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Union honors senior student-athletes at awards ceremony

Union honors senior student-athletes at awards ceremony

  • Virginia Union University

Union College honored 132 senior student-athletes at College Park Hall, presenting 14 year-end awards recognizing athletic success, academics, leadership and service.

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The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

  • Richmond Feed More

Linda, a grandmother caring for six grandchildren, relies on her local Petersburg food pantry to stretch summer meals and keep wholesome food on the table.

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Youth hunters dominate 2026 Old Dominion One Shot turkey hunt

Youth hunters dominate 2026 Old Dominion One Shot turkey hunt

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Youth hunters led the 10th Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt on April 18, harvesting most of the nine gobblers and helping raise about $30,000 for WFV and DWR.

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Virginia’s deer harvest with Justin Folks

Virginia’s deer harvest with Justin Folks

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Virginia’s 2026 Deer Report reviews the 2025-26 harvest, regulation changes, hunter success rates, buck age indicators, and trends in doe harvest statewide.

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50 years of whitetail mistakes

50 years of whitetail mistakes

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

A veteran hunter reflects on 50 years of whitetail deer pursuits, sharing hard-earned lessons on mistakes, friendship, and the value of experience over gear.

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From a tumor to a tom: A tale of perseverance

From a tumor to a tom: A tale of perseverance

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

After brain tumor surgery and a demanding recovery, Virginia turkey hunter Taylor Jacobus returns to the woods and successfully harvests a spring gobbler.

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What to look for when renting a boat

What to look for when renting a boat

  • Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

Learn what to check before renting a boat, from researching rental companies and vessel types to understanding pricing, safety equipment, and rental agreements.

Community News

Media update: Virginia measles outbreak response

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VDH reports five new measles cases linked to the Buckingham County outbreak, outlines response actions, and urges vaccination and avoidance of large gatherings.

Cumberland Plateau and Lenowisco districts share heat safety tips

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Cumberland Plateau and LENOWISCO health officials share tips to prevent heat illness, recognize heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and protect vulnerable residents.

City of Richmond announces Juneteenth closures

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Richmond will close for Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, and reopen Monday, June 22, with adjusted schedules for trash, utilities, libraries, and other city services.

City leadership shares progress in good governance

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Richmond details recent progress in auditing, utility customer support, EMS governance, labor relations, and affordable housing and trust fund management.

City of Richmond announces retirement of RVA311 director

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Richmond announces the retirement of RVA311 director Peter Breil, honoring his leadership in expanding resident services and modernizing city customer service.

Stay cool this summer with the city of Richmond

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The City of Richmond offers cooling stations, libraries, pools, and an inclement weather shelter to help residents stay safe and healthy during extreme summer heat.

Stay cool this summer with the city of Richmond

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The City of Richmond offers cooling stations, outdoor pools, and an inclement weather shelter to help residents stay safe and healthy during extreme summer heat.

Avula administration shares feedback on Richmond code refresh

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Richmond will present community feedback on Code Refresh at June 15–17 public meetings, outlining zoning updates to support housing choice and walkable growth.

Community Sports

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Union honors senior student-athletes at awards ceremony

Union honors senior student-athletes at awards ceremony

    Union College honored 132 senior student-athletes at College Park Hall, presenting 14 year-end awards recognizing athletic success, academics, leadership and service.

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    Women’s lax earns Liberty League honors, seven to rolls

    Women’s lax earns Liberty League honors, seven to rolls

      Union women’s lacrosse swept Liberty League weekly honors after a 2-0 weekend, while seven more Union athletes and the men’s varsity 8+ earned honor roll spots.

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      Union athletics hall of fame class of 2026 announced

      Union athletics hall of fame class of 2026 announced

        Union College will induct seven individuals and two teams into the Union Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 during ReUnion weekend on May 17, 2026.

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        Union earns three Liberty League awards, four on honor roll

        Union earns three Liberty League awards, four on honor roll

          Three Union College athletes earned Liberty League weekly awards and four more made the honor roll for standout performances across golf, lacrosse, tennis and more.

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          Annual FOUA golf outing set for May at the Edison Club

          Annual FOUA golf outing set for May at the Edison Club

            Union College Athletics announces the Friends of Union Athletics Golf Classic on Monday, May 18, at The Edison Club in Rexford, with registration starting at 11 a.m.

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            Softball and track earn league honors and accolades

            Softball and track earn league honors and accolades

              Union softball collects two Liberty League weekly awards, women's track adds a field honor, and baseball and lacrosse standouts earn conference honor roll nods.

              Community Entertainment

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              The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

              The common thread of grandparents and hunger relief

                Linda, a grandmother caring for six grandchildren, relies on her local Petersburg food pantry to stretch summer meals and keep wholesome food on the table.

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                50 years of whitetail mistakes

                50 years of whitetail mistakes

                  A veteran hunter reflects on 50 years of whitetail deer pursuits, sharing hard-earned lessons on mistakes, friendship, and the value of experience over gear.

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                  From a tumor to a tom: A tale of perseverance

                  From a tumor to a tom: A tale of perseverance

                    After brain tumor surgery and a demanding recovery, Virginia turkey hunter Taylor Jacobus returns to the woods and successfully harvests a spring gobbler.

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                    What to look for when renting a boat

                    What to look for when renting a boat

                      Learn what to check before renting a boat, from researching rental companies and vessel types to understanding pricing, safety equipment, and rental agreements.

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                      Explore the tidal James River for fishing access

                      Explore the tidal James River for fishing access

                        Angling educator Alex McCrickard highlights key public access points, habitats, and target species along Virginia’s tidal James River from Richmond to the bay.

                        Music in the Park returns to Occoneechee State Park

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                        Occoneechee State Park’s Music in the Park series returns with free evening concerts from May 23 through Aug. 22 at the amphitheater on Buggs Island Lake.

                        Pocahontas Premieres concert series begins May 9

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                        Pocahontas Premieres returns to Pocahontas State Park May–October, featuring new and returning bands, season tickets, and a bluegrass festival on Aug. 15.

                        Discover nature at Fairy Stone Spring BioBlitz event

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                        Fairy Stone State Park hosts a free Spring BioBlitz May 8-10, offering guided programs to help visitors document local wildlife and contribute to iNaturalist.

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