Day: December 30, 2024

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Essex’s Coach Jones Named Coach Of The Year

Essex High School’s Todd Jones has been named the Virginia High School League Class 1 Coach of the Year after leading the Trojans to a state championship with a 14-1 record. Jones, who has coached Essex for 27 years, guided the team to a 22-0 win over Grayson County in the Class 1 state final, […]

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Pilot Program Offers Free Mail Order Narcan

A pilot program in the Richmond area will now mail free Narcan to anyone. Charley O’Brian with details…..

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$810,000 Funding Approved For Events & Festivals

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced over $810,000 in matching grant funds for 81 events and festivals across Virginia in 2025. The funding, part of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Special Events & Festivals Sponsorship Program, aims to boost visitation and support local tourism businesses. The program is expected to generate more than $5.6 million in marketing […]

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Virginia Based Grocery Chain Agrees To Pay Federal Claims Exceeding $8M

A Virginia-based grocery chain has agreed to pay the federal government over eight-million dollars to settle claims related to the opioid crisis…

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Virginia Minimum Wage Increases January 1, 2025

Christmas comes again January 1st for lots of Virginians. The “reason” from Charley O’Brian…..

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Montross Dealing With Waste Issues

At their most recent meeting, and in what was the final Montross Town Council meeting of 2024, Mayor Terry Cosgrove addressed ongoing issues between Westmoreland County and Republic Waste Services regarding trash disposal fees. A budget shortfall last year resulted in Republic charging the county for hauling fees, which led to changes in the system. […]

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Virginia Leaders Pay Tribute To Former President Jimmy Carter

Elected leaders here in Virginia are paying tribute to former President Jimmy Carter following his death. Governor Glenn Youngkin called Carter a devoted public servant and said his faith always inspired others. Former Governor Terry McAullife credited Carter with helping get his first political job, calling him a decent, hardworking and honorable man. U.S. Senator […]

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