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01/25/2025

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01/25/2025

The Charlottesville Free Clinic says it will continue serving the community following the tragic loss of Meghan Hinger, one of its co-CEOs, last week.

01/24/2025

Sin Barreras has helped hundreds of families in the area navigate the immigration process. They are already expecting more.

Those closest to the issue said fear is spreading throughout immigrant populations right here in the Charlottesville area.

01/24/2025

Under the Trump administration, I.C.E. agents are now allowed to make arrests at schools, bus stops, and playgrounds.

01/24/2025

"This bill is an investment in their education and would maximize all of the other education investments we are making,” one of the bill's co-sponsors said.

Legislation to provide free breakfast to public school students across the state is moving forward.

01/24/2025

According to a state report, a lack of training, staff and preparation before the winter storm is to blame for Richmond's recent water problems.

The city says the notice is "necessary and planned part of working with VDH" on a plan after the water crisis earlier this month.

01/24/2025

Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and, as of this week, the White House.

01/24/2025

Legislation to freeze utility rate increase requests from Appalachian Power Company for two years has attracted support from Republican and Democratic lawmakers.

HB 2665 could have a full hearing in the coming days ahead.

01/24/2025

Wythe County Sheriff deputies and Wytheville Police officers were called about 1 a.m. January 23. They found a female who had been shot to death.

Chad Nelson Hawks is in custody at the New River Regional Jail.

01/24/2025

The National Zoo's two new pandas are ready to make their mark!

Giant Pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao made their public debut at the zoo on Friday.

01/24/2025

President Donald Trump said he was considering “getting rid of FEMA” as he visited hurricane-battered North Carolina on Friday during the first trip of his second term.

01/24/2025

One more night ahead in the deep freeze! Here's your updated 29 First Alert Forecast: https://www.29news.com/2025/01/24/not-cold-outlook/

01/24/2025

Senate bill in General Assembly now would force Churchill Downs to choose between a referendum on its new gaming facility in Henrico or taking a hit to its profits.

Senate bill in General Assembly now would force Churchill Downs to choose between a referendum on its new gaming facility in Henrico, or taking a hit to its profits.

01/24/2025

Oath Keepers’ Rhodes barred from entering Washington D.C. or the Capitol building with court approval.

A federal judge on Friday barred Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes from entering Washington, D.C.

01/24/2025

Dear Families, Staff, and Community Partners:

Albemarle County Public Schools is pleased to invite you to a virtual information session presented by the Office of Community Engagement and the Department of Technology. This session will provide valuable insights into digital media balance, digital citizenship, instructional integration, and critical topics related to cybersecurity and online safety.

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Zoom Link: https://k12albemarle.zoom.us/j/82440281517?pwd=VDJjjcD4nfAuaF6yFzQ5ybhdov4dn9.1

In this session, we’ll cover important topics, including:
- Digital Citizenship: Discover what’s taught at school and learn practical ways you can help your child use technology responsibly and in healthy ways at home.
- Instructional Integration: Explore how ACPS integrates technology into student learning and how you can stay up to date with your child’s academics.
- Online Safety: Learn about the measures ACPS takes to keep our technology resources safe and secure for all users.

Our panel of experts will include ACPS Department of Technology leaders and school-based Learning Technology Integrators (LTIs). Superintendent Dr. Matthew Haas will provide opening remarks, and Dr. Daphne Keiser, Assistant Superintendent for School Community Engagement, will moderate the session.

We’re excited to share these updates with you and welcome your participation! If you’re unable to attend, a recording will be available on the ACPS YouTube https://www.youtube.com/

01/24/2025

Riverheads grad Luke Bryant is helping Winthrop University’s co****le team reach new heights

01/24/2025

01/24/2025