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Virginia business owner sentenced to over 2 years in prison for role in multi-state catalytic converter theft conspiracy
A North Carolina scrap metal dealer and Emporia business owner was sentenced to over two years in prison for the part he played in a catalytic converter theft conspiracy that spanned multiple states.
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Tom Robertson, former Carilion CEO who helped lead Roanoke’s transformation into a medical hub, dies at 81
Among Robertson's list of accomplishments was leading the fundraising effort to renovate the Hotel Roanoke and establishing the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament. The post Tom Robertson, former Carilion CEO who helped lead Roanoke’s transformation into a medical hub, dies at 81 appeared first on Cardinal News .
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Danville Goodwill stores to merge into single location
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Two of Danville's Goodwill stores are set to merge into a single location at the former Office Max building on Crown Drive. The stores on Westover Drive and Franklin Turnpike will consolidate to improve efficiency for staff, customers, and donors, said Mindy Boyd, Chief Operating Officer of Goodwill.
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Virginia Spring Weather Update: Strong Storms, Heavy Rain Possible This Weekend Across Central and Southwest Virginia
Blacksburg, VA – A shift in spring weather will bring warm temperatures and increased storm chances across central and southwest Virginia this weekend. Residents should prepare for periods of heavy rain and possible thunderstorms, particularly on Saturday and Sunday. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Blacksburg, strong...
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Proposed housing development on historic property in Elliston brings mixed feelings
ELLISTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A proposed housing development covering around 276 acres of the historic Fotheringay property could soon make its way to Elliston. A recently filed rezoning request by the Fotheringay family and developer Stateson Homes details about 276 acres of the 659-acre property could be used for a new subdivision with around 400 single-family homes, townhomes, and villas.
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UVA, GMU respond to Trump admin demands over diversity initiatives
This story was reported and written by VPM News. After the U.S. Department of Education sent a letter in February saying funding could be rescinded if schools don’t adhere to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, at least two Virginia universities have adjusted how they approach diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
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Multiple individuals sentenced in Virginia for defrauding pandemic unemployment program
Abingdon, Virginia – A federal investigation into fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims has resulted in the sentencing of five additional individuals this week in U.S. District Court in Abingdon. The scheme, which involved fraudulent filings through the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC), resulted in the theft of over $341,000 in relief funds meant for eligible recipients.