Virginia lawmakers have passed legislation to reform the state’s birth injury fund after an investigation revealed families struggled to access money needed to care for their children.
And with no decision from the Virginia Supreme Court on one case, and no hearing yet in another legal challenge, there is a lot of confusion about what happens now.
The Virginia Department of Elections is required to certify the results no later than 14 days after the special election, according to legislation passed in this most recent General Assembly session.
A Wakefield parrot sanctuary is racing to relocate after learning its lease won’t be renewed, putting nearly 60 birds in its care on a deadline. Volunteers are fundraising and searching for a permanent home so the rescue can stay open and the parrots have a safe place to land.
Gray Media and 12 On Your Side have launched the Star-Spangled Sing-Off, a contest that invites Americans to send in their best a capella rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” for a chance to win a big prize.
Over the past year and a half, YWCA has been meeting with nonprofits, law enforcement, and city and state leaders to build a family justice center in the city.
Events at Kings Dominion this summer include a drone and fireworks show on select weekends, the return of Cirque Imagine, and a new music show in Jungle X.
