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Jan 09 2026SPORTS

Mason Bonner: A Standout Athlete's Journey Through Change

Mason Bonner, a standout athlete from Mullen High School, faced a sudden twist in his college football plans. In December, his commitment to the University of Michigan was thrown into question when the school's coaching staff underwent a significant change. This unexpected turn of events led to a wh

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Jan 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

Virginia and Beyond: Climate and Energy Shifts in 2026

Virginia is stepping up its game to tackle rising energy costs. The incoming governor has plans to make electricity bills easier on the wallet. She wants to boost battery storage and energy efficiency to avoid expensive new power lines. Meanwhile, the state's offshore wind project hit a snag when th

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

Virginians Say No to Healthcare Cuts

Virginians are not happy with the recent healthcare changes. A big group of people, nearly four times more, want Congress to keep the tax credits that help pay for health insurance. These credits expired at the end of last year because Congress did not extend them. Without them, many people might lo

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Dec 26 2025OPINION

Golf, Diversity, and Community: A Closer Look at Virginia Beach's Green Spaces

Virginia Beach's golf courses are more than just places for the wealthy to play. They are vibrant community hubs where people of all backgrounds enjoy the game. The idea that golf is only for rich white men is outdated and unfair. Public courses like Virginia Beach National Golf Club attract a diver

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Virginia Tech Eyes Proven Defensive Line Coach

Virginia Tech is making a move to strengthen its defense. They are looking at Sean Spencer, who has been coaching defensive lines for years. He has worked at big schools like Texas A&M, Florida, and Penn State. He even spent time in the NFL with the New York Giants. Spencer's teams have been really

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Dec 20 2025SPORTS

Mason Marchment Swaps Teams Again: What's Next for the Experienced Forward?

Mason Marchment is on the move again. This time, he's heading to the Columbus Blue Jackets from the Seattle Kraken. The trade involved a second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The latter pick originally came from the New York Rangers. Marchment, who i

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Virginia Beach Welcomes New Finance Leader

Virginia Beach has a new finance director. Wan \"Wendy\" Hu stepped into the role permanently after serving as acting director since August. She took over from Letitia Shelton, who moved to Richmond for a similar position. The city manager, Patrick Duhaney, chose Hu after a thorough search across th

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Dec 17 2025BUSINESS

Virginia's Power Play: The Data Center Debate

Virginia is known for its data centers. These buildings are big and need a lot of power. They bring money to the area but also cause some problems. People are worried about the power these centers use. They can power nearly 900, 000 homes. That's a lot! Some people think this is not good for the en

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Dec 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Virginia's Data Center Dilemma: Growth or Green?

Virginia is known as the data center capital of the world. This is because of its strong telecommunications, skilled workforce, and friendly policies. But this growth brings both good and bad things. On the plus side, data centers bring in lots of money for local areas. They create jobs and boost t

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

Virginia Football Faces Transfer Portal Exodus

Virginia football is saying goodbye to two players who are leaving for new opportunities. Ja'Son Prevard, a junior cornerback, is one of them. He was a key player in the defense, playing in many games and making important plays. He had 24 tackles, five pass breakups, and three interceptions this sea

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