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3 weeks ago

Tenaska sets July 28 date for environmental community open house

Application includes BACTs mitigating emissions levels plant opponents contend were never presented to county leaders.

4 weeks ago

Five people displaced by a Wed. morning Scottsville fire

Three home at the time escaped unhurt before firefighters arrived

4 weeks ago

Localities consider sales tax referendum plans

Fluvanna is so far the only local entity to agree to a Nov. referendum of the 1% sales tax hike.

4 weeks ago

Flood watch in effect for local area

Heavy storms could quickly dump large amounts of rain, 2-3 inches in an hour, according to the forecast.

4 weeks ago

Storm leaves thousands without power

Storms with wind gusts around 75 M.P.H. played havoc with Independence Day activities

4 weeks ago

74 new American citizens naturalized at annual Monticello ceremony

Gov. Abigail Spanberger gave the keynote address at the 64th annual event.

1 month ago

Local health providers urge caution against burns and smoke with home fireworks

UVA Health advises being wary of potential burns, and the American Lung Association advises against breathing the smoke.

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3 days ago in Lifestyle

Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin

Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.

5 days ago in Lifestyle

Do you toss food once the date on the label has passed? Experts say that’s often a waste

If you've ever tossed out a carton of milk or a container of yogurt solely because the date on the packaging had passed, you're not alone. Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts.