Newly Discovered Asteroid Possibly On Collision Course With Earth… Well, Maybe
A newly discovered asteroid has a chance of hitting Earth on December 22, 2032. While scientists are monitoring its path closely, they good news is that risk remains very low, with a 99% likelihood it will miss Earth entirely. The asteroid is being tracked closely by some of the world’s top telescopes.
Read MoreAudit Shows Gaps In Northumberland County
A forensic audit of Northumberland County’s finances revealed significant gaps in oversight, documentation, and policy enforcement. The audit, covering 2019-2023, found issues with payroll, procurement, and budgeting, particularly within the school system. Following the presentation, the board directed a corrective action plan to be developed by February 13, focusing on improved financial management and succession […]
Read MoreKilmarnock Re-Organizes For The New Year
At its first meeting of the year, the Kilmarnock Town Council appointed a new vice mayor, with Rebecca Nunn taking over the role after a 3-2 vote. The council also welcomed new member Matt Cunningham and appointed Alice Cooper as the planning commission liaison. Updates were made to regulations at Town Centre Park, restricting dogs […]
Read MoreSaliboat Fire Leaves Deltaville Man With Nothing Except His Dog, His Coat, & His Phone
The investigation continues into a fire that destroyed a sailboat home at Fishing Bay Marina in Deltaville one week ago, leaving 72-year-old Navy veteran Rusty Chrisley homeless. Chrisley managed to escape with only his dog, coat, and phone, after the fire quickly spread on his Pearson 37-foot sailboat. Firefighters arrived quickly and contained the blaze, […]
Read MoreStratford Hall Historic Preserve Earns Grant
Stratford Hall Historic Preserve has been awarded an $835,000 Virginia 250 Preservation Fund Grant for restoration and accessibility improvements. The grant will fund ADA-compliant upgrades to restrooms and pathways and replace three historic roofs. The project is part of Stratford Hall’s efforts to enhance the visitor experience in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the […]
Read MoreVirginia Earns An “F” In One National Report Card
Health organizations are pushing for more anti-tobacco funding and research after a national report card gives Virginia gets a failing grade. Katie Gray explains… 2025-01-30 – WKWI-GRAY-TOBACCO CONTROL (PURPLE 38) SCRIPT: The American Lung Association is asking Congress to fund the Food and Drug Administration’s anti-tobacco efforts. The association has released its 2025 State of […]
Read MoreUrbanna Town Hall Saga Continues
Urbanna’s ongoing efforts to purchase its new town hall at 390 Virginia St. have entered year four of renting the property. The town has been leasing the building since January 2022 for over $3,000 a month, with plans to credit rent toward a $1.1 million purchase. Despite council approval last year to buy the property, […]
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