Tag: VA
Warner, Kaine call on VA secretary to act on wait times at medical centers
Mark Warner and Tim Kaine are commenting on a troubling report last week on veteran medical center wait times.
Street Knowledge with Chris Graham: I miss DC?
Chris Graham talks Electoral College, the WWE Roadblock PPV, and two weeks in DC.
Street Knowledge: AFP editor Chris Graham debuts new podcast
AFP editor Chris Graham debuts his new weekday podcast, Street Knowledge, talking news, politics and sports.
Robert Hurt: Independent audits of the VA necessary for real reform
Currently, VA audits are either conducted internally or by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) if instructed by Congress. Given all the VA’s major shortcomings, it is clear that these tools are not enough to maintain effective oversight over the agency to prevent problems from getting out of control.
Robert Hurt: Our veterans deserve better from the VA
Last month marked one year since we learned of the gross mismanagement at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that resulted in tragic outcomes for those who have made countless sacrifices to protect our nation’s freedoms.
Warner, Kaine urge VA to upgrade Veterans Choice Card program
Today, U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine joined 40 of their colleagues to write a letter to Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald raising serious concerns about the implementation of the Veterans Choice Card program.
Randy Forbes: The heroes behind our heroes
Andrea Sawyer of Colonial Heights, VA, takes her husband to all of his medical appointments as often as three or four times a week.
Sens. Warner and Kaine introduce bipartisan Startup Act
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) today led a bipartisan group of six Senate colleagues in introducing The Startup Act to jumpstart investment and job creation by new businesses.
Who made the list of Virginia Four and Five Diamond restaurants, properties for 2015?
AAA Mid-Atlantic has announced the 22 hotels and 12 restaurants in Virginia that earned the Four or Five Diamond Rating during the past 12 months.
ODU basketball tops Rice, 63-53
ODU junior guard Aaron Bacote scored 25 and Jonathan Arledge added 15 points with 11 rebounds to lead the Monarchs to a 63-53 Conference-USA victory over Rice Thursday.
Four Fishburne cadets nominated to U.S. military academies
Fishburne Military School’s Headmaster and Senior Army Instructor announced Thursday that four cadets from the Virginia military school have earned nominations this month to attend United States Service Academies.
Warner, Kaine applaud $18M in USDA funding for Chesapeake Bay projects
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) applauded U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s announcement that Virginia projects will receive over $18 million for Chesapeake Bay restoration.
Sen. Tim Kaine meets with Secretary of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Armed Services and Budget Committees, released the following statement after meeting with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald to discuss challenges facing Virginia veterans, including issues with disability benefits and health care wait times.
Sen. Warner urges banking regulators to address consumer financial protections
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA), who chaired the first congressional hearing after the 2013 data breach at Target, sent a letter to federal banking regulators today questioning the lack of follow-up to better protect consumers.
Food Bank to provide more healthy food in coming year
Buying unhealthy, inexpensive food is one of the most common ways that client households of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank stretch their dollars, a recent study of hunger reveals.
Shenandoah National Park reopens comment period for chronic wasting disease management plan
In response to a request from several park neighbors, Shenandoah National Park will hold an additional public meeting on the park’s proposed Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) response plan.
The Richmond Symphony Lollipops return to The Paramount Theater
Join the Richmond Symphony for Pinocchio’s Adventures in Funland! on January 24 at 6 p.m. Young and old will love this lively re-telling of the classic children’s story of Pinocchio with the Richmond Symphony Lollipops.
Western Kentucky upsets #25 ODU, 72-65
ODU junior guard Trey Freeman scored 20 points, but the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky defeated the No. 25 Monarchs, 72-65 Saturday at E.A. Diddle Arena, in a nationally televised Conference USA contest.
Peace, Pies & Prophets!
When you think of a play and a pie auction, you’ve got Ted & Company’s Peace, Pies & Prophets! Please join us as Ted Swartz and Tim Ruebke tickle our funny bones and stimulate our brain cells.
Separating fact from fiction: A literary salon with Charles Lewis
Journalist Courteney Stuart will interview investigative journalist and bestselling author Charles Lewis about his latest book, 935 Lies: The Future of Truth and the Decline of America’s Moral Integrity.
Virginia companies exhibiting at Fancy Food Show in San Francisco
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) is hosting a Virginia Pavilion at the Winter Fancy Food Show, January 11-13, 2015, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California.
The best and worst in transportation in 2014
After an unprecedented 2013 General Assembly Session, when transportation funding in Virginia was reborn after more than two decades, 2014 struggled to compare.
Kaine battlefield protection bill becomes law
The American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Thad Cochran (R-MS) and U.S. Representatives Rob Wittman (R-VA) and Rush Holt (D-NJ), was signed into law by President Obama today following passage by both houses of Congress as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2015 last week.
Appeals court rejects Pittsylvania County appeal in government prayer case
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit today unanimously dismissed Pittsylvania County’s appeal from a lower court order prohibiting the Board of Supervisors from opening its meetings with Christian prayers offered by Board members.
Fishburne varsity basketball falls to North Cross
The defending VIC Division II champions played as they should at home on Monday night, topping Fishburne’s Caissons 70-59.
Harrisonburg Tourism staff attends annual conferences
Harrisonburg Tourism & Visitor Services staff recently attended the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Annual Tourism Summit and MATPRA Marketplace.
SMAC swim team sets five team records in December meets
The Waynesboro Y year round competitive swim team, SMAC, (Shenandoah Marlins Aquatic Club) competed at the Mako Invitational in Fairfax, VA and at the TYR Capital Classic in Carey, NC from December 5-7.
Charlottesville Sister Cities Commission announces call for grant applicants
The Charlottesville Sister Cities Commission (CSCC) is now accepting grant applications for projects beginning in the 2015 calendar year.
Fishburne varsity basketball falls to Covenant
The Fishburne varsity basketball team suffered its first loss of the season last night in Charlottesville, falling to Covenant 58-55 in overtime.
McAuliffe announces 1,451 veteran hires through Virginia Values Veterans
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced Tuesday that companies participating in the Commonwealth’s Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program have hired 1,451 Veterans between July 1, 2014 and September 30, 2014.
Shenandoah National Park proposes revised fee structure
In compliance with a nation-wide review being conducted by the National Park Service, officials at Shenandoah National Park are inviting the public to comment on proposed entrance fee increases for the park.
Star City Slam seeks Roanokers to play hoops for healthcare
The first annual Star City Slam 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will take place next month to benefit New Horizons Healthcare, which provides healthcare services and education to people in Roanoke.
Herring announces $3.8 million settlement with Sirius XM Radio
Virginia customers of Sirius XM Radio may be eligible for restitution under a settlement to resolve claims that the satellite radio company engaged in misleading advertising, billing, and cancellation practices.
Kaine, Wittman battlefield protection bills head to House, Senate floors for votes
The American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act was included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2015 announced by Senate and House negotiators last night.
Senate passes Warner-Wittman Chesapeake Accountability Act
The U.S. Senate today passed the bipartisan Chesapeake Bay Accountability Act of 2014, sponsored by U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA-01).
SMAC competes in Christiansburg and at the Waynesboro Y
The Waynesboro Y year round competitive swim team, SMAC, (Shenandoah Marlins Aquatic Club) competed at the Hokie Invite in Christiansburg, VA November 14-16 and the SMAC Invitational in Waynesboro November 22-23.
Country star Scotty McCreery coming to The Paramount in Charlottesville
In two short years, Scotty McCreery became one of country’s hottest new stars, with album sales topping 1.6 million, including a platinum-selling debut album that made Billboard history.
Virginia Organizing to lead demonstration at Senate Finance Committee meeting on Friday
As the Virginia Senate Finance Committee meets in Staunton to discuss Virginia’s economy and budget outlook, Virginia Organizing leaders will gather to show support for Medicaid expansion.
Sen. Mark Warner on Senate Keystone pipeline vote
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released this statement following today’s 59-41 vote on the Keystone pipeline. Sixty votes were required for passage.
Robert Hurt: Recognizing the sacrifice of our nation’s veterans
This past week, as our nation came together on Veterans Day to honor those who have served our country, I had the honor of traveling across the Fifth District and talking with many of Virginia’s brave veterans.
McAuliffe announces new task force to promote LGBT tourism
Governor McAuliffe announced the creation of an LGBT Tourism Task Force that will focus on showcasing Virginia as an LGBT-friendly destination.
Sen. Warner applauds passage of bipartisan bill eliminating unnecessary government reports
Sens. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) applauded last night’s House passage of the Government Reports Elimination Act (H.R. 4194).
Governor McAuliffe seeks nominations for volunteerism awards
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced Wednesday that nominations are now being accepted for the 2015 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Awards.
ACLU applauds Chesterfield County decision to stop honoring warrantles ICE requests
Today, the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office became the first county in Virginia to make public that it has stopped honoring ICE detainer requests not accompanied by a warrant.
UVA women’s lacrosse announces two hires
UVA women’s lacrosse head coach Julie Myers has announced the hiring of Lindsay Rogers as an assistant coach. Additionally, Marissa Peterson has joined the staff as the director of operations.
Shenandoah National Park seeks public input on proposed chronic wasting disease management plan
The National Park Service is seeking to amend the approved 2013 Chronic Wasting Disease Detection/Assessment Plan, Shenandoah National Park.
Busch Gardens presents Christmas Town
Lock in the best Christmas Town™ deal of the season during Busch Gardens’ 12 Days of Christmas special offer.
A Literary Salon with Dr. Andrew D. Kaufman at WriterHouse
Join WriterHouse on Sunday, December 7, at 2 p.m., when UVA religious studies professor Dr. Kristin Swenson will interview Dr. Andrew D. Kaufman.
Randy Forbes calls for renewed push to avert defense sequestration
Congressman J. Randy Forbes (VA-04) announced today a renewed push to pass H.R. 733 and remove the Department of Defense from sequestration cuts.
VDOT seeking new owner for historic Augusta County bridge
The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking to transfer ownership and responsibility for the historic Mount Meridian truss bridge on Route 769 in Augusta County.
Absence of critical law threatens Virginia’s kids at risk for trafficking
Virginia is the only state in the nation that lacks a law against human trafficking for sexual exploitation, a crime that impacts an estimated 100,000 U.S. children each year.
McAuliffe convenes summit on expanding healthcare access for Virginia veterans
Governor Terry McAuliffe convened a Summit on Veterans Health Care Access on Monday, bringing together top leaders to work together on improving the availability of services to Virginia’s nearly 800,000 veterans.
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Lynchburg VDOT District design public hearing scheduled
A design public hearing for a proposed project in the Lynchburg VDOT District will be held on Tuesday, December 9 from 4-6 pm at Temperance Elementary School, 1981 Lowesville Road, Amherst.
Posted November 24, 2014