along with $Ten,000.
Northern Va. transportation commission lays out Metro recommendations
Elected leaders from across Northern Virginia are set to endorse Metro reforms that could lead to a larger board, salaries for members, and support for contracting out certain operations.
W. Va. man arrested, discharged firearm at Loudoun Co. music fest
The man pointed and attempted to fire the gun at security officers during a music festival in Aldie.
Trio buys boyhood home of ‘Waltons’ creator to keep it open
Three longtime fans of the popular TV display “The Waltons” have purchased the Virginia childhood home of the demonstrate’s creator in an effort to keep it open to the public.
For-profit college plans to end enrollment at seven locations
A for-profit college says it plans to stop enrolling fresh students at seven locations across its multistate chain.
UVA to pay for review, make security switches after march
The University of Virginia has hired a consulting rigid to evaluate its safety infrastructure following a torch-lit march of white nationalists on campus.
No. Twenty one Virginia Tech hammers No. Twenty two West Virginia 31-24
Virginia Tech made FedEx Field feel like Lane Stadium Northeast and got to bring that Black Diamond Trophy back to Blacksburg for the very first time in more than a decade.
Redskins safety Su’a Cravens talked out of retiring for now
Washington Redskins safety Su’a Cravens had to be talked out of retiring on Sunday during a meeting with team president Bruce Allen, and his future with the team is in doubt.
Michigan State sued after rejecting white nationalist group
A lawsuit has been filed against Michigan State University after it denied a request to rent space on campus for white nationalist Richard Spencer to speak in September.
London supplies phat upset in debut as Howard’s coach
Cam Newton isn’t the only quarterback in the family to lead a team to an improbable win.
Local charity collects private items for women, damsels displaced by Harvey
When escaping storms or floodwaters, some private care supplies may slip off the list of significant things to grab when life and limb are at risk. A local organization has rallied community members to help pack that void for Texas storm victims.
After act of hate, Va. church sees outpouring of love and support
A week after racist notes were left at the door of a Dumfries church, the Prince William County police chief and even a former candidate for Lt. governor demonstrated their solidarity with the congregation.
Charlottesville grapples with aftermath of violence from three weeks ago
“It’s truly hard to have this violence in our town and have somebody die a few blocks from our house,” said Grace Hale, a University of Virginia professor of 20th-century southern history.