6at8#15 Virginia Tech 15 Virginia Tech in Series Finale5/4/2025 6:46:00 PM | Softball Lindsey Blumell receives funding from City St George's City St George's, University of London provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation UK View all partners one of the most prominent accusers of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Her family said she died by suicide at her farm in Australia Giuffre had long accused Prince Andrew of sexually assaulting her when she was a teenager. She brought a civil sexual assault case against him, which Andrew ultimately settled out of court for an undisclosed sum But the accusations and his friendship with Epstein ultimately led to Andrew’s partial withdrawal from public life Giuffre’s story is a poignant reminder of the great consequences to anyone who speaks out about their abuse especially someone who speaks out against the powerful A search for Virginia Giuffre on news database Factiva yields over 25,000 results It’s hard to imagine carrying the weight of so much attention News coverage was a mix of support and scrutiny, starting almost 15 years ago and then intensifying in the last six years, when Epstein was arrested. He died while in jail awaiting trial for sex trafficking charges The first wave of news coverage on Giuffre dates back to early 2011 The tabloids and broadsheets often referred to Giuffre (known as Virginia Roberts then) as a “masseuse” or more explicit terms while also reporting that she was a minor when she was first allegedly sexually exploited and abused by Epstein and only 17 when she first met Prince Andrew Coverage largely included one-word quotes from Giuffre The Times and other publications reported on Andrew’s friendly connection to Epstein – though there was no direct accusation against him at that time There was a breezy tone to coverage that focused on catchy wordplay headlines between the prince and the “pervert” Epstein. Epstein was already a registered sex offender in 2008 but there was little reflection on his horrendous actions that led him to that title More glaringly, there was little to no concern for Giuffre or other survivors. They were salacious fodder. There was little empathy for what they experienced and the risks they took speaking publicly. The main focus was on the apparent embarrassment of Andrew’s friendship with Epstein, which eventually led to the prince stepping down from his trade envoy role The important men and their roles were the news angles None of this is to imply that those linked to Epstein shouldn’t be named and investigated. But, as my research shows the coverage largely revolves around those powerful men and the monetary or career consequences to them The survivors and the abuse and trauma they experience are a footnote Research shows that how journalists evaluate the newsworthiness of a story often values power structures, men’s perspectives and celebrity status when someone like Giuffre does come forward her story and voice come secondary to the more powerful accused A shift in the tone of coverage came in 2020, when Giuffre and others were the focus of a Netflix docuseries on Epstein’s crimes. Watching the detailed accounts from so many humanised Giuffre and others while showing the tremendous weight put on survivors when they come forward Their stories elicited empathetic responses from viewers News coverage has made some progress in the last decade due to the ##MeToo movement and survivors speaking out. However, this has since been tempered by a backlash to #MeToo – and problematic attitudes persist within news and entertainment industries Threats of legal action from those accused can leave journalists hesitant to report on sexual abuse There has also been compassion in the coverage of Giuffre’s death, particularly in interviews with her family and friends. There are calls for accountability from Andrew terrible tabloid coverage exploiting the situation One limitation of reporting on sexual abuse cases is that often survivors don’t want to speak publicly to news media because of the tremendous risks and consequences they face. Survivors face backlash when telling friends and family in their private circles because they are blamed These consequences are intensified when survivors go public Several organisations have provided guidelines to news organisations on how to report more fairly and accurately on sexual abuse Many people who experience sexual abuse never come forward and repeatedly spoke to media for over a decade While some news organisations learned how to be more sensitive the focus has never been enough on her story If any of the content in this piece affects you or someone you know In the UK: Samaritans are available by phone, for free, at 116 123, or by email at jo@samaritans.org. Further resources can also be found here Contact Rape Crisis England & Wales online or by phone at 0808 500 2222 text or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 The Trump administration turned the offshore wind industry on its head last month when it slapped a stop-work order on New York’s Empire Wind 1 project. The move launched local protests, and Empire’s developer is considering a lawsuit But the dream of offshore wind is still alive — for now — in the warm waters off Virginia’s coast Dominion Energy resumed turbine installation at sunrise on Thursday last week after the end of a federally mandated seasonal hiatus to protect migrating whales The renewed construction marked the start of the second installation phase for a project that company executives said is 55% complete but we’ve been through a thorough permitting process,” G.T a director of offshore wind at Dominion Energy told Canary Media on Wednesday at an annual industry meeting hosted by the Oceantic Network “We feel reasonably sound that we are just going to continue keeping our head down the project hasn’t drawn President Donald Trump’s ire But the company is wasting no time completing it Finishing CVOW on schedule was a major theme of Dominion’s earnings call on Thursday “This project is consistent with the goal of securing American energy dominance,” said Bob Blue echoing rhetoric voiced by Trump. Blue reported that CVOW is “months away from first delivery of electricity to customers in early 2026” and on schedule for full completion by the end of next year. Much of CVOW’s success stems from the fact that it has garnered bipartisan support said Blue: “It’s difficult to fully assess the impact tariffs may have to the project’s final cost.” The company estimates the project’s costs could rise about $120 million by the end of June due to tariffs the company could lose $500 million if tariffs remain in place until the end of 2026 everything is very slow … not just offshore wind,” said Justin Slater He believes the vessel builders that serve offshore wind and passenger ferrying could feel the impact of tariffs very soon That the Trump administration’s animosity toward wind is taking a toll on the sector was clear at last week’s industry meeting in Virginia Beach “A lot of people are holding their breath right now,” said Gordon Videll a co-op of fishermen that provide vessel services to wind developers The company could lose millions of dollars if Empire Wind’s developer Equinor can’t continue construction But the Virginia project ramping back up feels like a bright spot I first read Virginia Woolf’s Mrs Dalloway as a teenager and remember a feeling of being borne along by a stream of shimmering beauty I have returned to the novel many times since and its emotional resonance has changed with each reading The novel — published in May 1925 by the Woolfs’ Hogarth Press and celebrating its centenary this year — opens with the line “Mrs Dalloway said she would buy the flowers herself” and gives us Clarissa walking in London on a morning in June and planning her party Mrs Dalloway in Bond Street (in which Clarissa buys gloves became Woolf’s modernist masterpiece and a radical reinvention of the writing of Five guards were injured in an apparent "premeditated" attack by inmates affiliated with the MS-13 and Sureño 13 gangs at a Virginia prison The attack occurred at about 9:45 a.m. on May 2 at the Wallens Ridge State Prison, a super-maximum security prison located in Big Stone Gap, a remote town in southwest Virginia, according to the state Department of Corrections and were transported for outside medical treatment including two who suffered minor injuries while responding to the attack were released from the hospital on the day of the attack the agency said in a news release provided to USA TODAY The remaining two guards were hospitalized in stable condition The agency described the incident as a "premeditated stabbing" targeting three corrections officers Six of the inmates involved in the attack had all been convicted of violent crimes including aggravated murder The agency said five of the six inmates were "confirmed MS-13 gang members from El Salvador," who were in the United States unlawfully The other inmate involved in the attack was a U.S citizen and confirmed member of the Sureño 13 gang "Five of the individuals responsible for this senseless attack should never have been in this country in the first place," Virginia Department of Corrections Director Chad Dotson said in a statement our officers put their lives on the line to ensure public safety for the more than 8.8 million people across the Commonwealth This attack is an example of the dangers they face when they show up to work every day." State corrections officials did not provide additional details on the incident Who is Kilmar Abrego Garcia? The answer is found on the streets where he lived and worked La Mara Salvatrucha, commonly known as MS-13, is a gang that originated in Los Angeles and has more than 10,000 members in the United States, according to a 2017 fact sheet released by the Department of Justice The street gang has been functioning in the United States since at least the 1980s and is mainly composed of immigrants from El Salvador Its presence has rapidly grown in Central America and the United States following members' deportations Between 50,000 and 70,000 MS-13 members are "concentrated in urban areas in Central America or locations outside this region with a large Central American diaspora," according to a 2018 report published in the National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS) virtual library Though the gang primarily operates in urban areas the report stated that it has spread into more rural areas such as Long Island in New York and North Carolina "MS-13 has the features of a social organization more than a criminal organization in that it is more interested in creating a menacing collective identity than in generating crime-based revenue," the report states "It is a diffuse organization of sub-parts without a single leader or leadership structure that manages gang life and activities." According to the report, "violent behavior" is at the core of MS-13's actions. In 2012, federal authorities designated MS-13 as a transnational criminal organization Roses, Real Madrid, crowns: What to know about tattoos used to deport Venezuelan migrants The FBI identifies transnational criminal organizations as groups that operate across national borders and engage in illegal activities for profit and creating and selling counterfeit goods MS-13 has made national headlines in recent months amid the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration, in which federal officials have repeatedly identified detainees as gang leaders or even terrorists Contributing: Jonathan Limehouse and Eduardo Cuevas Solar Power World By Kelsey Misbrener | May 5 On May 2, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed the Community Energy Act (HB 2346/SB 1100) into law The new law directs Dominion Energy to launch a 450-MW virtual power plant pilot allowing homes and businesses to aggregate solar panels EV chargers and smart devices into a flexible grid resource that can reduce peak demand lower electricity costs and improve grid reliability “Virtual power plants are a win for Virginia households,” said Jim Purekal “By tapping into the energy resources already in our homes and neighborhoods this new law will help Virginia build a more resilient flexible grid — one that’s better prepared for extreme weather and growing demand commonsense step that allows homeowners and businesses to be part of the solution and uses the tools we already have to make our grid more efficient and affordable It’s a clear example of smart energy policy in action.” Kelsey Misbrener is currently managing editor of Solar Power World and has been reporting on policy Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Copyright © 2025 WTWH Media LLC. 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Glenn Youngkin (R) has vetoed a bipartisan bill that would have added new oversight requirements for proposed data centers in Virginia rejecting calls for increased environmental and community protections aimed to require developers to conduct impact assessments on water resources It also called for noise studies for schools and homes located within 500 feet of planned data center sites “This bill limits local discretion and creates unnecessary red tape,” Youngkin said in a veto statement the legislation imposes a one-size-fits-all approach on communities that are best positioned to make their own decisions.” The veto drew swift criticism from residents and lawmakers said data center noise and environmental strain have already disrupted many communities “It’s just a shame both parties have failed the residents of Virginia on this one,” she said Delegate Thomas also criticized the governor’s decision accusing him of siding with corporate interests “Glenn Youngkin has once again prioritized big tech profits over the well-being of Virginia residents,” Thomas said in a statement which Youngkin referred to as the “Data Center Capital of the World,” is home to a large concentration of data centers with state officials touting their economic benefits — including an estimated 74,000 jobs rapid expansion has sparked growing concerns over land use opponents of the veto say they plan to reintroduce the legislation in future sessions and make data center regulation a key issue in the upcoming gubernatorial election Already have an account? 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The Cavaliers will now turn their attention to a showdown with No which claimed the Big 12 title this season in its first year in the league will face Virginia for the first time in program history The Cavaliers will have home-court advantage for the battle Facing the Patriot League champions Saturday for the third time since 1975 Virginia wasted little time asserting control It dominated doubles and closed out the match with straight-set wins at Lines 4 6-1 Patriot League) a chance to get a foothold. Junior Mans Dahlberg and freshman Jangjun Kim clicked immediately with a 6-1 win at Line 2 freshman Rafael Jódar and freshman Roy Horovitz delivered a matching 6-1 victory at Line 3 to secure the doubles point. he raced through the first set and closed out a 6-1 This win extended Kim’s singles record to 15-5. who found his rhythm early and never let up at Line 6 Brockett bageled his opponent in the first set and rolled 6-3 in the second. 6-2 victory to close out the sweep and extend his singles win streak to nine. The win over Bucknell set up a second-round clash Sunday against the Tigers (22-9 a team Virginia swept 4-0 last season in the Charlottesville regional But this year’s edition featured a deeper Princeton lineup and windy conditions at the Virginia Tennis Facility that forced both sides to adjust In one of their most composed performances of the season the Cavaliers once again rose to the occasion dispatching Princeton 4-0 and booking a return to the third round for the sixth straight year responding to a challenge from Coach Andres Pedroso to bring more energy and unity than it had the day before “I didn’t think yesterday that we really played together as much and we didn’t have the energy and the positivity that we needed to be at our best,” Pedroso said “So I challenged the guys to come out today and be more ready and just showing more positive emotion throughout the match Jódar and Horovitz set the tone with a 6-3 win at Line 3 31 pairing of Dahlberg and sophomore Dylan Dietrich followed with a 6-4 win over the No 49-ranked duo of sophomore Paul Inchauspe and senior Filippos Astreinidis to clinch the doubles point It was one of Virginia’s cleanest doubles performances of the season who had been the first to finish against Bucknell played with the same precision at Line 5 singles aggressively targeted his opponent’s one-handed backhand and finished with an inside-out forehand passing shot to win 6-4 who rebounded after a rough Saturday with one of his most clutch performances But the freshman refused to let go of the match clinching the second set with a massive forehand winner “He started playing better in the second set,” Rice said of his opponent I knew that I could get those points right back Rice said the energy helped him stay focused and motivated and it's on the courts that you train on every single day so obviously you feel a bit more comfortable.” 4 in the nation — was locked in a tight second set Jódar was broken late in the second but broke back at 5-6 to force a tiebreak Virginia led on multiple other courts when the match was called including a tight three-set battle in Dietrich’s match and a 7-6 (7) 1-1 scoreline at Line 4 for graduate student James Hopper But the day belonged to Virginia's underclassmen and 5 — and contributing key doubles wins — the Cavaliers played like a team ready for a second-weekend push That push begins Saturday at home at 1 p.m Indieheads is one of many Contracted Independent Organizations at the University dedicated to music though it stands out to students for many reasons Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli describes his experience and involvement in Indieheads over the years as well as the impact that the organization has had on his personal and musical development The initial phase of the development will encompass a 750,000 sq a 660-foot VCV (Vertical Continuous Vulcanization) tower and global delivery of HVDC (high-voltage direct current) submarine cables critical to offshore wind and modern energy infrastructure The 660-foot VCV tower is projected to be the tallest structure in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the tallest structure between Philadelphia underscoring the facility’s significant contribution to the regional skyline President & CEO of LS Cable & System “This groundbreaking marks a monumental step forward for LS Cable & System in fulfilling our global vision for energy infrastructure By investing in cutting-edge manufacturing facilities like the one in Chesapeake we not only strengthen our competitive position in the global market but also play a crucial role in providing innovative solutions to meet the world’s growing energy demands The success of this project will enhance our global footprint and contribute significantly to the advancement of sustainable energy systems worldwide.” “This groundbreaking event represents far more than the launch of a construction project - it marks the start of a long-term investment in innovation LS GreenLink is laying the foundation for leadership in advanced manufacturing while reinforcing the global energy infrastructure that powers industries and communities worldwide.” “The commencement of this facility in Chesapeake is a proud moment for Virginia This investment strengthens our leadership in innovation and manufacturing while creating hundreds of new jobs LS GreenLink’s commitment to developing advanced energy infrastructure here exemplifies the innovative and impactful growth we are seeing across the Commonwealth.” “This groundbreaking ceremony represents not just a significant investment in the City of Chesapeake but also for the Hampton Roads community,” said Chesapeake City Mayor Rick West “This investment represents a huge step for the region’s clean energy and offshore wind industries LS GreenLink’s decision to locate in Chesapeake proves the City’s and region’s commitment to clean We look forward to future investment from LS and a continued partnership with South Korea.” The initial phase is expected to be completed by the third quarter of 2027 with the facility fully operational by the first quarter of 2028 Subsequent phases of the project are planned allowing LS GreenLink to expand its production capacity and technological capabilities in response to evolving global infrastructure requirements The groundbreaking ceremony brought together executives from LS GreenLink all of whom expressed their support for the project’s positive economic and strategic impact on the region PHOTO: Governor Glenn Youngkin (right) with Bon-Kyu Koo but the good news is that there is still time to turn things around and get back in the running for a spot in the NCAA Tournament but picked up two midweek wins against Liberty and Navy though those wins did not do much when it came to boosting their RPI one that is low for a team that is hoping to still make the NCAA Tournament So where is Virginia exactly in the latest Field of 64 projections they are not even among the first four out The final four teams that get into the tournament according to Wagner are Cincinnati and Florida Atlantic are the next four teams out Virginia is on the edge of the postseason and they took care of business this past week While the Cavaliers did not have an ACC matchup over the weekend UVA was able to take care of business in the midweek matchups against Liberty and Navy Virginia has a big weekend ahead and they need to close the season strong if they want to be able to make the NCAA Tournament Virginia has to avoid a midweek upset vs Towson this weekend and then they get to face the hottest team in the ACC Miami comes to town this weekend and if Virginia can find a way to either get a series win or even a sweep (I know it seems far fetched) they would vastly improve their chances of making it to the NCAA Tournament There is still a ways to go and not much season left for the preseason No 2 to try and get firmly into the postseason picture Florida State remains on top after taking the series vs Clemson and the Seminoles look like the team to beat in the ACC still NC State got knocked from their top spot after losing their series against Miami right behind Georgia Tech and after a bad start to the season Duke won a non-conference series against Radford Virginia did not play over the weekend (along with North Carolina) and Stanford got a series win vs Boston College there are some big series across the conference Louisville travels to Atlanta to face Georgia Tech All of these series could have a potential impact on the ACC race Latest Bowl Projections From 247Sports Paints a Grim 2025 Outlook for Tony Elliott And Virginia Football Updated ACC Baseball Standings: Virginia Cavaliers Remain In The Middle After A Weekend Off Virginia Football Set to Get A Visit This Week From An ACC Transfer Tight End The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER The West Virginia Manufacturer's Association is hosting the Manufacturing and Energy Growth Summit in Wheeling — The West Virginia Manufacturer's Association is hosting the Manufacturing and Energy Growth Summit in Wheeling Companies from industries such as manufacturing and utilities are gathering at Oglebay on Monday and Tuesday to discuss trends and opportunities within these sectors The summit is scheduled to conclude at noon on Tuesday (WCHS) — The final Joann Fabrics location in West Virginia will close its doors at the end of this month is holding a going-out-of-business sale through May 31 Management noted all merchandise will be discounted 50-70% while fixtures and furniture will be for sale The crafting supply retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2024 and remained a private company to keep its stores open The company cited inventory issues as the main reason for the filing West Virginia's almost-heavenly options merit a visit soon The tiny town of Davis makes a great base for hiking which has the stunning 57-foot-tall Blackwater Falls as its most prominent feature also has numerous trails leading through remarkable natural scenery like the drafts at Stumptown Ales and the spirits at New Heritage Distilling and in addition to a proud legacy in coal mining the town also functioned for generations as a logging area the meeting point of Beaver Creek and the Blackwater River allowed for moving felled logs toward waiting buyers draws whitewater rafting fans from everywhere Those interested in the arts can visit the Artists At Work which exhibits the work of the area's best artists and craftsmen The Gandy Dancer Theater is the perfect venue for finishing up the day with Branson-style shows and a gala dinner At the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, the tiny town of Harpers Ferry has drawn visitors for centuries. The majestic Shenandoah Valley makes one side of the village creating a scene that founding father Thomas Jefferson once called "worth a voyage across the Atlantic." Harpers Ferry features a short section of the Appalachian Trail showcases the place where abolitionist John Brown attempted to launch an insurrection to end American slavery His actions helped push the United States to full-scale civil war Most historic sites in town are under the management of the National Park Service — and have free admission and other visual elements are designed for every U.S Hinton sits in West Virginia's sparsely-populated southeast The town derives its beginning from the confluence of the Bluestone making it a good place to find water and build a community Hinton's downtown has a spot on the National Register of Historic Places and was once an important stop on the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad Fans of rail and other histories will enjoy Hinton's Railroad Museum Students of architecture will enjoy diverse architectural styles in the town's historic center Hinton lies around 45 minutes away from the New River Gorge National Park one of America's newest protected natural areas Morgantown is well-known as West Virginia's football-loving, hard-partying college town. Home to the West Virginia University (WVU), the town, perched along the Monongahela River in north-central West Virginia, sits near Pennsylvania travelers often enjoy the Monongalia Arts Center The Morgantown History Museum illustrates the region's significant role in the French and Indian War which preceded and influenced the American Revolution Morgantown's green spaces vary substantially from the Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park to the Core Arboretum the Deckers Creek and Caperton Rail-Trails are repurposed rail beds that now serve as ideal places for walking Travelers can arrive in Martinsburg via Amtrak or via the nearby Eastern West Virginia Regional Airport — two options for those who want to travel without a car For a mix of the great outdoors and local history the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park It celebrates the historic canal project that accelerated trade and commerce from Washington In the foothills of the Appalachians, Princeton experienced rapid growth in the coal mining boom of the early 1900s Princeton organizes the Mercer County Fair every summer celebrating its agricultural roots and featuring rides and local food for celebrants from all over The town sits in the greater Bluefield area a local "two-state city" that stretches over the West Virginia and Virginia state border Princeton in recent years has taken on a revitalization campaign an attempt to make the place even more welcoming for vacationers and road-trippers White Sulphur Springs Foremost among its attractions is the Greenbrier gave rise to the nickname "Queen of the Watering Places." White Sulphur Springs' high-class bona fides only shine brighter given its historic ties with the game of golf: in 1884 becoming America's first official golf club White Sulphur Springs sustains a broad menu of interesting places to eat and drink such as the Prime 44 West which is perfect for fine dining White Sulphur Springs' many points of interest are accessible via Amtrak's Cardinal route between Chicago and Washington some of West Virginia's coolest travel attractions lie a bit outside the state's larger cities Davis and Elkins offer proximity to mountain bliss and a touch of culture History-rich towns like Harpers Ferry and Hinton will bring the amateur U.S whatever their stage of erudition and interest Morgantown offers lively culture in a college-town atmosphere while White Sulphur Springs pours on the luxury For such a diverse list of things to see and do West Virginia warrants a first or repeat visit in summer 2025 photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com West Virginia Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities will host the Connecting Families and Providers: A Pathway to Team-Based Care conference May 15-16 Day 1 will be a pre-conference for providers It will include in-person active learning during interdisciplinary feeding assessments and personalized learning sessions for family support Attendees will be split into two groups: Group A and Group B These groups are limited to 10 providers each Day 2 will be a day full of interactive webinars for families and providers featuring interactive webinars via Zoom providers and learners are all welcome to join Find more information. For questions about the conference, to request accessibility accommodations, or to discuss dietary restrictions for the pre-conference, please contact Amy Burt at alburt@hsc.wvu.edu or 304-293-4692 Glenn Youngkin said on Friday that he would trim Virginia’s budget by $900 million in light of next year’s tax revenue projections which could decrease as the White House’s reshaping of federal spending spurs economic uncertainty in the state Youngkin announced he had signed the bipartisan budget bill adopted in February by the Virginia General Assembly but vetoed 37 line items winnowing state spending to create a rainy day cushion Youngkin said that while he still supported President Donald Trump’s culling of federal spending and dramatic reshaping of global trade through tariffs he also acknowledged that the changes could hurt Virginia in the short term “The President’s actions to reset fiscal spending and reset unbalanced trade relationships are expected to have some impact in the near term on not only the Virginia workforce but also the revenues that we collect,” he said The cuts mainly sever funds allotted for 10 capital projects for higher education institutions adding that he also cut funding for long-term investment projects that could be funded under existing appropriations The budget vetoes also scrap funds for a public-private partnership for child care The governor described the amendment as an innovative idea but “not ready for prime time yet.” He said he hoped the legislature would take up the amendment again next year Youngkin’s announcement comes after he proposed in late March more than 200 amendments to the Virginia House budget bill that would have cut the proposed state spending provisions by $300 million Youngkin’s edits, however, were largely ignored by Democrats who have majorities in both chambers. After they returned to Richmond for a one-day session, lawmakers accepted about 30 of Youngkin’s proposed budget revisions and scrapped the remaining amendments Youngkin can outright veto the budget or line-item veto parts of the legislation after lawmakers reconvene though his ability to scrupulously edit the text becomes limited Youngkin opted to veto capital projects and ultimately sliced the state’s spending plan by triple the amount he had initially proposed “The line-item veto authority for a governor when you use a line-item veto in the context of a budget House of Delegates Minority Leader Todd Gilbert said in a statement that he wished Democrats had cooperated with Youngkin’s $300 million worth of cuts but he was ultimately pleased with the governor’s actions Friday “Thanks to the Governor’s conservative leadership Virginia is better positioned to weather what comes next,” Gilbert said in a statement “I encourage my Democratic colleagues to join us in putting the Commonwealth’s fiscal health ahead of political games.” who chairs the House Appropriations Committee said: “While today’s budget signed by Governor Youngkin does not include every priority we fought for it reflects the determined efforts of House and Senate Democrats to deliver meaningful progress for Virginians.” The budget bill is one of 91 remaining bills that Youngkin said he has until the end of the day Friday to either sign, veto or allow to become law without his action. Those bills landed on his desk after lawmakers rejected his amendments to the legislation in April “There are bills that I have vetoed before that we’re vetoing again,” Youngkin said on the remaining legislation he is taking up “There are a lot of bills that I think are very interesting Olivia Diaz is a corps member for The Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area Flora Hawk and Jonathan Michie star in the world premiere of Damien Geter’s Loving v Virginia Opera is marking its golden anniversary season in the best way possible which divides its time among three Virginia cities is performing the world premiere of an opera it co-commissioned with the Richmond Symphony As heard during the Sunday matinee at the GMU Center for the Arts in Fairfax this full-length work proved to be one of the most successful new operas of the decade The title refers to a landmark case in the civil rights movement decided unanimously by Earl Warren’s Supreme Court in 1967 striking down Virginia’s state law banning interracial marriage were arrested and jailed by the sheriff in Caroline County but the judge in the case suspended the sentence if they left Virginia who moved temporarily to the District of Columbia Jessica Murphy Moo crafted a libretto that includes all of the relevant points of the story while humanizing the characters and allowing moments of emotional expansion Contrary to the approach of many contemporary composers and librettists opera just does not work quite the same way as spoken theater Music and non-recitative singing need to be given the upper hand something that Murphy Moo’s libretto helped make possible Loving is the second opera for Damien Geter, the Virginia-born composer who is also an operatic baritone and interim music director of Portland Opera. Geter’s major oratorio An African American Requiem, performed by Choral Arts Society of Washington in 2022 demonstrated both his dramatic acumen and his skill in writing for voices Geter has woven music in vernacular styles—blues and spirituals—into this score yet in ways that felt organic and logical with a lyric soprano featuring exceptional tonal clarity “The House Called Love,” sung to her daughter Peggy with occasional weakness toward the top of the range a working man who enjoyed fixing and racing cars unaccompanied passage after they accepted the condition of leaving Virginia to avoid going to jail for a year Mezzo-soprano Melody Wilson, heard in 2023 with Washington Concert Opera especially the emotional moment after she visited her daughter in jail (“My child Contralto Alissa Anderson gave an equally strong impression in the smaller role of Richard’s mother in the duet with Richard “You tripped a wire Phillip Bullock lent his polished baritone sound to the dignified role of Mildred’s father while mezzo-soprano Tesia Kwarteng made a sassy Annette Tenor Adam Richardson relished the dual villain roles of Sheriff Brooks and Judge Bazile nasal voice to the visible face of justice applied unjustly All three of these singers are former Herndon Foundation Emerging Artists with Virginia Opera provided some comic relief as Bernard Cohen surpassed in vocal power by tenor Christian Sanders as his partner The Virginia Opera chorus played crucial parts throughout the evening with excellent intonation and ensemble unity especially the male quartet that taunted Richard while he shared a prison cell with them Presiding over the pit was Virginia Opera’s talented music director His confident beat and careful coordination came across in the cohesion of vocal and instrumental forces Guitar and drum kit added some distinctive sounds Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves-Montgomery, who sang the previous evening on the other side of the Potomac put on her opera director hat to direct a savvy giving the story some personal resonance.) Minimal sets suggested the family’s home with furniture pieces and a roll-on door and court buildings with a set of riser-like steps (scenic design by Mikiko Suzuki MacAdams) Jessica Jahn’s costumes effectively evoked the 1950s and 60s Geter’s score alternated between neo-romantic lush harmony and scoring and the pulsating rhythms of minimalism mainly for transitions and active choral scenes Geter chose to represent the impersonal machine of the law with a smaller semi-chorus reciting legal cases and statues in a unison or octave monotone Graves heightened the effect of this musical choice by having the singers in that role wear gray masks that obscured their faces When these robotic chorus members switched from chanting the old racist Virginia Code to the language of the Supreme Court ruling it became a powerful symbol of hope for the future Asked toward the opera’s end how she felt about the Supreme Court victory “I feel free,” which rightly got its own round of applause Loving v. Virginia runs through May 11, only in Richmond. vaopera.org XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong> Subscribe via RSS 2025; more at vaprojectpipeline.virginia.gov STAUNTON – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) in partnership with the City of Harrisonburg is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential solutions on Route 42 (Virginia Avenue) between Gay Street and the Harrisonburg city limit This study will focus on identifying measures to encourage lower speeds The study will evaluate alternatives to preserve throughput on the two-lane segment from Gay Street to Edom Road identified in the Harrisonburg Rockingham Metropolitan Planning Organization 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan as being over capacity in the future The corridor also has barriers to use for people biking and walking to destinations such as nearby activity centers and the transit connections used for travel throughout the city and beyond VDOT invites residents and travelers to learn more and take an online survey which is available May 5-19 Community input received through this survey will help the study team identify existing issues along the study corridor and develop recommendations for potential improvements that will be evaluated and presented during the next phase of the study which will include another opportunity for public comment The survey, which has a translation tool for other languages, is available at https://publicinput.com/st-25-01. Comments can also be sent to brad.reed@vdot.virginia.gov or to Brad Reed Virginia Department of Transportation Staunton District VDOT and Harrisonburg Public Works will host an open house for the study on Tuesday There will be two location/timeframe options to attend where the community may share their experiences thoughts and questions related to traveling the area The open house location/time options include: as well as regional and local funding sources The VDOT Staunton District is on Facebook and X (Twitter). 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Josh Thomas (D-Prince William County), introduced HB1601 which he designated as Virginia’s first data center reform bill “It’s incredibly disappointing to see Governor Youngkin ignore our community’s concerns in favor of rapid unconstrained data center development that threatens our homes and schools and our way of life,” Thomas said in a statement In his explanation for the veto Youngkin said the bill limits local discretion and creates unnecessary red tape the legislation imposes a one-size-fits-all approach on communities that are best positioned to make their own decisions,” Youngkin wrote Rapid growth of cloud computing and artificial intelligence has caused demand for data centers to balloon in recent years Northern Virginia alone houses more than 300 data centers in the area’s westernmost counties Thomas said he’s going to continue to fight for the issue “Today is not the end – it’s only the beginning we succeeded in bringing a bipartisan majority of Virginia legislators together to pass real data center reform and that is a victory we can build on in the future I remain wholly committed to fighting for western Prince William County on this issue,” Thomas said Get breaking news and daily headlines delivered to your email inbox by signing up here Grace Newton is an Associate Producer at WTOP She also works as an associate producer for NPR Newscast Grace was born and raised in North Carolina but has lived in D.C Grace graduated from American University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and minor in art history in 2022 Virginia Giuffre died by suicide on April 25 at her home in Australia The new simulator offers a high-tech practice space for the VSU community while introducing students to the growing golf industry Virginia State University is proud to announce the addition of a new golf simulator donated by the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) A second simulator was awarded through the University's participation in the White House HBCU Golf Consortium a national initiative to increase diversity in the golf industry and expose students to unique professional opportunities located in the VSU Fitness/Wellness Center inside Daniel Gymnasium features two state-of-the-art simulator bays and a putting green "We are very excited about this new golf simulator and how it will benefit not only our student-athletes but the broader Virginia State University community," said Rodney Hall Deputy Chief of Staff and a leader of the initiative "It will allow us to introduce more students to the game of golf and spark interest in a global industry." The University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday Virginia State University1 Hayden Dr.Virginia State University, VA 23806804-524-5000 Former Virginia RB Kobe Pace Signs Mini Camp Deal With Seattle Seahawks Detailing Virginia Football's Three Most Impactful Spring Transfer Additions A total of nine ACC teams were projected in Crawford's non-College Football Playoff Virginia Tech was placed in the First Responder Bowl to take on Big 12 side Baylor Virginia Tech is expected to marginally improve on last season's 6-7 record the Hokies are set to take on two SEC sides in Vanderbilt and South Carolina in the first two weeks before two very winnable games with ODU and Wofford slip into the week three and four slots Then comes the beginning of an aggressive ACC schedule which sees the maroon and orange take on NC State before their annual Commonwealth Clash against the University of Virginia which takes place in Charlottesville this Fall While Crawford did not state his projected Virginia Tech record the Hokies can optimistically expect three wins from their first four games NC State has proved to be an inconsistent side for the Hokies to rely on as each side has taken two of the previous four matchups Wake Forest is going to be undergoing a rebuild since coach Dave Clawson left the program can beat any ACC team; the biggest question will be whether or not it is their day The Yellow Jackets took Georgia to eight overtimes Georgia Tech even took down Miami after a 9-0 start for the Hurricanes when the Hokies took on Georgia Tech last season Head Coach Brent Key's team scored a season-low six points it is entirely possible the Hokies go on a three-game slide before taking on UVa neither is expected to make it to the playoff semifinals Virginia Tech has restructured following their 6-7 last season The Hokies have lost 30 players and both offensive and defensive coordinators in Tyler Bowen and Chris Marve the Hokies have responded well with 26 new players and coordinators in Philip Montgomery and Sam Siefkes headed onboard An official website of the United States government Watch Live at 11:30 a.m. ET: Results of Nationwide Law Enforcement Effort Press Conference View the latest ICE guidance on COVID-19 Get information about how to check in with your local ICE Office here Reportándose con ICE: Obtenga información sobre cómo reportarse a su oficina local de ICE aquí View in other languages Call 1-866-DHS-2-ICE to report suspicious activityReport Crime Learn More About ICE ICE's ERO officers uphold United States immigration laws by focusing on individuals who present the greatest risk to national security View the annual report Media Inquiries Drug Enforcement Administration; Bureau of Alcohol Firearms and Explosives; and Department of Justice Diplomatic Security Service arrested three illegal aliens during routine daily operations April 21 in Northern Virginia Among those arrested were an illegally present Salvadoran national with prior drug 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the public can report crimes and suspicious activity by dialing 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form Learn more about ICE’s mission to increase public safety in our communities on X: @EROWashington For media inquiries about ICE activities, operations, or policies, contact the ICE Office of Public Affairs at ICEMedia@ice.dhs.gov One of the tops when it comes to high level softball West Virginia features several teams that are among the Appalachian region's best around Taking over the top spot in our latest set of rankings are Cabell Midland after they upended the previous No 1 Hurricane in a 1-0 battle of the state's top two teams who else is among the elites when it comes to high school softball in West Virginia Take a look at our Power 10 rankings as we give you our list ahead of this week's set of regular season games Jumping ahead of Hurricane is Cabell Midland whose only loss of the season to a team out of West Virginia was against the Redskins back on April 8th The Knights defeated Hurricane in a rematch last week Hurricane falls out of the top spot after a loss to Cabell Midland last week The Falcons are in an exclusive group of teams that's still undefeated this season What has separated this squad from others is their power at the plate with Frankfort belting 23 home runs collectively this season so far Moving down from the initial set of rankings are the Cougars after they dropped their third game of the season this one a 10-7 loss to Woodgrove (Virginia) Jefferson finished up the regular season with a 11-2 victory over No The Huskies have won five out of their last six games with one loss coming against Lincoln County Senior Hannah Shamblin has been impressive Another team that fell victim to Woodgrove of Virginia was the Patriots Washington closed the regular season out with a 11-2 loss to Jefferson with the two teams coming off of playing each other in a double header The Mohigans are currently riding a 5-game winning streak After having having the Patriots higher up in our weekly rankings for the first few weeks we drop them down due to a recent 3-0 loss Morgantown Anniston Shelton has been an impressive looking freshman The Hawks have been impressive this season behind the play of Maddie Campbell who has been the team's best player at the plate this spring Campbell is batting an impressive .459 at the plate with five home runs University ended the regular season with a 5-1 loss to Parkersburg South Logan proved they belong when they lost to Cabell Midland Myleigh Adams has proven she has been one of the state's best hitters Follow High School On SI throughout the 2025 high school softball season for Live Updates the most up to date Schedules & Scores and complete coverage from the preseason through the state championships Be sure to Bookmark High School on SI for all of the latest high school softball news To get live updates on your phone - as well as follow your favorite teams and top games - you can download the SBLive Sports app: Download iPhone App| Download Android App -- Andy Villamarzo | villamarzo@scorebooklive.com | @highschoolonsi ANDY VILLAMARZOAndy Villamarzo has been a sports writer in the Tampa Bay (FL) Area since 2007 writing for publications such as Tampa Bay Times FL area and started as a writer with SB Live Sports in the summer of 2022 covering the Tampa Bay Area He has quickly become one of Florida's foremost authorities on high school sports radio programs and digital broadcasts as an expert on team rankings © 2025 ABG-SI LLC - SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC The Hokies came into the weekend fighting for a postseason bid but getting swept by Pittsburgh is not going to help their case but this loss now has their RPI falling below 50 and officially putting their postseason aspirations in doubt Virginia Tech has non-conference matchups against Liberty and Mercer this week and no ACC matchups Time is running short for the Hokies to put it together and play up to their talent level In the latest field of 64 projections from On3 Sports Jonathan Wagner Virginia Tech has moved from in the field to being one of the first teams out but time is running out for the Hokies as the season starts to come to a close Florida State remains on top in the ACC Standings after taking the series vs Clemson and the Seminoles look like the team to beat in the ACC still NC State was knocked from its top spot after losing their series against Miami Latest 2025 Bowl Projections Have Virginia Tech Facing Off With Big 12 Contender Polls are open for early voting in Virginia’s primary election to select the candidates who will be on the ballot in November when the state elects a new governor and other power-yielding leaders Races in the June primary include nominees for the statewide offices of attorney general and lieutenant governor Some voters will also be nominating candidates to run for the Virginia House of Delegates While Democrats currently hold a majority in both chambers of the state legislature Republicans are in control of the governor’s office When voters cast ballots in the general election on Nov they could reshape the trifecta’s political balance polls open for early voting in the primary on Friday According to the Virginia Department of Election there are Democratic primaries in all 133 Virginia counties and cities But only 31 will have a Republican primary Look up your polling place online Voters can register or update their registration online until May 27 you’ll also have the option to cast a ballot early at voter registration offices Make sure to bring a valid form of identification along when you head to the polls If you forget your ID or miss the deadline to register, Virginia does offer same day registration which allows voters to cast a provisional ballot Those provisional ballots have to be approved by the local electoral board before they’re counted Those who are 65 years old and older or who have a disability have the option of curbside voting on the day of the primary election Virginians who want to vote by mail need to request an absentee ballot Those applications need to be received by your local registrar’s office by 5 p.m you can mail it or leave it at a drop off location which should be listed in the instructions mailed with your ballot ballots sent in the mail need to be postmarked on or before June 17 and received by Friday More information is available on the Virginia Department of Elections website The candidates running for Virginia governor have already been set the state’s current lieutenant governor is running against Democrat Abigail Spanberger who formerly represented Virginia in the U.S Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is running for reelection He has already been selected as the Republican nominee for the office The Democratic primary for attorney general has two candidates: Attorney Shannon Taylor and former Virginia State Del Radio host John Reid is in line to be the Republican nominee for lieutenant governor come November Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity recently dropped out of the Republican primary for lieutenant governor leaving Reid as the only candidate in the race However, Reid’s candidacy is now also in question. Youngkin asked Reid on Friday to drop out over allegations that he shared pornographic content online Reid denies the accusations and has not announced any change in his plans to seek the lieutenant governor’s office The Democratic primary for lieutenant governor has six candidates: All 100 seats in the Virginia House of Delegates will be up for grabs in November as voters elect new leaders in the lower chamber of the General Assembly But most incumbents aren’t facing any challengers and have already secured their nominations without a primary There are nine total Democratic primaries for the Virginia House of Delegates with only one of those races taking place in Northern Virginia Patrick Hope is running against Sean Epstein and software engineer Arjoon Srikanth in District 1 The other Democratic primaries with are in District 40 There are eight Republican primaries for the Virginia House of Delegates Three Republicans are running with hopes of going up against incumbent Democratic Del Sahar Smith and Xanthe Larsen are competing in the primary Clay Jackson are bidding for an open seat in District 62 which will represent part of Culpeper County as well as Greene County The other Republican primaries are taking place in District 37 One Northern Virginia race to keep an eye on is the Democratic primary for the Arlington County Board Board chairman Takis Karantonis is facing a challenge from James DeVita WTOP’s Nick Iannelli contributed to this report Jessica Kronzer graduated from James Madison University in May 2021 after studying media and politics advocacy and compelling human-interest stories This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.