Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra opens 20th season at Paramount Theater
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The Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra highlights its 20th season with its annual concert at Charlottesville’s Paramount Theater on Friday, Oct. 23.
Search Results for Move Over
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Virginia Tech graduate student investigates impact of environmental conditions on wood duck behavior
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Once a baby wood duckling hatches, it follows its mother’s repetitive whistle-like call to jump out of the nest and join its siblings in a family group.
James River Writers Master Class registration available to general public
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For several years now, James River Writers has been kicking off their conference with Pre-Conference Master Classes. These two-hour classes allow attendees to absorb the wisdom of the experts and gain hands-on experience, with offerings on the business of getting published and exploring the nuances of craft.
#15 Liberty upset by Gardner-Webb, 34-20
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Gardner-Webb raced out to a 20-0 lead and withstood No. 15 Liberty’s comeback attempt for a 34-20 victory in both teams’ Big South Conference openers, on a soggy Saturday evening at Spangler Stadium.
AAA: Gas prices inching up slightly
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Gas prices have inched up slightly over the last few days but remain relatively stable, with today’s national average price for regular unleaded gasoline at $2.32 per gallon. Today’s average price is up 3 cents compared to one week ago, providing drivers with a savings of 4 cents per gallon month-over-month.
Tim Kaine cites Benghazi in push for embassy security training facility at Fort Pickett
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During a hearing today on the need for a new diplomatic security training facility to better protect U.S. embassy personnel overseas, witnesses from the Government Accountability Office and the State Department testified to the fact that, despite years of delay as a result of Congressional pressure, Fort Pickett in Blackstone, Virginia remains the best site for a new Foreign Affairs Security Training Center.
Blue Ridge Parkway asks visitors to enjoy the view, watch the road
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Blue Ridge Parkway rangers and staff plan to welcome approximately 2 million visitors along the 469-mile scenic route this October. With fall color beginning, park managers want to remind the public that a Parkway drive is different than most.
Staunton Out of the Darkness Walk close to reaching goal
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The Staunton Out of the Darkness Walk is on target to reach its $25,000 fundraising goal. With more than 36 hours to go, the walk website shows online donations just shy of the walk goal.
Ironwoman: UVA alumna eyes world championship
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When 2013 University of Virginia alumna Camrynn “Cammie” Genda Fausey – the Ironman 2014 all-world champion for her age group – competes in the Ironman World Championships on Saturday, she will think about those swimming, cycling and running beside her who have lost limbs or battled chronic illnesses.
NOVA Parks successfully connects 500,000 children with nature
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Whether it’s sleeping under the stars, zip-lining through the trees, paddling across a pristine body of water, or having a naturalist show you a turtle or a snake, over 100,000 children a year in Northern Virginia are interacting with nature through the regional parks operated by NOVA Parks.
