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2 children taken to the hospital after bus crashes into house

HOPEWELL, Va. ( WWBT /Gray News) - Two children were taken to the hospital after a school bus crashed into a home Monday morning in Virginia. According to police, four children and the driver were on the bus when it crashed just before 8:15 a.m. Anthony Montanye said he saw the scene from right across the street.

Transportation Board looking for public input on future projects, initiatives

Public input is encouraged to determine which future projects and initiatives will get funded through The Draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2031 Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP).

Wayne Ryan named Executive Director of the WVSSAC

Ryan has been with the WVSSAC since the summer of 2016, serving as Assistant Executive Director and Associate Executive Director over that time.

With a chip on their shoulders, Grand and Seitz pace Jacks to another impressive showing

Weston Seitz and Beckett Grand paced the Bemidji High School boys golf team to a first-place finish in their home invite. As the lone returning varsity players from last spring, Seitz and Grand are shouldering leadership roles.

Small earthquake reported Tuesday afternoon in west-central Virginia

A small earthquake rattled parts of west-central Virginia Tuesday afternoon.According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 2.8-magntitude earthquake was recorded around Dillwyn and Farmville around 1:08 p.

Opioid settlement grant applications are now open

Thanks to resources made available through the Minnesota Opioid Settlement, local groups can now apply for grants to support impactful, community-driven projects focused on prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. The goal is to support bold, lasting solutions, especially in communities that have been hit hardest by the opioid epidemic.

Virginia Democratic Rep Connolly's ex-chief of staff launches bid for former boss' House seat

Congressman Connolly’s impact on Fairfax, Virginia, and our nation is immeasurable, and his work has touched every corner of our community,” James Walkinshaw said.

Virginia Beach production studio offers immersive video backdrop and special effects tech

The Lynnhaven studio boasts a massive curved wall designed to create the illusion of an infinite background, which is ideal for seamless backdrops, large-scale photo and video shoots or immersive

Map: 3.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Virginia

A minor, 3.0-magnitude earthquake struck in Virginia on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 1:08 p.m. Eastern about 5 miles south of Dillwyn, Va., data from the agency shows.

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire Professional AC Repair Service

Top Democrats Have Been Enabling Trump

America desperately needs a united front to restrain the wrecking ball of the Trump regime. While outraged opposition has been visible and vocal, it

Avtub: A New Era in the Digital World of Information

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Empty Bowls - but cups runneth over

The state basketball semi-finals took a toll on attendance at the annual fundraiser, but who can object to that?

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Girls Basketball: Alexandria falls to No. 1 seed Benilde-St. Margaret's in Class 3A state semifinal

Alexandria cuts down an 18-point deficit but the two-time defending state champion Benilde-St. Margaret's gets an 8-point win in the Class 3A State Tournament semifinals

Pro-veteran protest was held in Alexandria on March 14

ALEXANDRIA — A protest decrying President Trump's policies regarding veterans was held in Alexandria Friday, March 14. The group lined almost an entire side of a city block. The group started at the north end of Broadway by the Armory building before it started south, eventually reaching Veterans Memorial Park.

Sen. Bernie Sanders to host Denver rally against Trump, Musk with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont will make an appearance on March 21 in Denver’s Civic Center Park, alongside liberal firebrand Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York, for the latest

Ocasio-Cortez Lashes Out at Schumer Over His Support for G.O.P. Budget

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized a fellow New York lawmaker, Senator Chuck Schumer, for siding with Republicans. Her tough language even drew talk of a primary challenge.

Senator AOC?

The Senate minority leader’s flip-flop decision Thursday to vote with the GOP to advance a stopgap government funding measure — after nearly all House Democrats voted against it — sent waves of fury through the party.

This Sydney café is serving $2 coffees, and you can take that, cozzie lives

Alexandria’s family-owned Genovese Coffee House has been knocking out $2 espressos for years, and in good news, the price isn’t going up anytime soon

County council delays support for regional utility district

The first step toward formation of a utility district to remedy an environmental issue in Monroe Township has been delayed. The Madison County Council Tuesday voted to table a request for the council to support a resolution for the formation of a regional utility district.

From supermarkets to state funerals: How Wael Shawky reframes history, religion

In his 2005 video series “The Cave,” Egyptian artist Wael Shawky strides through bustling supermarkets in Istanbul, Amsterdam and Hamburg, vigorously reciting a chapter from the Quran from memory - his voice echoing through the aisles as puzzled locals look on.

Girls Basketball: Alexandria wears down DeLaSalle in MSHSL Class 3A State Tournament quarterfinal win

Fifth-seeded Alexandria earns lopsided win over fourth-seeded DeLaSalle to advance to Thursday's state semifinal

The deeply chilling calls to investigate AOC’s ‘know your rights’ immigration session: Will McCorkle

If we care about basic decency and the values of the 4th and 5th Amendments, which U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was only explaining to immigrant communities, we have to stand against attempts to turn that session into a criminal matter,

Villiard Reaches Plea Deal for Stealing From D.C. Everst Dance Team

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — The former coach of the D.C. Everst Dance Team has pled guilty to a lesser charge after she was caught stealing thousands of dollars from the team’s operating account. Alexandria Villiard pled guilty to a misdemeanor count of theft in a business setting on Tuesday and was fined $100.

10 Best Places to Retire in the Southeast—Including the 'Friendliest Town in the South'

Based on data from Investopedia, these are the best places to retire in Georgia, Virginia, South Carolina, West Virginia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and more.

Hearing Set for Alexandria Man Charged in Fatal Sterling Stabbing

A preliminary hearing has been set for an Alexandria man charged in a fatal stabbing that occurred March 1 in Sterling.

‘It’s Really Pathetic’: Tom Homan Goes Off On Jasmine Crockett For Saying Illegal Immigration ‘Not A Crime’

Border czar Tom Homan criticized Democratic Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett on Monday for wrongly asserting that illegal immigration is not

Manhunt launched for teenager after carjacking and phone theft

Investigators are now looking to trace the carjacker, who is described as a white male, aged between 15 and 17 years old, and around 5ft 6in tall.

What if the Seven Wonders had survived? Here’s how they would look in 2025

The ancient Greeks and Romans built astonishing monuments like the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and while only the Great Pyramid of Giza remains intact, we’ve reimagined the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World as modern-day tourist attractions.

Winner of this year's 'Great Hotdish Bake-Off' in Alexandria was Central MN Elder Network

The team not only took home the Judge's Choice Award, but were also were voted as the People's Choice Award winners.

Alexandra Daddario Told a FRIENDS Star That Being a Movie Actor Was Superior That She Still Regrets Today: “I’m still embarrassed”

Alexandra Daddario once told a FRIENDS star that movie actors were superior. Years later, she still cringes at the rookie mistake.

You can repair shrubs that have been damaged by rabbits

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about specific apple tree sprays and commiserated about fake hosta seeds.

Coping skills imporant aspect of suicide prevention

Coping skills are very important for someone who is feeling like engaging in self-harm or suicidal behavior, Nash said.

Hockey: Lumberjacks top Blizzard in regular season finale

ALEXANDRIA — The Alexandria Blizzard took a 1-0 lead late in the first period of its game on Friday against the Granite City Lumberjacks as Jackson Miller scored for the Blizzard. But four unanswered goals gave the Lumberjacks a 4-1 win at the Runestone Community Center in Alexandria on March 7, 2025.