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Charlottesville, Albemarle racial justice activists declare victory as statue slated for removal

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A Confederate soldier statue that has stood for 111 years in front of the Albemarle County Courthouse in Downtown Charlottesville is coming down on Saturday morning, culminating several years of work by Charlottesville and Albemarle County racial justice activists.

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Virginia Tech historians uncover the facts about masks

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More than 100 years ago, health officials urged Americans to protect their country by wearing masks. Face coverings help prevent the spread of a deadly flu strain, the experts said. In response, cities and counties across the nation mandated mask use. Residents could face fines or jail time if they didn’t follow the law in some places.