Duke D dominates Cavs

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An 11-0 first-half run gave Duke control, and the Blue Devils put the clamp down on Virginia in the second half en route to a 56-41 win in Charlottesville Wednesday. A packed house at the John Paul Jones Arena was abuzz after an early 8-0 UVa. run gave Virginia a 12-7 lead at the 13-minute…

On the streets and online: The New Dominion Magazine

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The February issue of The New Dominion Magazine is on the streets at locations in Waynesboro, Staunton and Harrisonburg – and is also posted online at TheNewDominion.com.       This month’s features: Women at work: Two women share their experiences climbing the corporate ladder Profiles of new Greater Augusta Regional Chamber of Commerce president…

Robert Hurt: Charting a new course of fiscal discipline and restraint

Robert Hurt

Next week, President Obama will release his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2012. It is my hope that the proposal will reflect the clear message sent by the people on Election Day, that in order to create jobs and grow the economy we must get our fiscal house in order. Unfortunately, the Administration’s initial suggestions…

Creigh Deeds: Session update

Creigh Deeds

The Virginia General Assembly works as close as is possible to the way representative government was intended. Sessions are short, fast-paced and members, by necessity, have to earn their principal income outside of government. Members of the General Assembly come from all walks of life and must balance family and work with legislative service. It…

Volunteers honored during Girl Scout Annual Meeting

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Volunteers — the lifeblood of any nonprofit organization — were honored Jan. 29 by Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council during its annual business meeting. Virginia “Jinx” Weary of Trefoil service unit in Roanoke, received the Thanks Badge, the most prestigious award presented to an adult in Girl Scouting. The Thanks Badge recognizes outstanding service…

AWE Live! Saturday, Feb. 26, in Palmyra

Chris Graham

Awesome Wrestling Entertainment will be live at Fluvanna County High School in Palmyra on Saturday, Feb. 26, with a 6 p.m. autograph show and an 8 p.m. belltime. Tickets are $15 ringside and $10 general admission and are on sale now at Domino’s in Palmyra and Premier Rentals & Staples Barber Shop in Charlottesville. You…

Robert Hurt: Jobs remain a top priority

Robert Hurt

It was great to spend the entire week in the Fifth District. After meeting with and hearing from many constituents, local leaders, and businesses, it became clear that job creation remains the top priority for Central and Southside Virginians. Getting the chance to visit several different businesses in the district and directly asking our employers…

Phew! Cavs hold on, 49-47

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Tigers rally from 16-point deficit late A 19-4 Clemson run brought the Tigers all the way back from a horrific first half, but Mustapha Farrakhan’s clutch jumper with 35.8 seconds left and four free throws down the stretch helped Virginia escape with a narrow 49-47 win Wednesday night in Charlottesville. UVa. (12-10, 3-5 ACC) led…