The awesome reason these students climbed into the cockpit at a Virginia airport
The students, who attend high schools in Henrico County, climbed into a plane’s cockpit, explored other aircraft via a flight simulator and got a first-hand look at
Virginia Women's Basketball Adds Long Beach State Transfer Casey Valenti-Paea
Long Beach State transfer guard Casey Valenti-Paea became the fourth transfer to sign with UVA women's basketball this offseason.
Virginia Beach Crime Solvers hosting ig Pickin’ & Family Day fundraiser
Tickets for the event are $45 apiece for 13-year-olds to adults and include Malbon Brothers BBQ, fried chicken, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, ice cream from an ice cream truck, a live band, a cornhole tournament with a cash prize, entrance into the ...
Virginia Tech students visit historic Pocahontas Library
By STAFF REPORTS POCAHONTAS, Va. — Fourteen Virginia Tech students recently visited the Pocahontas Library, went through the yearbooks, wrote in the community journal, signed up for library cards, and praised the internet access,
Using riot shields and chemical irritants, police clear demonstration at University of Virginia
Dozens of police officers, using riot shields and, at times, chemical irritants, cleared a demonstration at the University of Virginia Saturday afternoon. The demonstration against the ongoing war in Gaza began several days earlier and had remained peaceful and relatively small.
Grant program provides 10 Virginia communities with boost for summer travel season
Ten Virginia communities will launch new tourism programs to boost outdoor recreation, thanks in part to a Virginia Tourism grant.
Virginia Basketball Lands First Transfer Commitment From FSU Guard Jalen Warley
Florida State guard Jalen Warley is transferring to Virginia men's basketball for his final year of eligibility, becoming UVA's first transfer addition of the offseason.
The Ultimate Guide to Nationals Opening Day
Nationals Opening Day is here, and we've got everything you need to know before the first pitch on Friday at Nationals Park. From the schedule of events to parking, we'll walk you through each aspect of the Nationals' home opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 1.
LIVE UPDATES: Maryland Bridge Collapse: 6 Workers Presumed Dead
The U.S. Coast Guard is suspending its rescue efforts following a horrific incident in Baltimore, Maryland. The Francis Scott Key Bridge plunged into the freezing waters of the Patapsco River after being hit by a container ship. Search operations will now shift focus to finding the missing six construction workers and providing closure to their families.
Mental Health Awareness Month observed by the West Virginia Department of Human Services
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has emphasized May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The DoHS has teamed up with the Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH), along with other agencies across the state and country to highlight mental health and how it plays a role in a person’s health
Commentary: Virginia counties step up to meet solar energy demand
We would like to provide some context to this important conversation on behalf of Virginia counties. Members of the Virginia Association of Counties are accommodating this emerging and intensive land use in a responsible and inclusive manner. Over the past ...
Virginia is finally pitching with 'more consistency' as the postseason nears
The 6-foot-2 right-hander fired one pitch after another with precision. Virginia freshman reliever Matt Augustin understood his responsibility and wasn’t messing around. “He’s a strike thrower. He’s going to come at you,” UVa coach Brian O ...
Teel: Virginia Tech-Miami clash could bring early juice to ACC football
If the Hokies and Hurricanes shed the erratic ways that marked their 2023 seasons, both should be undefeated and ranked when they collide Sept. 27
Virginia attorney general joins efforts to fight back against Title IX changes
A rainbow flag is raised at a demonstration event in Northern Virginia. (Nathaniel Cline/Virginia Mercury) Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has joined a multi-state effort to stop new Title IX rules from going into effect. The list of new rules ...
Virginia travelers will need a REAL ID to board planes starting May 2025
To board a domestic flight, Virginia travelers will have to have an ID-compliant driver's license with a small star to indicate they meet federal compliance.
Analysis: UVA dramatically behind its ACC, Power 5 peers in football spending
UVA ranks eighth among the eight ACC public universities that have to report their athletics spending in its annual spending on its football program.
SCSO: Scammer who convinced elderly woman to empty bank account arrested in Virginia
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A Virginia man has been arrested after he allegedly scammed a Sullivan County resident out of more than $130,000 and convinced the victim to empty her bank account. According to a news release from the Sullivan County ...
Virginia Sports Betting Books 3rd-Largest Monthly Handle in March
Virginians wagered over $635 million, which was a 24.2% jump from March 2023 and a $90 million increase from February’s handle.
Virginia Seeks 'Winning Edge' in Rematch With Notre Dame at ACC Tournament
The last time this event was played? May of 2019, when Virginia took down Notre Dame 10-4 to claim the title in the midst of an eight-game winning streak to win the national championship. The Cavaliers are hoping for a similar outcome against the same ...