
Sen. Tim Kaine presses Pentagon brass on sexual assaults
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, a member of the Armed Services Committee, today pressed top military officials on the escalating crisis of sexual assault and unwanted sexual contact in the military.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, a member of the Armed Services Committee, today pressed top military officials on the escalating crisis of sexual assault and unwanted sexual contact in the military.

Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe’s campaign announced on Monday that he raised about $3.7 million during the pre-primary period of April 1-May 29.

Have you ever wondered about the value of a family heirloom, a flea market bargain, or a long lost item salvaged from your attic or basement? The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library in conjunction with Bonhams Auction House just may be able to provide you with an answer.

Stem cells derived from body fat show great potential for treating and possibly even reversing the effects of diabetic retinopathy, a complication of diabetes that threatens the vision of millions, new research at the University of Virginia School of Medicine shows.

Wildlife Center of Virginia’s Wildlife Safaris has a new website from Augusta Free Press.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine participated in a roundtable with local farmers in Charlottesville on Friday to discuss the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2013 (the Farm Bill), which was voted out of committee with bipartisan support, and how it will help Virginia farmers and local markets

The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton VDOT transportation district during the coming weeks.

Virginia Military Institute will join the Southern Conference as a full member beginning with the 2014-15 academic year. VMI Superintendent General J.H. Binford Peay III made the announcement Friday afternoon after the Board of Visitors voted to accept an invitation for membership from the league.

Fewer than 1,000 tickets remain for Virginia’s Saturday night NCAA tournament game against Elon. Game time is 6 p.m. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to guarantee admission as this game is expected to sell out.

Valley Program for Aging Services and the Central Shenandoah Unit of the Medical Reserve Corps, Virginia Department of Health will partner to offer “Know Your Numbers” blood pressure screening and education in June. The events are free to anyone, and will include refreshments and giveaways.
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