Viola Higgins
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Virginia
Virginia joins national push for zero-emission transportation with more than $10 million federal EV grant
Virginia – Virginia is poised to get $10.8 million in federal money in a major step towards increasing its coverage…
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Virginia
Local governments and nonprofits encouraged to apply for AARP Virginia’s 2025 grant program
Virginia – AARP Virginia is now accepting applications for its 2025 Community Challenge grants in an effort to improve livability…
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Virginia
Construction begins on the roundabout at Old Plank Road and Chancellor Road in Spotsylvania County
Fredericksburg, Virginia – Starting Monday, January 6, construction crews will begin work on a roundabout at the intersection of Route 610…
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Virginia
Virginia sees major growth in November sports betting activity with over $760 million wagered
Bristol, Virginia – The Virginia Lottery has released its report on sports wagering activity for November 2024, showcasing significant growth in…
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Local News
City of Roanoke kicks off Christmas tree collection program
Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke Solid Waste Management division has begun its annual Christmas tree collection program, ensuring…
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Crime & Safety
Man fatally shot his son in the forehead as the victim was trying to protect his fiancée after his father threatened to shoot her for hiding her future mother-in-law’s affair; charged
Missouri – In a tragic incident that unfolded on Christmas Eve in Missouri, a 61-year-old man, identified as H. Luster, was…
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Virginia
Virginia-based Food City resolves claims of improper opioid dispensing with major $8.5 million settlement
Virginia – In a significant legal resolution, K-VA-T Food Stores Inc., operating as Food City, has agreed to pay $8,488,378…
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Crime & Safety
Man wrapped his girlfriend’s body in a sheet and placed it under the bed after he stabbed her to death following an argument; sentenced
Florida – In a harrowing case of domestic violence in Florida that has drawn nationwide attention, a 27-year-old man, identified as…
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Crime & Safety
24-year-old mother got out of the shower after spending the night with a 15-year-old boy and found her 3-year-old son missing, only to learn a short time later he drowned in a nearby pond; sentenced
Florida – In a disturbing case in Florida that highlights the consequences of neglect and deceit, a 24-year-old mother identified…
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Virginia
Virginia casinos generate over $63 million in gaming revenue for November 2024
Portsmouth, Virginia – The Virginia Lottery has released its November 2024 casino gaming activity report, highlighting robust financial contributions from the…
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