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Funeral services held for former Wise HS football players Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — The funeral service for Khyree Jackson and Isaiah Hazel was held Friday morning at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International. The two former Wise High School graduates and football players tragically lost their lives in a car crash on July 6 in Prince George's County.
The Weekend Outlook: Gloomy Friday followed by hot, sunny weekend in store for Tri-Cities
Welcome to The Weekend Outlook! This new weekly briefing will cover the upcoming weekend forecast for the Tri-City area, so you can keep informed on important weather updates and stay ahead of your plans. Whether you're organizing an outdoor adventure, a family gathering or simply curious about what to expect, we've got you...
Chesterfield school leaders unveil new food distribution center
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - On Thursday afternoon, leaders from Chesterfield County Public Schools cut a piece of plastic wrap to commemorate the grand opening of a new food distribution center. The facility, located along Permilla Springs Drive in Chester, aims to bring more local fresh fruits and vegetables to school...
Hopewell Fire Marshal: Soccer complex fire caused by fireworks
The fire that significantly burned the Atwater Soccer Complex was caused by discarded firework material, according to the Hopewell Fire Marshal’s Office. A fire at the complex located at 200 Atwater Road in Hopewell broke out around 11 p.m. on July 14, “causing significant damage to the entire building and its contents,” officials said. The City of Hopewell Fire and EMS responded to the scene within six minutes of receiving a call for service and managed to get the fire under control within 35 minutes of arrival.
'Into warp speed': Bobb Group escalates work on Hopewell finances, stresses future unity
HOPEWELL – Saying the project has now reached “warp speed” stage, the Robert Bobb Group told City Council that between now and the end of its contract, it will push Hopewell hard to make sure the city’s $2 million investment in rebuilding its fiscal infrastructure will not be in vain. “At this point,...
‘Petersburg born, Petersburg bred’: Local photographer wins national competition, comes home to showcase exhibit
Gary D. Jones, a Petersburg-native, is coming home to showcase a sentimental and reflective photography exhibit based on his hometown after winning the top prize at a national competition.
Developers: Temp casino open 'within a year' of Petersburg voters' approval
PETERSBURG – The co-developers of the proposed $1.4 billion casino complex have shared specifics about what they are planning almost immediately should Petersburg voters greenlight their plans on a Nov. 5 referendum. The Cordish Companies and Bruce Smith Enterprise, Petersburg’s partners in the Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia said a temporary site will...
Test Shows Petersburg, VA, Firefighter Nearly Twice over Legal Limit
The breath test registered .145 -- nearly twice the legal limit. That's what a firefighter behind the wheel of a Petersburg fire truck blew Tuesday afternoon after the rig hit a parked vehicle. A person who saw the fire truck stopped in the middle of the street initially thought it...
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race?. Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Gas Prices Hold Steady as Summer Ends
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After a turbulent summer, gas prices are set to remain steady as July ends and August begins. AAA’s Mid-Atlantic spokesperson, Morgan Dean, reports that the national average rose by only 2 cents last week, currently at $3.52 per gallon. In the Charlottesville area, the price of a gallon of gas stands at $3.43, just a penny higher than it was at this time last year.
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