
Northam engages local communities in Chesapeake Bay restoration
Governor Ralph Northam this week kicked off a new phase of Virginia’s efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.

Governor Ralph Northam this week kicked off a new phase of Virginia’s efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.

Governor Ralph Northam has announced the recipients of the 2018 Governor’s Public Service Awards during a ceremony at the Executive Mansion. The awards honor state employees in seven categories who have demonstrated exemplary service to the Commonwealth of Virginia.

In today’s competitive research environment, developing an innovative and compelling project that makes an impact is more important than ever.

Governor Ralph Northam held a ceremonial signing ceremony for House Bill 708, sponsored by Delegate Eileen Filler-Corn (D/District 41) which changes Virginia law to require that child safety seats remain rear facing until the age of two.

The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries is reminding all boaters to stay safe this summer, and always wear a life jacket while on the water.

The Virginia Department of Health’s Central Shenandoah Health District, in partnership with Buena Vista Public Schools, will host a free viewing of the powerful documentary “Someone You Love: The HPV Epidemic.”

With the passage of the National Trails System Act in 1968, America was given a gift – the creation and protection of some of Americans’ favorite places to discover the great outdoors.

When Sandy Brownscombe arrived on the Eastern Mennonite College campus in 1978 for a job interview, she had no idea she would help to shape the physical education, teacher education and athletic programs for the next 40 years.

As travelers plan their vacations and pack their bags for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, Virginia State Police is urging motorists to make sure traffic safety is at the top of their agenda.

The board of trustees at Bridgewater College has approved the establishment of the college’s second master’s degree program—the interdisciplinary master of arts in digital media strategy.
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