Virginia Sun Bucks aims to fight summer hunger in children

The federal program provides financial support for eligible families to afford groceries over the summer. VIRGINIA, USA — A federal program is helping families across the Commonwealth afford groceries during the summer season.  Virginia Sun Bucks is a …

Menhaden fishing linked to osprey decline in Virginia

Virginia's osprey population has declined by 90% due to reduced prey availability, say conservationists. VIRGINIA, USA — A sharp decline in the osprey population along Virginia’s Eastern Shore is raising alarms among conservationists and scientists, …

The Perfect West Virginia Weekend Trip Itinerary

There are not many states that cram as much adrenaline-pumping action into a small space as West Virginia. With its rumbling whitewater and legendary college arenas, the Mountain State is just like game day for its fans. Before hitting the road, readers …

Virginia Beach school board votes to ban student phone use during lunch

Virginia Beach high schools are banned from using their phones during lunch after this week's school board vote. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — High school students in Virginia Beach will no longer be able to use their phones during lunch following Tuesday' …

Grizzlies select West Virginia guard Javon Small in NBA Draft

Virginia Court of Appeals Overturns Arlington Missing Middle Decision

On June 24, 2025, the Virginia Court of Appeals overturned the Circuit Court of Arlington County’s decision invalidating Arlington County’s Expanded Housing Option (EHO) ordinance, commonly known as the “Missing Middle” ordinance. The decision was made on …

Virginia man, 22, booked on charges he threatened to kill Sheriff Ivey

A Virginia man was arrested for threatening Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and his family after Ivey's controversial statements regarding handling protesters. The man, Jacob Alexander Devan, faces multiple charges including written, electronic …

2025 guard MJ Feenane discusses West Virginia pledge

Miami (Fla.) Columbus High 2025 guard MJ Feenane had been in contact with West Virginia since the new coaching staff arrived in Morgantown. So, Feenane made the decision to commit to the Mountaineers. “My decision to commit really started with my family …

Republicans hope to flip Virginia's 11th Congressional District back to red

FAIRFAX, Va. (7News) — Republicans in Fairfax County and the City of Fairfax want to flip Virginia's 11th Congressional District from blue back to red. A special election is underway to fill the seat once held by Democratic Representative Gerry …

2025 Virginia Triple Crown Schedule Of Events

The Virginia Triple Crown kicks off Saturday at South Boston Speedway with the running of the Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200. 40 cars have already filed entries, making Saturday’s race the biggest 200-lap Late Model Stock Car race at South Boston …