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Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inauguration
Read full article: Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inaugurationAbigail Spanberger is set to become Virginia's first female governor after centuries of men holding the state's top office.
FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'
Read full article: FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'The Federal Aviation Administration is urging U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and satellite navigation interference.
Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters
Read full article: Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protestersA U.S. judge has ruled federal officers in Minneapolis-area immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters who aren’t obstructing authorities, including when these people are observing the agents.
Trump issues a flurry of pardons, including for a woman whose sentence he commuted in his first term
Read full article: Trump issues a flurry of pardons, including for a woman whose sentence he commuted in his first termPresident Donald Trump has issued a series of pardons, including for the father of a large donor to his super PAC and a woman who ended up back in prison after he commuted her sentence during his first term.
Appalachian Power shocks Bedford customers after electric bill costs
Read full article: Appalachian Power shocks Bedford customers after electric bill costsResidents and businesses in Bedford are experiencing unexpected increases in their electric bills, causing concern throughout the community. Local business owner Jeremy Rowlett shares how his electric costs jumped by $200 last month. Efforts are ongoing to get a response from AEP about the rising charges.
Appalachian Power shocks Bedford customers after electric bill costs
Read full article: Appalachian Power shocks Bedford customers after electric bill costsResidents and businesses in Bedford are experiencing unexpected increases in their electric bills, causing concern throughout the community. Local business owner Jeremy Rowlett shares how his electric costs jumped by $200 last month. Efforts are ongoing to get a response from AEP about the rising charges.
Danville Area Humane Society upping support for local pet owners
Read full article: Danville Area Humane Society upping support for local pet ownersThe Danville Area Humane Society is expanding its resources to address animal neglect and abandonment, while facing ongoing scrutiny over its euthanasia practices.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banks
Read full article: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banksThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints teamed up with JustServe to donate over 40,000 lbs of food to 250 food banks across the country.
WATCH: Virginia flaggers celebrate Lee-Jackson day in Lexington
Read full article: WATCH: Virginia flaggers celebrate Lee-Jackson day in LexingtonPeople gathered in Lexington on Friday to celebrate Lee-Jackson Day. While it is no longer a state holiday, many in the area come together ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honor Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson.
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New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn't raise the risk of autism despite Trump's claims
Read full article: New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn't raise the risk of autism despite Trump's claimsA new review of studies has found that taking Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities.
Danville Area Humane Society upping support for local pet owners
Read full article: Danville Area Humane Society upping support for local pet ownersThe Danville Area Humane Society is expanding its resources to address animal neglect and abandonment, while facing ongoing scrutiny over its euthanasia practices.
Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by Grok
Read full article: Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by GrokThe mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing his AI company over deepfake images of her on the internet.
Trump quietly appoints 4 members to commission that will review his White House ballroom plan
Read full article: Trump quietly appoints 4 members to commission that will review his White House ballroom planPresident Donald Trump this week quietly appointed four new members to the Commission of Fine Arts, one of two federal panels reviewing his plan to build a White House ballroom.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banks
Read full article: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banksThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints teamed up with JustServe to donate over 40,000 lbs of food to 250 food banks across the country.
WATCH: Virginia flaggers celebrate Lee-Jackson day in Lexington
Read full article: WATCH: Virginia flaggers celebrate Lee-Jackson day in LexingtonPeople gathered in Lexington on Friday to celebrate Lee-Jackson Day. While it is no longer a state holiday, many in the area come together ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honor Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson.
Trump offers to restart US mediation in Nile River dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia
Read full article: Trump offers to restart US mediation in Nile River dispute between Egypt and EthiopiaPresident Donald Trump says he's ready to restart U.S. mediation between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile River water sharing.
Justice Department says members of Congress can't intervene in release of Epstein files
Read full article: Justice Department says members of Congress can't intervene in release of Epstein filesManhattan’s top federal prosecutor said Friday that a judge lacks the authority to appoint a neutral expert to oversee the public release of documents in the sex trafficking probe of financier Jeffrey Epstein and British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell.
Trump administration delays plan to withhold wages for student loan borrowers in default
Read full article: Trump administration delays plan to withhold wages for student loan borrowers in defaultThe Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendum
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendumVirginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly is advancing a constitutional amendment to allow redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. This means Virginia voters will now be tasked with deciding whether lawmakers should redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. Officials say the legislature's proposed congressional map will be made public by the end of January, ahead of the referendum in April. The redistricting resolution has sparked raucous debate among lawmakers on the merits of gerrymandering a battleground state known to have moderate and independent voters. The state currently is represented in the U.S. House by six Democrats and five Republicans.
Botetourt County residents voice concerns over proposed data center’s impact on local water supply
Read full article: Botetourt County residents voice concerns over proposed data center’s impact on local water supplyResidents of Botetourt County packed a meeting to express fears about the proposed data center's potential environmental impact, particularly on Carvin's Cove, the local water supply.
Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive species
Read full article: Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive speciesThe Virginia National Heritage Program announced the Roanoke Valley Naturalist Chapter volunteers removed thousands of pounds of invasive species.
Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest VirginiaIvana Sumbundu, founder of Vana Verse, is dedicated to connecting local authors with local readers in Southwest Virginia.
Lynchburg Police seeking public’s assistance in identifying vehicle that caused property damage to the Middle School
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seeking public’s assistance in identifying vehicle that caused property damage to the Middle SchoolThe Lynchburg Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to identify a vehicle and the driver involved in property damage at Linkhorne Middle School.
E.C. Glass High School closed Thursday over potential threat and LPD investigation, according to officials
Read full article: E.C. Glass High School closed Thursday over potential threat and LPD investigation, according to officialsLynchburg City Schools announced Wednesday that E.C. Glass High School would be closed out of an abundance of caution after investigators and law enforcement were made aware of a threat made involving an external contractor working on E.C. Glass Grounds.
Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan future
Read full article: Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan futureVirginia’s data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, and leaders from across the commonwealth gathered in Lynchburg to chart its future at the Emerging Industry Summit on Data Center Development.
Man charged after assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in Lynchburg
Read full article: Man charged after assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in LynchburgA man has been charged and is currently in custody in connection with an assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Lynchburg streetlight outages widespread, vice mayor urges better reporting
Read full article: Lynchburg streetlight outages widespread, vice mayor urges better reportingHundreds of streetlights are currently out across Lynchburg, affecting many neighborhoods and raising concerns about safety. The city’s vice mayor is investigating the issue and working on improving how outages are reported and addressed. Residents are urged to stay cautious when out after dark as the city seeks solutions.
Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobs
Read full article: Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobsInfinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
15th arrest made in Martinsville shooting that killed 39-year-old woman
Read full article: 15th arrest made in Martinsville shooting that killed 39-year-old womanThe Martinsville Police Department has made its 15th arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 39-year-old woman last August.
Crisis Center comes to Alleghany Highlands
Read full article: Crisis Center comes to Alleghany HighlandsMillions of dollars in state funding will provide a boost to mental health services in the Alleghany Highlands. Lawmakers and community members broke ground Monday on a new 24/7 crisis receiving center in Covington, an effort to help adults and children dealing with mental health emergencies.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banks
Read full article: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, JustServe donate over 40,000 lbs of food to food banksThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints teamed up with JustServe to donate over 40,000 lbs of food to 250 food banks across the country.
Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendum
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendumVirginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly is advancing a constitutional amendment to allow redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. This means Virginia voters will now be tasked with deciding whether lawmakers should redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. Officials say the legislature's proposed congressional map will be made public by the end of January, ahead of the referendum in April. The redistricting resolution has sparked raucous debate among lawmakers on the merits of gerrymandering a battleground state known to have moderate and independent voters. The state currently is represented in the U.S. House by six Democrats and five Republicans.
Another Clipper System & A Cold Snap Ahead
Read full article: Another Clipper System & A Cold Snap AheadSouthwest and Central Virginia face a weekend of clipper systems and a significant chance of rare snow in the Carolinas, along with wind chills and below-average temperatures, according to 10 News Weather Authority.
Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration marks historic moment for Virginia and VMI cadets
Read full article: Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration marks historic moment for Virginia and VMI cadetsThree female battalion commanders from the Virginia Military Institute will march in Saturday’s inaugural parade as Abigail Spanberger becomes the Commonwealth’s first female governor. These cadets are also making history themselves.
Botetourt County residents voice concerns over proposed data center’s impact on local water supply
Read full article: Botetourt County residents voice concerns over proposed data center’s impact on local water supplyResidents of Botetourt County packed a meeting to express fears about the proposed data center's potential environmental impact, particularly on Carvin's Cove, the local water supply.
Concerns raised over data centers in Pittsylvania County
Read full article: Concerns raised over data centers in Pittsylvania CountyConstruction is underway at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill, but a proposed rezoning measure has sparked concerns among Pittsylvania County residents about the area’s future development.
Bitter Cold & High Winds Today!
Read full article: Bitter Cold & High Winds Today!A few snow flurries have worked their way into the region overnight and into the early morning hours today. This is all because of a quick-moving clipper system that will exit within the next couple of hours. We will then clear out the cloud cover for the remainder of the day!
Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inauguration
Read full article: Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inaugurationAbigail Spanberger is set to become Virginia's first female governor after centuries of men holding the state's top office.
FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'
Read full article: FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'The Federal Aviation Administration is urging U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and satellite navigation interference.
Trump issues a flurry of pardons, including for a woman whose sentence he commuted in his first term
Read full article: Trump issues a flurry of pardons, including for a woman whose sentence he commuted in his first termPresident Donald Trump has issued a series of pardons, including for the father of a large donor to his super PAC and a woman who ended up back in prison after he commuted her sentence during his first term.
Trump quietly appoints 4 members to commission that will review his White House ballroom plan
Read full article: Trump quietly appoints 4 members to commission that will review his White House ballroom planPresident Donald Trump this week quietly appointed four new members to the Commission of Fine Arts, one of two federal panels reviewing his plan to build a White House ballroom.
Trump offers to restart US mediation in Nile River dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia
Read full article: Trump offers to restart US mediation in Nile River dispute between Egypt and EthiopiaPresident Donald Trump says he's ready to restart U.S. mediation between Egypt and Ethiopia over Nile River water sharing.
Trump administration delays plan to withhold wages for student loan borrowers in default
Read full article: Trump administration delays plan to withhold wages for student loan borrowers in defaultThe Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendum
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendumVirginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly is advancing a constitutional amendment to allow redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. This means Virginia voters will now be tasked with deciding whether lawmakers should redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. Officials say the legislature's proposed congressional map will be made public by the end of January, ahead of the referendum in April. The redistricting resolution has sparked raucous debate among lawmakers on the merits of gerrymandering a battleground state known to have moderate and independent voters. The state currently is represented in the U.S. House by six Democrats and five Republicans.
Roanoke snow boosts winter gear sales
Read full article: Roanoke snow boosts winter gear salesAn unexpected December snowfall transformed Wasena’s hillsides into bustling sledding spots Thursday, while local outdoor retailers saw a surge in winter gear sales as parents rushed to outfit growing children.
Don’t feel like cooking? Here’s what restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day in SW Virginia
Read full article: Don’t feel like cooking? Here’s what restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day in SW VirginiaNot in the mood to cook or spend the day in the kitchen? No worries! We’ve got you covered with a list of restaurants where you can gobble until you wobble.
Consumer Reports |Experts warn against daily use of protein supplements
Read full article: Consumer Reports |Experts warn against daily use of protein supplementsAre you using protein powders as part of your daily routine? A new Consumer Reports investigation highlights a potential risk with these supplements.
How Virginia bird owners can protect flocks from highly pathogenic avian influenza
Read full article: How Virginia bird owners can protect flocks from highly pathogenic avian influenzaVirginia officials urge backyard bird owners to strengthen biosecurity as wild waterfowl migration resumes this fall, amid concerns over Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Warning: The government is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle, Cash App
Read full article: Warning: The government is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle, Cash App🚨 Consumer Reports is sounding the alarm on misleading claims about getting "free money" from Zelle and Cash App just by filling out a form.
Virginia’s Attorney General Miyares launches investigation into insulin pricing
Read full article: Virginia’s Attorney General Miyares launches investigation into insulin pricingVirginia’s Attorney General, Jason Miyares, announced Tuesday his office is investigating whether manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have artificially inflated prices while “deceiving consumers”. His office said in a press release the probe could uncover violations of the state’s Consumer Protection Act.
