Format: 2013-06-19

McDonnell Says No to ABC Referendum

Gov. McDonnell says support is bulding, but he has no timetable for presenting his liquor plan to the legislature.

McDonnell Speaks to Governors on Higher Ed

Gov. McDonnell speaks to National Governors' Association on ways to increase college degrees.

Honeybees Making a Comeback

Honeybees are making a comback in Virginia, but it was touch and go for a few years.

UR Opens International Center

UR has just opened its new Carole Weinstein International Center, which already has gained worldwide recognition.

Planning District and Chamber Launch Capital Region Collaborative

Bob Crum and Kim Scheeler describe collaborative effort of Richmond Regional Planning District Commission and Greater Richmond Chamber to develop strategic priorities for the region.

Texting Technology Puts Teens At Greater Risk of Abusive Relationships

Technology may have taken domestic abuse to a new level. A recent poll from the national Family Violence Prevention Fund finds alarming numbers on teen dating, and a new form of abuse using text messages. Charles Fishburne talks with the Director of the Virginia Family and Childrens Trust Fund.

Governor McDonnell Meets With Economic Advisors

Yesterday Governor McDonnell met behind closed doors with his Joint Advisory Board of Economists to try to forecast the economic outlook for the upcoming year.

This is National Lights On After School Day

The Peter Paul Development Center on Church Hill is taking part in what is known at National Lights On After School Day.

Groundbreaking for Ft. Lee Lodging Facility

Construction of a thousand-room lodging facility at Ft. Lee began in August. There’ll be an official groundbreaking ceremony tomorrow morning at 9.

Henrico Offers “Advantage Card”

Henrico County has launched a new program to offer discounts, bonuses and other rewards for people who shop and buy locally.