Chris Saxman chosen to head up Va FREE business advocacy group
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Virginia Foundation for Research and Economic Education (VA FREE) announced today that it has chosen Chris Saxman as the organization’s next executive director.
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Robert Hurt bill to help small business access to capital approved by committee
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A billintroduced on March 6 by Congressman Robert Hurt (R-Va.) and Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-Ala.) would streamline regulations for small business, removing a disincentive for them to access capital in the public markets.
Treating metastatic prostate cancer: Is the accepted approach wrong?
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Contrary to the standard approach to treating metastatic prostate cancer, direct treatment of the primary tumor appears to prolong survival significantly, a new study suggests. The surprising findings have prompted the researchers to launch clinical trials that could upend the accepted treatment of the disease.
General talks of storied Stonewall Brigade at Historical Society’s March 16 gathering
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At the Spring Meeting of the Augusta County Historical Society, 3 p.m. Sunday, March 16, a Staunton native and former commander of the Stonewall Brigade will speak on the frequently honored fighting unit, and ongoing efforts to remember those who served.
Earth Talk: Global warming and our health
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Global warming isn’t just bad for the environment. There are several ways that it is expected to take a toll on human health. For starters, the extreme summer heat that is becoming more normal in a warming world can directly impact the health of billions of people.
Mark Obenshain: Legislative victories
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Tomorrow, the General Assembly will adjourn—and, thanks to Obamacare, it will adjourn without adopting a budget. More on that in a few days. For now, I want to tell you about some important legislation I was able to get through this year on issues like human trafficking, synthetic drugs, and property rights.
Robert Hurt introduces legislation to help small companies access capital
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Congressman Robert Hurt (R-Virginia) today introduced the Small Company Disclosure Simplification Act, along with Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-Alabama).
Gov. Terry McAuliffe announces completion of milestone in Medicaid reform
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Gov. Terry McAuliffe today announced the launch of Commonwealth Coordinated Care (CCC), a program that will blend and coordinate Medicare and Medicaid benefits for approximately 78,000 eligible Virginians.
UVa. discovers cause of an aggressive leukemia
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The type of leukemia examined in the study proved particularly hardy and resourceful. After the cancer killed a mouse with the responsible mutation, the researchers placed the leukemic cells in a lab dish, where they continued to survive and even thrive.
Staunton hires new assistant director of economic development
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The City of Staunton announces the selection of Courtland Robinson as assistant director of economic development. With a background in economic development and downtown revitalization, Robinson brings experience with local governments and public-private organizations in the Shenandoah Valley.
