Climate Action Alliance of the Valley: Climate and Energy News Roundup
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A third of Pakistan has been flooded and more than 1,000 people were killed in a “monster monsoon” that has swept away lives, homes, crops and bridges.
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State Fair of Virginia’s agricultural offerings to include pumpkin weigh-in, virtual farm tours
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The State Fair of Virginia’s 10-day run begins Sept. 23, and this year’s fair offers an expanded lineup of agricultural activities.
DroneUp to expand HQ in Virginia Beach, establish R&D center in Dinwiddie County
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DroneUp plans to invest $27.2 million to expand its headquarters in Virginia Beach and establish a testing, training, and R&D center at Richard Bland College in Dinwiddie County.
Expanded agricultural attractions featured during the State Fair of Virginia
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Beyond the bright lights of the midway and the enticing aroma of fair foods, the spirit of the State Fair of Virginia is rooted in agriculture.
Roanoke street gang members get 30+ years in prison for two revenge murders
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Three Roanoke men, all members of the Rollin’ 30s Crips, a criminal street gang responsible for two murders in the City of Roanoke, were sentenced yesterday in federal court.
Georgia man sentenced to 20 years for trafficking methamphetamine into Smyth County
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A Georgia man who was convicted in February 2022 for conspiring to traffic methamphetamine from Georgia into Southwest Virginia has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison.
Governor announces additional key administration appointments
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Governor Glenn Youngkin announced he has chosen additional key administration appointments.
Virginia ABC awards 10 grants to support alcohol education and prevention efforts
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Ten community organizations across the state were recently awarded more than $83,000 in Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority education and prevention grants to help reduce underage and high-risk drinking.
Lawmakers introduce legislation to improve ATF, strengthen gun violence prevention
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The ATF Improvement and Modernization (AIM) Act would improve and modernize the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in the hope of strengthening gun safety in American communities.
Gun illegally bought by close relative used in homicide, buyer charged with making false statement
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A Winchester man was arrested today on criminal charges related to his alleged straw purchase of a firearm which was used four days later in a homicide in Washington, D.C.
