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Traveling dresser sets kept gentlemen well groomed
The Journal - Minnesota
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Father’s Day is a time to treat Dad to the finer things in life. What could be finer than accessories for a Victorian gentleman? Maybe the box that holds them. This Victorian gentleman’s traveling dresser set, which sold for $243 at an auction by...
Virginia Tech football: EDGE Kamren Johnson commits to Hokies
Gobbler Country - Virginia
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June 14, 2025
The Virginia Tech Hokies added their third commitment to the 2026 recruiting class on Friday when three-star edge rusher Kamren Johnson made it official. Johnson possesses outstanding size (6-foot-4, 225) and length. He plays at Green Run High...
Dora Virginia (Zombro) Rawlings
The Shepherdstown Chronicle - West Virginia
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Dora Virginia (Zombro) Rawlings, 85, of Shepherdstown, WV, passed away May 20, 2025 at the Spirit Mountain Hospice House in Cody, WY. Dora was born in Shepherdstown, WV on August 1, 1939 to George and Nellie Mae Zombro. She graduated in the...
Laguna Beach Police Lt. Ashton graduates from FBI National Academy program
Laguna Beach Independent - California
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Laguna Beach Police Chief Jeff Calvert announced Monday that Lt. Cornelius Ashton has graduated from the 294th session of the FBI National Academy, a prestigious law enforcement training program held in Quantico, Virginia. Ashton was one of 239...
Virginia Beach police crack down on multiple non-permitted events
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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June 14, 2025
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Several events promoted to take place in Virginia Beach next week will not be allowed after event organizers failed to acquire necessary permits, according to Virginia Beach police. In a statement posted to Facebook, VBPD...
How to watch the Virginia high school softball championship games
Sporting News
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June 14, 2025
Six state champions will be crowned Saturday morning in the state of Virginia. As part of the Virginia High School League’s “Spring Jubilee,” the state softball championships will be held at 11 a.m. ET at six different sites. Here’s everything you...
Virginia casinos report $85.4M in May revenue
Virginia Business
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June 13, 2025
May gaming revenues from Virginia’s three casinos totaled $85.39 million, up $6.63 million from April, according to a June 13 report from the Virginia Lottery. Last month, Hard Rock Bristol casino reported about $23.027 million in adjusted gaming...
Coast Guard rescues father, son from sinking boat off Virginia Beach coast
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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June 14, 2025
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Two boaters, a father and son, were rescued after their boat started taking on water and sinking off the Virginia Beach coast by the Coast Guard on Thursday morning. The Coast Guard received a distress call around 9:07 a.m....
Virginia Beach's ASC to add 350 jobs with $45.8M expansion
WVEC - Virginia
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Acoustical Sheetmetal Company announces a $45.8 million expansion, creating 350 new jobs in Virginia Beach. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Acoustical Sheetmetal Company, or ASC, a Virginia Beach-based company renowned for manufacturing highly engineered...
The largest great white ever recorded is migrating to this popular vacation destination
AOL
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Aerial photo of a great white shark from Cape Cod, Massachusetts© Mark F Lotterhand/Shutterstock.comIt’s summertime, and both people and sharks are headed to North Carolina to soak up the tropical sun. One great white shark in particular, however,...
Virginia Beach police threaten legal action against ‘pop up’ events next week
The Virginian-Pilot
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June 13, 2025
VIRGINIA BEACH — The Virginia Beach Police Department said it will pursue “all legal means” to prevent or shut down several unsanctioned events next week at the Oceanfront and other parts of the city. The events — part of “DMV Senior Week” — are...
Virginia Beach police arrest suspect in Sullivan Circle shooting
South Tidewater News - Virginia
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June 12, 2025
On June 3, 2025, the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) responded to a shooting incident in the 700 block of Sullivan Circle. Upon arrival, officers found one victim who was then taken to a local hospital with injuries that were not...
VDOT issues weekly traffic alert for southwestern Virginia
Old Dominion News - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
Lisa M. Pride Chief of Administration | Virginia Department of TransportationLisa M. Pride Chief of Administration | Virginia Department of Transportation The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued its weekly update on highway...
Virginia Beach police looking for missing 42-year-old woman
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
The following information was provided by the Virginia Beach Police Department Name: Cecelia Marie Kelley Age: 42 Date reported missing: June 4, 2025 Physical description: 5'8" and 150 lbs.; brown hair and brown eyes More details: Police say...
This cancer survivor's 'chemo cab' is bringing joy to Virginia cancer patients
WTVR-TV - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
RICHMOND, Va. — Nick Brucker is living a life of gratitude after being diagnosed with stage four colon cancer in 2020. Now, he's turning his pain into power with his nonprofit, Cruising for Cancer. "I've had a total of 15 surgeries, and I just...
Virginia’s Blue Ridge: Come for the Mountains, …
Fort Bend Herald - Texas
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Virginia’s Blue Ridge is renowned for its scenic mountain views, forest hikes that offer both solitude and unexpected surprises, bike routes that attract cyclists from all over the country, and peaceful rivers ideal for kayaking. However, once the...
Acoustical Sheetmetal Co. to invest $46M in Virginia Beach expansion
Virginia Business
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June 13, 2025
Virginia Beach-based Acoustical Sheetmetal Co. will invest $45.8 million to expand its operations, with plans to add 350 jobs, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Friday. Acoustical Sheetmetal is a manufacturer of steel and aluminum enclosures for the...
Virginia’s Blue Ridge: Come for the Mountains, Stay for the Authentic Experiences
The Messenger - Kentucky
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Virginia’s Blue Ridge is renowned for its scenic mountain views, forest hikes that offer both solitude and unexpected surprises, bike routes that attract cyclists from all over the country, and peaceful rivers ideal for kayaking. However, once the...
Gov. Youngkin announces expansion of ASC in Virginia Beach
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Governor Glenn Youngkin is in Virginia Beach Friday afternoon to announce that Acoustical Sheetmetal Company (ASC) is expanding in the city, creating 350 new jobs. ASC is investing $45.8 million to build an additional 250,000...
Youngkin says National Guard will be on duty for 'No Kings' protests in Virginia
WVEC - Virginia
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Gov. Youngkin is putting the Virginia National Guard on duty for "No King" protests planned this weekend. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the Virginia National Guard will be on duty in response to the "No King" protests planned for...