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Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Va., has received the Blue Distinction Specialty Care designation for spine surgery. Hospitals and medical centers that earn the distinction must meet evidence-based selection criteria, including lower complication and readmission rates, a history of surgical...

Two Kecoughtan High School students were recognized for their artwork in the annual Prefaces exhibition at the Torggler Fine Arts Center in Newport News. The show features pieces from high school students across Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, York County, Williamsburg, and James City County.

Understanding Virginia’s Vulnerability to Hurricanes Understanding Virginia’s Vulnerability to Hurricanes (image credits: flickr) Virginia, with its extensive coastline and geographical position, is no stranger to ... Read more The post 10 Cities in Virginia at Risk for Hurricanes in 2025 appeared first on Climate...

Funeral arrangements have been announced for Lt. Col. Brandon Shah, the Old Dominion University ROTC instructor killed in last week’s deadly campus shooting, as students prepare to return to classes.

HRSD crews managed to stop a sewage overflow in Portsmouth, Virginia on Thursday afternoon after 336,000 gallons of sewage discharged, with road repairs expected to be completed by Friday and safety precautions advised for recreational activities in the affected areas.

Below is a news release from District SouthEast. I would have thought the press release would have at least mentioned Forward’s interception of a large semi-submersible (pictured above) with an estimated 17,600 lbs of cocaine which sank before the cargo could be off-loaded, rather than leaving it as if Forward had...

NORFOLK, Va. — The proposed $642 million budget for Norfolk Public Schools is sparking tough conversations about spending priorities, teacher retention, and facility upgrades following a meeting Wednesday night. The proposed 2026-2027 budget focuses on pay increases and staffing. District leaders, including Norfolk...

Better technology, more meeting and study space and a fresh design are coming for Suffolk library-goers when the city opens its long-planned downtown library in late spring. Library leaders are optimistic that the larger building will also lead to greater usage by the community. “It’s going to be a landmark,”...

The Virginia Arts Festival welcomes back the Dance Theatre of Harlem for a one-night performance on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Ferguson Center for the Arts in Newport News. Under Artistic Director Robert Garland, the company will perform an exciting program blending classical ballet and contemporary...

JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. — Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted fugitive who is considered armed and dangerous in James City County. The James City County Police Department is actively searching for Kevin Lavaughn Christian, 50, who also goes by the names “Kelvin” and “Squirrel.”...