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News

Annual Local Colors Festival returns to Elmwood Park

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Will Thomas
Organizers were excited to bring the event back to Elmwood Park. It was held at River’s Edge in 2021 and went virtual in 2020.

News

6th annual Big Lick Ruck March focuses on raising awareness for veteran suicide

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Will Thomas
Veterans and community members gather each year to continue to shine a spotlight on the local mental health resources available for veterans.

Safety

One dead after motorcycle crash in Lynchburg early Saturday morning

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Eddie Callahan
The motorcycle was the only vehicle within the crash.

Recreation

City leaders and community gather for dedication of “Ricky Renell Wright Basketball Courts”

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 10:20 PM EDT
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By Will Thomas
PLAY Roanoke hosted the dedication ceremony at Washington Park.

Business News

Discussions continue for better pay and benefits for Salem U.S. Foods drivers

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 9:55 PM EDT
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By Will Thomas
Teamsters Local Union 171 believes if a deal is not reached soon, it could lead to an employee walk-out.

Your Vote Virginia

Good wins 5th District Republican nomination

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 7:34 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
More than 1,000 delegates were expected for the nominating convention at Hampden-Sydney College.

Military

Gov. Youngkin highlights legislation for veterans and active-duty personnel

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 6:49 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
A bill signing ceremony Friday morning in Richmond highlighted legislation that passed the General Assembly with unanimous support.

Military

Flag order issued for National Armed Forces Day

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 6:28 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced a flag order for Saturday, May 21.

Crime

Danville homicide suspect arrested

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 6:13 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
The Greensboro Police Department aided Winston-Salem and the Danville Police Department in the search. Help from concerned citizens also is appreciated and applauded.

Sports

Report: Michael Vick to unretire, play in Fan Controlled Football League

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 5:50 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
The Fan Controlled Football League games are streamed on Twitch where fans vote on the plays. The teams are 7 vs. 7 along a field of 50 yards.