Barbara Johns, who led protest against school segregation, now represents Virginia in U.S. Capitol
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A statue of Barbara Johns now stands alongside George Washington representing Virginia the U.S. Capitol’s Statuary Hall.
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IX Art Foundation debuts The Looking Glass, ‘immersive, interactive art museum’
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The IX Arts Foundation in Charlottesville announced the launch of a full 360° virtual Matterport tour of The Looking Glass, Virginia’s first immersive, interactive art museum.
VMI Athletics to begin paying student-athletes under terms of House settlement
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VMI Athletics announced Monday that the school will begin providing compensation to student-athletes under the terms of the NCAA House settlement starting in the 2026-2027 academic sports year.
California mayor under fire for remarks to Turning Point USA student group
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Club America, a project of Turning Point USA that “mobilizes America’s spirited, anti-woke warriors” in high schools, is coming under fire after a visit from the mayor of a California city.
Powerball: No $1 billion winner, but Virginian wins $1 million in Saturday drawing
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No one won the $1 billion Powerball jackpot Saturday night, but one person in Virginia did win $1 million in the drawing.
Jewish advocacy groups take aim at Roanoke Del. Sam Rasoul over Gaza comments
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A coalition of Jewish advocacy groups is trying to cancel a Democratic state delegate, Sam Rasoul, a Palestinian-American, accusing Rasoul of antisemitism.
Federal grant to boost mental health services in Virginia’s underserved communities
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Virginia Tech students are filling a critical need for qualified mental health professionals in Southwest Virginia, thanks in part to a federal grant.
Report: Rising childcare costs, limited availability put strain on local families
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Families of all income levels are struggling to find affordable and available healthcare in the region, a new report found.
Things to remember as you contemplate interpreting local Indigenous culture
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Museums who are engaged with interpreting Native American cultures should strive to have a partnership with local recognized tribes.
Waynesboro: River City Radio Hour reunion planned at Wayne Theatre in January
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The Wayne Theatre will bring back the River City Radio Hour for one night in January to celebrate 100 years.
