Two dimensions – “Opportunity & Competition” along with “Academic & Work Environment” using 24 relevant metrics were part of the study conducted by analytics group Wallet Hub that found Virginia one of the best states for teachers. 9-27 Teachers wrap 1-WEB CLICK HERE to see the findings The post Virginia ranked 6th most teacher friendly state…… Continue Reading
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Eight Virginia Commonwealth University students have been charged with hazing in a fraternity pledge’s death from alcohol poisoning after a party earlier this year, officials said Friday. The eight men arrested Friday range in age from 19 to 22, police said. All are charged with unlawful hazing of a student and…… Continue Reading
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Sam Hartman threw three touchdown passes and Wake Forest scored on its first seven possessions in a 37-17 victory against Virginia on Friday night. The Demon Deacons (4-0, 2-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) won their fifth in a row against the Cavaliers as Hartman connected on scoring throws of 39 yards to…… Continue Reading
The CDC has now endorsed COVID-19 booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans. WFIR’s Ian Price has details on how this affects Virginia: 09-24 Boosters WRAP The post Booster shots approved federally — but not yet in VA first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The VDH reports that an employee who worked at three Famous Anthony’s restaurant locations in Roanoke has been diagnosed with hepatitis A. Anyone who visited the Famous Anthony’s locations on Grandin Road, Williamson Road or at the now-closed Crystal Spring Avenue from August 10th through August 26th only, may have been exposed. 10 cases have…… Continue Reading
A three-year grant from the Virginia Department of Education totaling more than 2 million dollars will allow Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia to add more sites to its afterschool and summer camp program. The new afterschool programs start October 4th. Boys & Girls is looking to fill 64 full and part time positions. Michelle…… Continue Reading
HENRY COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police Troopers have arrested a Martinsville man in connection with the hit-and-run of a Henry County boy on Thursday (Sept. 23, 2021) on Route 57 in Henry County. After extensive investigation and conducting multiple interviews, state police have identified David Paul Walker, 57, of Martinsville, Va., as the driver…… Continue Reading
Republican Nominee for Attorney General Jason Miyares had a press call with members of law enforcement to talk about a statement in a Mark Herring ad… WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more 9-24 Miyares Press wrap 2-WEB The post GOP Nominee for AG Jason Miyares on police accountability first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
CLIFTON FORGE—Governor Ralph Northam today announced the reopening of Green Pastures Recreation Area in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. The Commonwealth of Virginia will work with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service to restore and manage Green Pastures as a satellite of nearby Douthat State Park. This area was one of…… Continue Reading
As part of its outreach effort, the Virginia Department of Health will hold a number of COVID vaccinations clinics in neighborhood settings, beginning with one tomorrow at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home in Northwest Roanoke. There is another at Mt Zion AME Church next Saturday on Melrose Avenue and one at Thrasher Park the following day. See…… Continue Reading