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Virginia professors’ association calls for end to “politicization” of university leadership
WVIR - Virginia
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June 12, 2025
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A group of Virginia professors and academics is speaking out against Governor Glenn Youngkin’s appointments to university Boards of Visitors across the state and calling for an end to what they say is the...
MD seniors targeted by scammers, experts offer tips to protect finances
Public News Service
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Next Monday marks the beginning of "PROTECT" week, when AARP helps seniors learn the signs of financial fraud. Experts say Maryland seniors can protect themselves and their finances through education. According to data from the Federal Trade...
US Mint Sales: Dr. Vera Rubin Quarter Starts at 1.5M; Uncirculated Gold Eagle at 1,318
CoinNews
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June 12, 2025
2025 Commemorative Coins Old Sales Latest Sales Gain/ Loss % Increase 2025-S Proof U.S. Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Half Dollar 15,948 16,203 255 1.60% 2025-S Uncirculated U.S. Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Half Dollar 6,167 6,267 100 1.62%...
‘I’m kind of out of that business’ | Penn State switches up transfer portal strategy
The Daily Collegian - Pennsylvania
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Historically, James Franklin has been ultra-careful with the transfer portal. He prefers homegrown talent, especially at the quarterback position, and has usually only brought in guys from other programs he has past ties with. Before the spring...
‘I’m kind of out of that business’ | Penn State switches up transfer portal strategy
The Daily Collegian - Pennsylvania
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Historically, James Franklin has been ultra-careful with the transfer portal. He prefers homegrown talent, especially at the quarterback position, and has usually only brought in guys from other programs he has past ties with. Before the spring...
VA Tech Researchers Tackle Water Scarcity with New Fog Harp
The Roanoke Star News - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
The new harp design improved the efficiency of water collection from fog remarkably. The harps collected up to two to seven times the amount of water as nets. However, continued testing revealed that harps have an issue of their own. “Tangling,”...
Southwest Virginia tackles healthcare worker shortage with new partnership
WCYB - Virginia
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ABINGDON, VA (WCYB) — The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center is at the forefront of a regional initiative to address a critical shortage in healthcare professionals, not in emergency rooms, but in classrooms and job listings. Health...
Virginia senators spearhead bill to avoid future aviation disasters
WVEC - Virginia
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Virginia senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner have introduced a bill to improve airline safety and avoid future tragedies. WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Virginia senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine are spearheading a bill to avoid future air tragedies....
South Carolina Will Host Virginia Tech in 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge
Fox News - South Carolina
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June 12, 2025
BRISTOL, Conn. (South Carolina Athletics) - ESPN announced the matchups for the 2025 edition of the ACC/SEC Challenge on Thursday. South Carolina will host Virginia Tech at Colonial Life Arena on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Tip times and TV network...
Wise County Historical Society – April 5, 2025 Annual Business Meeting Minutes
Clinch Valley Times - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
MEETING WAS HELD AT THE WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S OFFICE IN THE LONESOME PINE REGIONAL LIBRARY AT WISE, VIRGINIA Suzanne Adams called the meeting to order at 11:00 AM. Glenda Ewing read the minutes of the August 13, 2024, Business Meeting...
Researchers file patent for microfluidic patch-pump drug delivery platform
BioWorld
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June 12, 2025
Patents Researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University filed for protection of their development of a slim, painless, and affordable microfluidic infusion pump device for the continuous transdermal delivery of drugs. BioWorld...
EPA restores UMaine PFAS research grant, but not others
Maine Public Broadcasting Network
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June 12, 2025
The University of Maine said the Trump administration has restored a federal grant for PFAS research that was terminated last month. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency told UMaine officials last week that it was reversing the termination of...
New Virginia Beach economic development chief resigns suddenly
Virginia Business
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June 12, 2025
Virginia Beach officials confirmed that the city’s new economic development director, Christian Green, resigned Wednesday after serving less than four months in the post. Green’s resignation marks the second time in a row Virginia Beach‘s economic...
A CEO’s 3 Keys to Success: Jon Rucker Delivers Virginia Tech Grad School Commencement Speech
WashingtonExec
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June 12, 2025
Jon Rucker delivers commencement speech at Virginia Tech. (Photo is screenshot from video posted by Ultra I&C) On May 14, Ultra Intelligence & Communications President and CEO Jon Rucker delivered a commencement speech to the graduate students of...
Korean Middle Market Companies Explore Investment Opportunities in Virginia
Business Korea
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June 13, 2025
The middle market enterprise sector shared challenges related to external uncertainties due to the Trump administration’s tariff policies and explored strategies for local expansion in the United States. The Federation of Middle Market Enterprises...
Stream the Dirty Word of the Day to win tickets to see GHOST at CFG Bank Arena
98 Rock - Maryland
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June 12, 2025
Listen to the stream of Kirk and Marianne from June 16 to June 20 to hear the Dirty Word of the Day. If you know the word, call in and you could win tickets to see GHOST at CFG Bank Arena on July 9th. 2025. Listen at 97.9 FM or stream on the 98...
Gubernatorial candidates both vow to end car tax in Virginia
WSET - Virginia
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(WSET) — Both candidates for governor in November's election say they are on the same page when it comes to getting rid of the car tax here in the Commonwealth. Earlier in June, Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears announced her "Axe the Tax"...
There are 2 days left to vote early in Virginia's June primary elections
WVEC - Virginia
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Several Chesapeake residents set aside a few minutes of their day on Thursday to vote early in the Virginia primary election. CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Early voting is coming to a close on Saturday. Early voting allows residents a way to cast their...
Virginia’s 2025 primary election is Tuesday; here’s a preview
WDBJ7 - Virginia
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June 12, 2025
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Tuesday, June 17, Virginians will head back to the ballot box to vote in primary races for several state and local offices ahead of November’s general election. Virginia has open primaries, meaning you don’t have to be...
Free outdoor movies in DC, Maryland & Virginia this summer
FOX 5 DC - Maryland
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The unofficial start to summer is here, and that means outdoor movie season has begun. Whether you’re in the mood for Marvel, Mad Max, or Muppet Treasure Island, the DMV has you covered. Here is your guide to free outdoor movies...