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‘Shameful’: Spanberger signals upcoming veto for collective bargaining legislation

Chris Graham
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Waynesboro RHA marks completion of $15M rehab of Fairfax Hall

Chris Graham

The revitalization of the property, which was first opened in 1890 as the luxe Brandon Hotel, then served for decades as a high-end preparatory school for girls, was led by South River Development Corporation.

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Update: Investigation into bomb threat at Augusta Health wraps up

Chris Graham

Augusta Health got the all-clear at 4:04 p.m., after an investigation into a bomb threat called in at 1:31 p.m. on Wednesday.

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Augusta County: Authorities searching for local man last seen in March

Chris Graham

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance with locating a missing person last seen on March 6. Seth Anthony Osgood, 48, drives a black car, unknown make, model, or tag. According to the ACSO, Osgood is known to stay/camp in the National Forest. If anyone has any information about Osgood, contact the...

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The Trump Hustle: Distraction, deception and the heist of the American economy

John Whitehead

The corruption, cronyism, and self-dealing that now define the American government — under Donald Trump in particular — amount to a slow-motion stick-up carried out in broad daylight.

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UVA Basketball: Odom adds Kalu Anya, surprise pickup at the four spot

Chris Graham

One area that I identified in a podcast today as a possible weakness in the 2026-2027 UVA Basketball rotation was the backup at the four spot.

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‘Shameful’: Spanberger signals upcoming veto for collective bargaining legislation

Chris Graham

Gov. Abigail Spanberger is caving to the MAGAs again, this time over a bill that would expand collective bargaining rights for public employees.

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Update: Investigation into bomb threat at Augusta Health wraps up

Chris Graham

Augusta Health got the all-clear at 4:04 p.m., after an investigation into a bomb threat called in at 1:31 p.m. on Wednesday.

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accessSOS app allows you to connect to 911 dispatchers without speaking

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Waynesboro: New arts space, East Side Venue, hosting open house

Chris Graham

Patti Wray and Lucy Wright, two arts entrepreneurs who turned a rundown building on 35th Street in Norfolk into a thriving performing arts space, are making an effort to do something similar in Waynesboro.

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Albemarle County: Two arrested in investigation into solicitation of minors

Chris Graham

Albemarle County Police have made two arrests in an ongoing investigation into the solicitation of minors.

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Staunton: Local man faces multiple child pornography possession counts

Chris Graham
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Second James Cox arrested on sex charges in Staunton in a month

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Waynesboro: Substitute teacher charged with assault of elementary school student

Chris Graham
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Augusta County: Stuarts Draft man faces felony child abuse charge

Chris Graham

ICYMI

1 Two of the MAGA justices that overruled 1.6 million of us signed their own career death sentence
2 Husband of Staunton Montessori School staffer on mold story: ‘You are absolute trash’
3 The main beneficiary of the Supreme Court redistricting ruling: Ben Cline
4 The EPA unleashes polluters with the repeal of the Endangerment Finding
5 Surveillance without consent: How the Shenandoah Valley got wired without anyone asking

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Winners, losers in the stupid Waynesboro Schools trans bathroom debate

Chris Graham
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Jen Kiggans agrees with MAGA radio host about ‘cotton-picking’ Hakeem Jeffries: Oops

Chris Graham

I’m here to sheepishly admit that I hadn’t fully thought through the racially-charged meaning of the turn of phrase “cotton-picking” until this recent controversy involving Congresswoman Jen Kiggans.

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Politics, U.S. & World

The Trump Hustle: Distraction, deception and the heist of the American economy

John Whitehead

The corruption, cronyism, and self-dealing that now define the American government — under Donald Trump in particular — amount to a slow-motion stick-up carried out in broad daylight.

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Politics, Virginia

Podcast: Debut of the Insane Cline Posse edition of ‘Street Knowledge’

Chris Graham
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Spanberger signs nothingburger gun bill at UVA, invoking Nov. 13 shootings for politics

Chris Graham
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Last Week with The Schilling Show: The MAGA hate that UVA Athletics makes possible

Chris Graham
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What I mean when I call Democrats like Scott Surovell ‘cucks’

Chris Graham

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How households are managing rising monthly expenses in today’s economy

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From reducing discretionary spending to exploring debt consolidation options, households are adapting to a more expensive economy.

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How delays in small tasks lead to lost real estate opportunities

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How do small delays hurt real estate investors? Learn how faster follow-ups, better communication, and organized systems improve deal conversions.

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7 features of luxury bath sheets that elevate the home spa experience

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This article talks about quintessential characteristics that make these oversized linens an essential piece for contemporary bathrooms to implement some touches of elegance.

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Why businesses are switching to managed IT services in 2026

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In 2026, the business environment is undergoing a significant transformation, shaped by technological advancement and cybersecurity threats.

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9 top freelance skills that are in demand right now

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After looking at multiple freelance platforms and talking to working freelancers, one thing is clear: some skills never go out of style.

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UVA Basketball: Odom adds Kalu Anya, surprise pickup at the four spot

Chris Graham
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Is UVA Swimming assistant coach Gary Taylor under contract, or not?

Chris Graham

Gary Taylor, in Year 2 of a two-year probation for emotional abuse of swimmers at two colleges and a local YMCA, is still listed on the UVA Swimming website as an assistant coach.

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UVA Athletics Podcast: Swim coach still on payroll? Plus, transfer portal, Brazil

Chris Graham

We eventually get around to breaking down the latest addition to the UVA Basketball rotation on our podcast, but first.

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Sid Bream played for legendary Liberty coach Al Worthington, then in MLB

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WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash suggests pro wrestlers should attempt to form a union

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Baseball

Spotswood grad Daryl Irvine was teammates with Curry, pitched for Boston Red Sox

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Baseball

Mailbag: Will UVA Baseball be in the NCAA Tournament? What about the coaching staff?

Chris Graham
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