Richmond schools chief tells R-MC grads to keep learning
If graduates will merge the best of their minds with the best of their hearts, then they will create and live the best of times, Yvonne W. Brandon, superintendent of Richmond Public Schools, told the Randolph-Macon College Class of 2012 during Saturday's morning commencement.
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Riverines to train in Chesapeake area
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Symphony Youth Orchestra to perform
Wichser named water authority director
Robert C. Wichser was announced last week as the executive director for Appomattox River Water Authority and South Central Wastewater Authority. Wichser will assume the roles July 9.
Fort Lee vehicle recovery area dedicated to officer
The place that soldiers will learn how to recover vehicles from peril in combat environments was dedicated recently to Lt. Col. Harry M. "Bulldog" Downer, who gave more than 50 years to the Army.
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Local Catholic schools turn corner
After decades of declining enrollment and school closures and consolidations, the future of Catholic education in central Virginia may finally be looking good again.
Richmond police arrest two in armed robbery
Richmond police arrested two suspects shortly after an armed robbery Saturday in South Richmond.
CarMax Foundation makes awards to nonprofits
The CarMax Foundation awarded $300,000 in grants to Richmond-area nonprofit organizations. The grants are for programs that focus on education, youth leadership and wellness.
Road project to widen Powhite Parkway, Old Hundred Road
The project is part of a long-term plan to push the Powhite to Hull Street Road and even farther with an East/West Freeway looping through southern Chesterfield.
A road map to a forward-looking Richmond
Topics of the city's sustainability plan include economy, housing, transportation.
Thomas Road Baptist continues to grow after Falwell's death
How has Thomas Road Baptist Church changed in the five years since the death of its founder?
Riverines to train in Chesapeake area
Navy riverines plan to hold training exercises this week along the Intracoastal Waterway in Chesapeake.
Dairy producer pays manure spillage fine
A Timberville dairy producer has paid a $6,825 fine for allowing manure to spill into the North Fork of the Shenandoah River.
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