Loading...
RSS feeds allow Web site content to be gathered via feed reader software. Click the subscribe link to obtain the feed URL for this page. The feed will update when new content appears on this page.

Swimming

Highlights

A collection of news and information related to Swimming published by this site and its partners.

Sort By: Relevancy | Date | Type
Displaying items 1-12 of 2322
» View wdbj7.com items only
    May 20, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7
  1. A CDC study reveals a rise in E. Coli in public pools

    Reporter
    Several pools across the area are set to open for the season this coming Memorial Day weekend. A study just released from the Centers for Disease Control shows 58% of the pools it studied, tested positive for E. Coli. The Green Ridge Recreation Center...

    Tags: E. coli Infection, Diseases and Illnesses, Memorial Day, Disease Prevention, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

  2. May 23, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7
  3. Banned swim coach to be sentenced for sex abuse

    ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) -- A Virginia man who was once one of the nation's most prominent swimming coaches is scheduled to be sentenced for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed.
    ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) -- A Virginia man who was once one of the nation's most prominent swimming coaches is scheduled to be sentenced for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed. Richard J. Curl, who pleaded guilty in February, is scheduled to...

    Tags: Sports, Abusive Behavior, Punishment

  4. May 7, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7
  5. Kimberly McBroom's Blog

    Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...

    Tags: Heavy Engineering, Dr. John (music artist), Adoption, American Idol (tv program), Government

  6. Feb 14, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7
  7. Danville preschoolers learn to swim, while inadvertently fighting obesity, learning to stay healthy

    Getting healthy doesn't have an age requirement.
    WDBJ7 Reporter
    Getting healthy doesn't have an age requirement. Preschoolers in Danville are learning the importance of exercise by swimming. To a four year old, playing in the water is the best way to have fun anytime of year. In this class, it's purpose has...

    Tags: Overweight, Healthy Diet, Weight, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Obesity

  8. Jan 16, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7
  9. Martinsville Sewage Treatment Plant overwhelmed by rain; VDH asks residents to avoid use of Smith River

    The Virginia Department of Health is asking citizens to avoid recreational use of the Smith River near Martinsville because the Martinsville Sewage Treatment Plant has been overwhelmed by recent heavy rains.
    The Virginia Department of Health is asking citizens to avoid recreational use of the Smith River near Martinsville because the Martinsville Sewage Treatment Plant has been overwhelmed by recent heavy rains. The specific area is downstream from the...

    Tags: Health, Water, Waste, Energy Saving, Sports

  10. Oct 4, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  11. Virginia Gators Honored

    The Virginia Gators Swim Club had an impressive showing at this season's Virginia Swimming Awards banquet. The Roanoke-based club had 6 swimmers nominated as Swimmers of the Year, and of those six, 3 took home the honor.
    Sports Reporter
    The Virginia Gators Swim Club had an impressive showing at this season's Virginia Swimming Awards banquet. The Roanoke-based club had 6 swimmers nominated as Swimmers of the Year, and of those six, 3 took home the honor.   “There were about 7,...

    Tags: Sports

  12. Aug 1, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  13. Salem chiropractor competed in 1984 Summer Olympics

    Olympic fever is gripping the country as American athletes go for gold in London.
    WDBJ7 Anchor/Reporter
    Olympic fever is gripping the country as American athletes go for gold in London. But, for one Salem man the view is a little different. He's a former Olympian. The attention Dr. Pat Kennedy give his patients is the same he perfected in a different...

    Tags: Michael Phelps, Summer Olympics, Sports, Dara Torres

  14. Jun 28, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  15. Parents need to think safety while swimming with their kids

    <span style="font-size: small;">With temperatures soaring into the 90s and beyond later this week, plenty of people are heading to the pools and lakes. </span>
    REPORTER
    With temperatures soaring into the 90s and beyond later this week, plenty of people are heading to the pools and lakes. That means they'll be crowded, and swimming experts say that means parents need to be extra vigilant while watching out for their...

    Tags: Health, Parenting, Sports

  16. Jun 12, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  17. Virginia Tech athletes prepare for U.S. Olympic Trials

    The 2012 Summer Olympics will dominate the sports scene by the end of July. But to get to London, everyone -- even Michael Phelps -- has to qualify.
    Sports Reporter
    The 2012 Summer Olympics will dominate the sports scene by the end of July. But to get to London, everyone -- even Michael Phelps -- has to qualify. And competing against the superstars for those precious spots will be a number of Virginia Tech athletes....

    Tags: Atlantic Coast Conference, Diving, Michael Phelps, Virginia Tech Hokies, 2012 Summer Olympics

  18. May 4, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  19. OUR HEALTH: Nutrition for Outdoor Activities

    It&rsquo;s time to dust off our tennis shoes and spring into action!&nbsp; With all the warm weather it should be no surprise that more people are physically active in the spring compared to any other season.&nbsp; Southwest Virginia in particular offers an array of things to do.&nbsp;&nbsp; Whether it&rsquo;s hiking, biking, running, swimming, kayaking, or any other outdoor activity one thing is for sure, you will be burning some major calories!&nbsp; With that in mind, nutrition can make or break your workout.&nbsp; Here are some fueling options for all fitness levels and activities:
    It’s time to dust off our tennis shoes and spring into action!  With all the warm weather it should be no surprise that more people are physically active in the spring compared to any other season.  Southwest Virginia in particular offers an array...

    Tags: Honey, Coconut, Health, Foods and Beverages, Recipes

  20. Mar 29, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  21. Kids can spend their spring break at camp in Roanoke County

    <span style="font-size: small;">There's no reason for your kids to say they are bored over spring break. That week-long break coming is up soon, but there is still time to sign them up for camp.</span>
    REPORTER
    There's no reason for your kids to say they are bored over spring break. That week-long break coming is up soon, but there is still time to sign them up for camp. Roanoke County is offering not one, but two spring break camps at Green Ridge Recreation...

    Tags: Sports

  22. Feb 15, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  23. Swimmers and Divers look ahead to Summer Olympic tryouts

    Some of the best college swimmers and divers are in Christiansburg, at the <a href="http://www.christiansburg.org/index.aspx?NID=162" target="_blank">Christiansburg Aquatic&nbsp;Center</a>, for the ACC&nbsp;championships. The women are competing this week, the men will compete next weekend.
    Reporter
    Some of the best college swimmers and divers are in Christiansburg, at the Christiansburg Aquatic Center, for the ACC championships. The women are competing this week, the men will compete next weekend. It's a high flying, twisting, tumbling competition....

    Tags: 2016 Olympic Games, Virginia Cavaliers, Atlantic Coast Conference, Virginia Tech Hokies, Sports

 1  2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11-194Next >
Original site for Swimming topic gallery.
Loading...
 
 

Date:

Credit:

User-submitted

Tags:

Rate:
Sending...

E-mail this photo

Error: malformed email address(es)
Both "from" and "recipient" email fields are required.

Recipient E-mail Addresses

(up to 3, separated by commas) Send me a copy.

From:

e-mail | buy this photo | link to photo
Swimming Photos
Aberdeen Roncalli's MacKenzie Martin, left, takes the b...
(May 25, 2013)
State Track Saturday
Herreid/Selby Area's Haylee Biel approached the bar in...
(May 24, 2013)
Class B State Track Friday
A CDC study points to an unpleasant reality: Many swimm...
(May 16, 2013)
Swimming pools