Legislators look to install nets or barriers on bridges to prevent suicide
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Two members of Congress are stepping up efforts to prevent suicide, proposing legislation to fund nets and barriers on bridges.
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University of Mary Washington offers Intro to AI online course in summer 2025
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As artificial intelligence (AI) impacts more and more of daily life, much of society remains unsure of how to use it.
Tess Majors Foundation reports on charitable impacts in first year of operation
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The charitable foundation set up in memory of former Augusta Free Press intern Tess Majors had a busy first year.
From courtroom to classroom: Roanoke’s Neale is 2026 Virginia Teacher of the Year
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Roanoke’s Hidden Valley High School teacher Matthew Neale was named the 2026 Virginia Teacher of the Year at a ceremony in early May.
Virginia DOE awards $600K to 16 school divisions for CTE equipment upgrades
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Virginia has awarded $600,000 in competitive grant funding to 16 school divisions to upgrade equipment for CTE programs.
Youth Philanthropy Council educates 29 high school students on grant funding
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The Community Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Council Grants Celebration recognized the experiences of 29 local high school students.
Dr. Lisa Coons resigned as Virginia schools superintendent amid federal uncertainty
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Dr. Lisa Coons resigned as Virginia’s superintendent of public instruction in March after the Virginia DOE reportedly missed deadlines.
Fredericksburg: Mary Washington community donates record-breaking $1.33M+
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The UMW and Fredericksburg community raised more than $1.33 million on Mary Wash Day 2025 to support students, faculty and programs.
Rotary Club of Waynesboro donates $15K to Wenonah Elementary for playground
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The Rotary Club of Waynesboro presented Wenonah Elementary School with a community grant for renovation of its playground.
Waynesboro Schools welcomes back Megan Fitzgerald as assistant principal at WHS
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Waynesboro Schools announces the appointment of Megan Fitzgerald as Assistant Principal of Waynesboro High School, effective July 1, 2025.
