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Some patriotic paint is getting one engine back on track
reporterOne look at the 1776 could be enough to put you in a patriotic mood. "This locomotive is special because the Norfolk Western was the first one in the country to paint a locomotive red, white and blue for the bicentenial," explains Virginia Museum of...Tags: Norfolk Southern Corporation, Museums, Arts and Culture, Museums
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President declares Virginia disaster area; FEMA to provide help
News release from FEMA, Federal Emergency Management Agency:
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that federal aid has been made available to Commonwealth of Virginia to...Tags: Newport News (Newport News, Virginia), Hurricane Irene (2011), Hampton (Hampton, Virginia), Defense, National Security
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American Red Cross, Salvation Army, & Appalachian Power from Roanoke are helping hurricane victims
ReporterSouthwest Virginia is helping its friends to the east. Several relief organizations are currently stationed in the Richmond and Norfolk areas to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. The Southwest Virginia chapter of the American Red Cross has...Tags: Christianity, North Carolina, Relief and Aid Organizations, Charity, Disasters and Accidents
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Downtown Roanoke makes room for electric vehicles
Electric cars are rare in this area but downtown Roanoke is making room for these "green" vehicles.
The first electric car charging station has been installed in Roanoke.
It's in front of the Virginia Transportation Museum on Norfolk Avenue.
When the...Tags: Hybrid Vehicles, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Fuel-efficient Vehicles
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Virginia getting federal aid from Hurricane Irene
Associated PressRICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- President Barack Obama has granted Virginia's request for disaster assistance for 22 cities and counties to cover the costs of damage caused by Hurricane Irene. Gov. Bob McDonnell said Saturday the declaration enables the Federal...Tags: Newport News (Newport News, Virginia), Hurricane Irene (2011), Hampton (Hampton, Virginia), Southampton (Southampton, Virginia), Portsmouth (Portsmouth, Virginia)
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Verizon Wireless bringing 4G service to Roanoke
Verizon Wireless will bring its 4G LTE network to Roanoke by year's end. The wireless company made the announcement Wednesday.
“We’re proud to expand our 4G LTE footprint to more areas of Virginia and help residents, small businesses and...Tags: Newport News (Newport News, Virginia), File Sharing, Computer Hardware, Economy, Business and Finance, Television
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Gas prices could rise 60 cents by May
Four dollar a gallon gasoline could be here by the end of the spring.
According to AAA, prices could spike another 60 cents or more before May.
Right now, regular unleaded gas in Roanoke averages $3.42 a gallon.
Last month, prices were about 21...Tags: Manufacturing and Engineering, Minor League Baseball, Prices, Energy Resources, Automotive Equipment
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Several postal outlets in Virginia considered for closure
ReporterRICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- More than 90 U.S. Postal Service retail outlets in Virginia are being considered for closure. Click here for the complete list. The outlets are among 3,653 local offices, branches and stations across the nation that will be...Tags: Mail Order Industry, John Wilson, Long Island, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), U.S. Postal Service
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Ninety-six percent of Virginia schools reach full accreditation
Ninety-six percent of Virginia's public schools are fully accredited for the 2011-12 school year.
The Virginia Department of Education made the announcement Thursday. The accreditation is based on performance of students on Standards of Learning and...Tags: Pittsylvania County, Carroll County (Virginia), New Kent County, Schools, Standards
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November rail excursions to visit Abingdon and Bluefield
The 611 steam locomotive pulled its last excursion more than fifteen years ago, but rail buffs will have a chance to ride two of its popular routes early next month.
The Virginia Museum of Transportation is now home to the iconic locomotive, dubbed "The...Tags: Music, Transportation, Railway Transportation, Arts and Culture, Martha Washington
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Local law enforcement officers honored for bravery
Several law enforcement officers from our area are being recognized for their bravery.
The Virginia Association of Police Chiefs honored nine officers during a banquet in Norfolk.
Anita Sowyers, Doug Graham, and Ryan Martin of Martinsville were...Tags: Heroism, Chesterfield County, Defense, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Law Enforcement
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Millions of dollars headed to local school systems to help with construction projects
Millions of dollars are headed to local school systems to help with new construction, renovations and expansion projects.
The Virginia Department of Education announced Wednesday the allocation of $229,551,000 in Qualified School Construction Bonds. ...Tags: Carroll County (Virginia), Schools, Dickenson County, Montgomery (Montgomery, Alabama), Albemarle County
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