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God breaking down walls: UMC ends ban on gay clergy, same-sex marriages
United Methodist Church delegates at the UMC General Conference in Charlotte, N.C., made history last week as the conference ended bans on gay clergy and same-sex marriages.
UVA Athletics is making me FOIA the details of Tony Bennett’s contract status
Rumors about Tony Bennett’s contract status at Virginia picked up steam over the weekend, with social media chatter to the effect that Bennett has apparently declined a contract extension, and is currently working with just two years left on his contract.
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Rockingham County: Crash claims life of 86-year-old Timberville man
Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Rockingham County last week that claimed the life of an 86-year-old Timberville man.
Howard Hanna/Ray Wheeler Realty donates $10K to UVA Health Children’s for financial needs
Howard Hanna/Roy Wheeler Realty is making a $10,000 donation to UVA Health Children’s to help children and families with financial needs.
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Leapfrog Group: Virginia ranks second in nation for patient safety in hospitals
Virginia maintained its second-place finish for patient safety after ranking anywhere from first to sixth in the bi-annual rankings dating back to 2018.
Hanover teacher named Virginia’s Teacher of the Year for 2025
Avanti Yamamoto, a mathematics teacher at Hanover County Public Schools’ Atlee High School, was named the 2025 Virginia Teacher of the Year.
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‘The backbone of the American economy’: McClellan celebrates small businesses
In honor of National Small Business Week, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan toured local small businesses in Virginia’s District 4.
Youngkin signs partnership program for Virginia National Guard, Finland
The Virginia National Guard has been selected as the U.S. partner to the nation of Finland for the federal State Partnership Program.
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Bennett lands another big man, San Diego State’s Elijah Saunders, off the portal
Not long after Duke five-star freshman TJ Power committed to Virginia off the transfer portal, Tony Bennett landed San Diego State big man Elijah Saunders, who at 6’8”, 240, will give the ‘Hoos heft and more shooting in the post.
Virginia lands Duke five-star TJ Power: How does Power fit with the ‘Hoos?
So, what do we know about TJ Power, the Class of 2023 five-star who committed to Duke, didn’t play much there as a freshman, and is now headed to Virginia off the transfer portal?
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4 Reasons Why Hiring a Property Manager Is Good for Your Health
Many people looking to build a solid financial foundation turn to real estate. Homeownership is one aspect of the American Dream. For most people, a home purchase is the biggest investment they’ll ever make. However, some go a step further and buy rental properties. Doing so can be part of a diversified investment strategy. Getting...
What Are Your Rights If You’re Stopped by the Police?
Even if you’ve done nothing wrong, being stopped by the police can be anxiety-inducing.
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