Atlantic Coast Conference Announces ACC Football Players of the Week for December 1 Dec 2, 2008
theACC.com - The Official Athletic Site of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Duke's Michael Tauiliili. (Theacc.com)
Less Thanksgiving Holiday Traffic Fatalities On Virginia Roads This Year Dec 2, 2008
(AP) - State police say Thanksgiving holiday traffic fatalities dropped significantly this year in Virginia. Preliminary numbers show nine people died in nine crashes from Wednesday through Sunday, down from 19 people killed in 18 crashes during the Thanksgiving period in 2007. (WTVR.com, VA)
Richmond Woman Indicted In Death of VCU Student Dec 2, 2008
(AP) - A Richmond grand jury has indicted a 20-year-old woman on a first-degree murder charge in the slaying of a Virginia Commonwealth University student in a city park. The grand jury on Monday also indicted LaPrecious Nicole Austin on two counts of robbery and three counts of possessing a firearm as a felon in the death of 19-year-old Mount Jackson resident Tyler Binstead. (WTVR.com, VA)
I-95 Back Open Dec 2, 2008
Photos Courtesy: CBS 6 Senior Reporter Wayne Covil. Update 5:38pm 12/01/08. (WTVR.com, VA)
Familiar destination awaits UNH football team Dec 2, 2008
All three games involving CAA teams Saturday are juicy rematches: Villanova (10-2) gets another crack at top-seeded JMU (11-1), after losing on a Hail Mary pass to the Dukes in October; Richmond (10-3) visits No. 2 Appalachian State, the team that bounced it in last year's semifinals; and UNH (10-2) makes a return trip to the UNI-Dome in a game that will air on Comcast Sports Net New England (7 p.m. EST), the school said Monday. Throw in Big Sky rivals Weber State and Montana, and the eight... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Wilson Named First-Team All-ACC Dec 2, 2008
The Richmond, Virginia native led the league in passing efficiency, total offense, and touchdowns thrown despite only playing in 10 games. NC State defensive end , linebacker , and return specialist were honorable mention selections. (StateFans.com)
Startup banks forge ahead Dec 2, 2008
Xenith will be based in Richmond but plans to launch with a Tysons Corner branch. The founders include three former executives: Layfield, Xenith s chief executive officer; Thomas Osgood, its chief financial officer; and Jefferson O Flaherty, its senior vice president of private banking. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Thousand-Year-Old Cypress Dies In Virginia Dec 2, 2008
(AP) -- An ancient bald cypress dating back 1,000 years or more has died in a remote swamp 80 miles southeast of Richmond. Dubbed Big Mama, the largest tree in Virginia towered over Cypress Bridge, a swamp in the Nottoway River. (W-USA News, DC)
Virginia declines to add year to Groh's contract Dec 1, 2008
Virginia won't add year to football coach Al Groh's contract - NCAA Football - SI.com. Posted: Sunday November 30, 2008 7:46PM; Updated: Sunday November 30, 2008 7:46PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
MTI Global Reports Fiscal 2008 Third Quarter Results Dec 1, 2008
"We have finally begun to see benefits from the new calander line in Richmond and have also successfully completed the consolidation of our N.A. Silicone operations from three facilities into two. During the quarter, our results were negatively affected due to a number of items including non-cash charges such as goodwill impairment and warrant re-pricing charges." ... Sales of Magnifoam, the principal product at the Richmond, Virginia plant, were ahead of expectations ... While this increase was... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Census Bureau Jobs Coming to Richmond Dec 1, 2008
The Census Bureau initially plans to hire 1,000 people at offices set up in Alexandria, Richmond and Roanoke, said B.J. Welborn, a spokeswoman for the five-state region that includes Virginia ... Pay for most of the initial jobs will be $12 an hour in Roanoke, $18 in Richmond and $20 in Alexandria. (WTVR.com, VA)
Slopes Open Early at Wintergreen (6:11am) Dec 1, 2008
(AP) - The slopes are opening early at Wintergreen Resort. The central Virginia skiing destination opened the slopes this weekend, two weeks ahead of schedule. (WTVR.com, VA)
Update: Rain Creates Problems for Holiday Drivers Dec 1, 2008
Driving was futher complicated later in the evening when fog moved in to the Richmond area. Original Post. (WTVR.com, VA)
AD: No extra year on Groh's Virginia contract Dec 1, 2008
- For the second time in three years, Virginia has declined to add a year to football coach Al Groh's contract under a rollover clause. "Coach Groh has three years remaining on his current contract," athletic director Craig Littlepage said in a statement released Sunday night. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Virginia man, daughter among Mumbai terror victims Nov 30, 2008
Rensselaer Republican. (AP) A father and his teenage daughter from a Virginia community that promotes a form of meditation were among those killed in the terrorist attacks in India, a colleague said Friday. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Time To Refocus On Less Materialism, Simpler Life Nov 30, 2008
Ross Mackenzie lives with his wife and Labrador retriever in the woods west of Richmond, Virginia. They have two grown sons, both Naval officers. (Townhall.com)
Dr. Ella Mitchell, serene minister, educator Nov 30, 2008
She taught religious education and early childhood education at many institutions, including the Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University in Richmond, and American Baptist Seminary of the West in Berkeley, Calif. Although she had served on national boards, filled in for her husband as a preacher, and became well-known as an educator, she was not ordained for much of her ministry. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Unusual and unforgettable Nov 30, 2008
AJC sports columnist Furman Bisher covers the field. The entry titled "Beating Georgia better than trip to Tampa," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hokies Beat UVA - (4:15am) Nov 30, 2008
(AP) - Dustin Keys kicked a 28-yard field goal with 6:37 to play and offense-challenged Virginia Tech earned the opportunity to defend its Atlantic Coast Conference championship next weekend with a 17-14 victory against Virginia on Saturday. The Hokies (8-4, 5-3 Atlantic Coast Conference) sealed the victory when Dorian Porch intercepted Marc Verica in the end zone with 2:15 to play. (WTVR.com, VA)
Violent Home Invasion In Rural Central VA Nov 30, 2008
The search continues for three people wanted in connection with a home invasion in rural Central Virginia. It happened just before 10 Friday morning in the 4300 block of Three Bridge Road in Powhatan County. (WTVR.com, VA)
Spiders Host Coppin State Tonight Nov 30, 2008
com :: The University of Richmond :: Official Athletic Site ... UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND, Va ... - The Richmond men's basketball team returns home to host Coppin State on Sunday at 7 p.m. in the Robins Center. (Richmondspiders.com)
A look at some Virginia Tech victims Nov 29, 2008
Associated Press writers Zinie Chen Sampson, Dionne Walker and Dena Potter in Richmond, Va. Vicki Smith in Blacksburg, Va. (FOX 11, AZ)
Friday Local Scoreboard Nov 29, 2008
Richmond 53, Troy 48. GW Thanksgiving Classic. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Divided they stand Residents of city home proudly proclaim their loyalty to Virginia Tech--and the University of Virginia. Nov 29, 2008
So he offered to drive the set to his sister's apartment in Richmond. He wanted company on the ride that summer day, so he asked the girl next door. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
U.S. fatalities Nov 29, 2008
Associated Press writers Steve Szkotak in Richmond, Va. Tom Hays in New York and Ravi Nessman in Mumbai, India, contributed to this report. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kaine To Meet W/ VA Tech Families Nov 29, 2008
(AP) - Governor Timothy Kaine plans to respond next week to victims of the Virginia Tech massacre and their family members over concerns regarding the official report about the 2007 killings. In an e-mail to families, Kaine said he's looking at the best way to address requests for factual corrections in the state's report on the April 16th, 2007 massacre. (WTVR.com, VA)
Hokie Spirit Gets Homeowner in Tro00004000uble Nov 29, 2008
CBS 6 - WTVR, Richmond Va - Hokie Spirit Gets Homeowner in Trouble ... Information from: Richmond Times-Dispatch. (WTVR.com, VA)
Women's College Basketball Schedule Nov 28, 2008
Commonwealth at Richmond, 7 p.m.. UCF at Alabama, 8 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Filling Dwight Jones' House of Delegates Seat Nov 28, 2008
Dwight C. Jones, who was elected Richmond's mayor last month. The district includes parts of Richmond and Henrico and Chesterfield counties. (WTVR.com, VA)
Obituaries for Friday, November 28, 2008 Nov 28, 2008
Ardell is survived by two children, Dawn (Michael) McKibben of New Richmond, Wis ... Derek and Vincent Pedretti of Westby, and Kyle McKibben of New Richmond; daughter-in-law, Michele of Lakeville; siblings, Harlan (Joyce) Olson of Westby, Ivan (Gloria) Olson of Westby, Lou Ann (Marvin) Amundson of Janesville, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Mass cycle rides need not be notified to police Nov 27, 2008
House of Lords Published November 27, 2008 Regina (Kay) v Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis Before Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers, Lord Rodger of Earlsferry, Baroness Hale of Richmond, Lord Carswell and Lord Brown of Eaton-under-Heywood Speeches November 26, 2008. Since a procession could be commonly or customarily held even though on each occasion it took a different route, a monthly mass cycle ride through London which set off from a fixed starting place but the route of which was... (Times Online)
No need to humiliate Vick Nov 27, 2008
That was a slightly better look than what took place at the end of last year at Vick s sentencing for federal dogfighting charges in Richmond, Va. Back then, those running the show made Vick resemble a hardcore convict from the 1930s. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Shop Smart for Black Friday Bargains Nov 27, 2008
Verify the charity's registration with the Office of Consumer Affairs: toll-free outside Richmond at (800) 552-9963, or in Richmond at (804) 786-2042. Ask how much of the donation will go to the charity you want to support and how much will go to administrative or fundraising expenses, such as those paid to a professional solicitor. (WTVR.com, VA)
AT&T Gives Back Nov 27, 2008
CBS 6 - WTVR, Richmond Va - AT&T Gives Back ... This promotion is sponsored by WTVR TV/DT CBS 6, 3301 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230, Lite 98 WTVR FM, 3245 Basie Rd, Richmond, VA 23228 and AT&T 4801 Cox Rd., 3rd Fl, Glen Allen, VA 23060 (collectively "Sponsors") ... The prize must be claimed in person at WTVR Studios, 3301 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 during regular business hours and within fifteen business days of the winning notification, excluding holidays, or the prize is... (WTVR.com, VA)
Michael Vick Pleads Guilty Nov 27, 2008
Updated 11/25/2008 - 1:02pm. Reaction from the courtroom. (WTVR.com, VA)
LandAmerica Signs Stock Purchase Agreement for Underwriters Nov 26, 2008
In order to facilitate the closing of the transactions under the Stock Purchase Agreement and protect the Company's remaining assets following the recent announcement of the termination of its 1031 exchange business, the Company and its subsidiary LandAmerica 1031 Exchange Services, Inc. ("1031 Exchange Company") have filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia ("Bankruptcy... (PR Newswire)
Vick pleads guilty to state dogfighting charge Nov 26, 2008
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick pauses during a statement to the press at a hotel in Richmond, Virginia in this August 27, 2007, file photo. Vick faced additional dogfighting charges on September 25, 2007, when he was indicted by a local court in Virginia, one month after pleading guilty in a federal case. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
College Football Schedule Nov 26, 2008
Eastern Kentucky (8-3) at Richmond (9-3), 1 p.m.. Colgate (9-2) at Villanova (9-2), 1 p.m.. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
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Five-star lineman Moses looking into official visits. Five-star lineman Moses looking into official visits. (Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Panthers Place Eighth at Hawk Classic Nov 26, 2008
They'll return to action on Saturday, December 6 when they travel to Richmond, Virginia to participate in the Jeanette Lee Invitational. . (Aupanthers.com)
Back To Where He Began Nov 26, 2008
Two of those transfers Demetric Bennett (SMU) and Daon Merritt (Richmond) ended up playing integral roles on Pelphreys last two teams that won 24 and 20 games respectively. Once Pelphrey had his own players in place, Gottfried said fans got hooked on his exciting style of play. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Lady Pirates fall in OT Nov 26, 2008
Washington Daily News Online. ECU Sports Information. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Lobos Travel to Cancun Challenge This Weekend Nov 26, 2008
VCU has a 31-5 record in the Colonial Athletic Association with two conference championships in Grant's two years in Richmond. CANCUN CHALLENGE SCHEDULE BOARD Previous scores and upcoming schedules for the teams UNM is playing in the Cancun Challenge. (Golobos.com)
Tuesday's Major College Basketball Scores Nov 26, 2008
Richmond 85, UMKC 74. South Carolina 85, Gardner-Webb 70. (International Herald Tribune)
Women's Basketball Continues To Receive Votes In Coaches' Top 25 Nov 26, 2008
The board for the 2008-09 season: Agnus Berenato, Pittsburgh; Pam Borton, Minnesota; Sandy Botham, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Brian Boyer, Arkansas State; Lynn Bria, Stetson; Kenny Brooks, James Madison; Patricia Cage-Gibbs, North Carolina A&T; Royce Chadwick, Marshall; Stephanie DeWolfe, Saint Peter's College; Dana Eikenberg, Southern Illinois; Elaine Elliott, University of Utah; Sharon Fanning, Mississippi State; Julie Goodenough, Charleston Southern; Sue Guevara, Central Michigan; Dr.... (Gozags.com)
More Mountain Lion Sightings In Central VA Nov 26, 2008
Earlier this month, people in Chesterfield and South Richmond reported seeing mountain lions in their neighborhoods. Now folks as far south as Dinwiddie County are reporting sightings. (WTVR.com, VA)
Va's Largest Farm Meeting Set (6:56am) Nov 26, 2008
(AP) - Virginia's largest farmer advocacy group is calling on its members to think of ways to keep locally grown food profitable. The Virginia Farm Bureau has made the economic sustainability of local produce the theme of its annual convention, scheduled to be held next week at The Homestead resort in Hot Springs. (WTVR.com, VA)
Census Bureau Hiring Thousands Here Nov 26, 2008
The U.S. Census Bureau has opened local census offices in Alexandria, Richmond and Roanoke to carry out early 2010 Census operations in Virginia and is looking for qualified applicants to fill more than 3,000 jobs in the counties and independent cities across the Commonwealth. Positions include address listers, office clerks, recruiting assistants, crew leaders and field operation supervisors. (WTVR.com, VA)
Va Offers Tool for Holiday Weary Drivers (6:52am) Nov 26, 2008
(AP) - Relax, weary drivers: thanks to the Virginia Department of Transportation, there's one fewer headache you need to worry about. VDOT has launched an online traffic planning tool on its Web site, www. (WTVR.com, VA)
Duty Calls More Va. Guardsmen (8:52am) Nov 26, 2008
CBS 6 - WTVR, Richmond Va - Duty Calls More Va. Guardsmen (8:52am). (WTVR.com, VA)
Women's Lacrosse Signs Nine To National Letters-Of-Intent Nov 26, 2008
Jenny Granger (East Setauket, N.Y.), Ellie Hilling (Rochester, N.Y.), Betsy Mastropieri (Richmond, Va ... Betsy Mastropieri is a 5-2 attack standout from Richmond, Va ... Stephen's gnes School Jenny Granger M 5-9 East Setauket, N.Y./Ward Melville Ellie Hilling GK 5-2 Rochester, N.Y./Brighton Betsy Mastropieri A 5-2 Richmond, Va. (Und.com)
Kaine To Stay Neutral In Replacement Battle Nov 26, 2008
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. (AP) -- Gov. Timothy Kaine still has more than a year to serve as governor, but three Democrats are vying for a chance to replace him -- and he's staying out of it. (W-USA News, DC)
Wind Turns To Coal Nov 26, 2008
Federal permits for the 6,000-acre Coal River Mountain project are pending, but last week's action by the state Department of Environmental protection allows Richmond, Va. -based Massey to start mining on a 150-acre tract. (W-USA News, DC)
Bon Secours St. Mary's Is First Hospital in U.S. to Perform New Gastric Banding Procedure Nov 25, 2008
SOURCE Bon Secours Richmond Health System. Link to this page. (PR Newswire)
Monday Local Scoreboard Nov 25, 2008
Richmond 69, Florida Gulf Coast 58 ... Eastern Kentucky (8-3) at Richmond (9-3), Noon ... Richmond 9-3 1,550 7. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Americans rush plans for Obama inauguration Nov 25, 2008
Associated Press writers Nafeesa Syeed in Washington, Errin Haines in Atlanta, Jim Fitzgerald in White Plains, N.Y., Joe Mandak in Pittsburgh, Steve Szkotak in Richmond, Va. and Ron Word in Jacksonville, Fla. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Thanksgiving Travel is one American tradition the economy may slow down, but will not stop Nov 25, 2008
Interstate 95 between Richmond and the Springfield Interchange is highlighted as one of VDOT's "heavy congestion" zones. Other zones: the intersection of I-64 and I-95 in Richmond, I-66 eastbound and westbound in Northern Virginia, and I-81 from Lexington to south of Roanoke ... 76 a gallon in Richmond. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Martha Wilkinson Woods Nov 25, 2008
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 3805 Cutshaw Avenue, Suite 200, Richmond, Virginia 23230. Arrangements are entrusted to Townes Funeral Home, 215 West Main Street, Danville, Virginia 24541. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Obituaries for 11/12/08 (22) Nov 25, 2008
He was born June 25, 1930 in Richmond County to the late Delmas Thomas Webb Sr. and Esther Layton Webb. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. (Anson Record, NC)
UVA limits player access heading into big game Nov 25, 2008
Beamer defends limiting player access this week - NCAA Football - SI.com. Posted: Monday November 24, 2008 3:27PM; Updated: Monday November 24, 2008 3:27PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
No. 14 Men's Hoops Team Off To Anaheim For Games Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Nov 25, 2008
ASU is 2-1 vs. Baylor, last playing the Bears on Nov. 26, 1988, in Richmond and topped the Bears 89-73. Its only game against Providence was a 56-54 loss on Dec. 29, 1982 in Honolulu. (Thesundevils.com)
Ledbetter's beat blog Nov 25, 2008
A beat writer's perspective. The entry titled "Impressed with "The Process. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Eleven Minutemen Crack CAA All-Conference Team Nov 25, 2008
Richmond was not far behind with six on the First Team, while Madison logged five ... 2008 All-CAA Football First Team (as voted on by the head coaches) OFFENSE Position Player School Class QB Rodney Landers James Madison Senior RB Massachusetts Junior RB Josh Vaughan Richmond Senior FB/HB Jared Turcotte Maine Freshman WR Mike Boyle New Hampshire Senior WR Massachusetts Junior WR Kevin Grayson Richmond Sophomore TE Scott Sicko New Hampshire Junior OL Ryan Canary Maine Senior OL Massachusetts... (Umassathletics.com)
Nelson Named CAA Offensive Player Of Week Nov 25, 2008
Five individuals earned honors after helping each of their squads to wins on the field Saturday, including James Madison's Markus Hunter, Massachusetts' , New Hampshire's Terrence Klein, Richmond's Sherman Logan and Rhode Island's Brandon Johnson-Farrell ... CAA Football Defensive Player of the Week - Sherman Logan, DL, Richmond ... Logan notched the second of two CAA Football Defensive Player of the Week honors after he had a hand in pushing Richmond to a 23-20 overtime win at William and Mary.... (Umassathletics.com)
Atlantic Coast Conference Announces ACC Football Players of the Week for November 24 Nov 25, 2008
theACC.com - The Official Athletic Site of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Georgia Tech's Jonathan Dwyer. (Theacc.com)
