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A look at Virginia's ties to Artemis II moon mission as crew returns to Earth
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (431+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " The Artemis II crew is making their way back to Earth from a 10-day mission to the moon, preparing for a Friday evening splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. University of Richmond physics professor Jack Singal said there are…...
Tim Sands to step down as Virginia Tech president; Commonwealth politicians reflect on his service
11+ hour, 16+ min ago (348+ words) BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) " Virginia Tech president Tim Sands announced plans to step down. In a letter addressed to Hokies everywhere, Sands indicated he would serve in the role until a suitable successor is in place. Sands is the 16th president of…...
New Virginia laws: Gov. Spanberger signs legislation focused on gun violence, protecting law enforcement
4+ hour, 19+ min ago (170+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed another batch of legislation into Virginia law, the most recent bills focusing on gun violence, safety and supporting law enforcement, according to a news release from her office. "As a former federal law…...
Environmentalist critiques wording of bill to study Virginia's energy infrastructure
4+ hour, 1+ min ago (877+ words) RICHMOND "Lawmakers this session introduced companion bills to study how the state's energy infrastructure can be more efficient. These bills come amid growing bipartisan concerns about rising energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions and the use of clean energy. Del. Lee…...
Virginia MOCA moves into new $25 million home at Virginia Wesleyan University
13+ hour, 55+ min ago (404+ words) Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer emphasized the importance of art and'thanked hundreds of people for coming on Wednesday before building to the dramatic end of his speech, smiling and quickening his pace'with each phrase: "Therefore, I, Robert M. "Bobby" Dyer, as…...
Virginia Wesleyan's Wilson fights to strike out cancer with team standing beside her
1+ day, 22+ min ago (1096+ words) WTKR VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (WTKR)- Be it as a player or a coach, Jenna Wilson has always been on the softball field A Smithfield native who played her college ball at East Carolina, she landed at Virginia Wesleyan as an…...
Mayor touts Chesapeake's "small town feel' and regionalism in annual State of the City
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (379+ words) CHESAPEAKE " Even a city that spans more than 350 square miles and boasts around 250, 000 residents can still be considered a small town. A "small town feel" and regionalism were the themes of Chesapeake Mayor Rick West's annual State of the City…...
Virginia turkey season opens this weekend as officials urge hunters to stay alert
21+ hour, 16+ min ago (328+ words) CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WSET) " Gobbler season opens this weekend across Virginia, and conservation police are urging hunters and anyone spending time outdoors to stay alert because turkey hunting can be more dangerous than other seasons. Officials say the way turkeys…...
Three Virginia Tech graduates help Aloka finish the Walk for Peace
22+ hour, 7+ min ago (547+ words) Three Virginia Tech graduates embodied their alma mater's motto " Ut Prosim, That I May Serve " by volunteering their veterinary services to help Aloka, the beloved canine companion of the Walk for Peace, cross the finish line. Aloka suffered a torn…...
Mayor West highlights economic growth and bringing more jobs to Chesapeake in annual State of the City address
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (714+ words) CHESAPEAKE, Va. " Mayor Rick West delivered his annual State of the City address Thursday at the Chesapeake Conference Center. He showcased a year of significant economic growth and outlined plans for continued regional collaboration that he says will benefit all…...