Format: 2013-05-23

UR Warns of Scam Artists

University of Richmond police have issued an updated warning about scam artists working neighborhoods near the school.

State surplus Helped by Federal Funds

The Commonwealth Institute says the state surplus for FY10 was bolstered by federal stimulus funds.

World’s Tallest Man To Get Surgery at UVA to Stop Uncontrolled Growth

The world’s tallest man comes to Charlottesville today for an operation that doctors believe will stop his uncontrolled growth and prolong his life. Charles Fishburne has more in this Science Matters report.

Las Vegas Man Fighting Extradition to Virginia

His lawyer says a Las Vegas man will fight extradition to Virginia to face a murder charge.

Peter Paul Center Concluding Summer Programs

The Summer Institute at the Peter Paul Development Center on Church Hill is coming to an end and the After School Learning Immersion Program is gearing up.

Scott On Healthcare Reform

Virginia’s 3rd District U.S. Congressman Bobby Scott was in Richmond yesterday visiting small businesses and speaking with business owners about their challenges in a difficult economy. Craig Carper reports.

Scott On Unemployment

Virginia’s 3rd District U.S. Congressman Bobby Scott was in Richmond yesterday visiting small businesses and speaking with business owners about their challenges in a difficult economy. Craig Carper reports.

Virginia Apple Crop Appears to Have Survived

Virginia apple growers may be among the few farmers spared the devastation  of  hot and dry weather this summer.  As Charles Fishburne reports, the crop is expected to be normal and in some ways better than normal

Dinwiddie School Survey Comes Up Short

The 2010 Youth Prevention Needs Assessment of six through 11th graders in Dinwiddie was presented at the last meeting of the County School Board, but the results won’t be useful.

Petersburg Landfill Will Expand

They’re talking trash with a smile in Petersburg. Next week will mark a year since the City of Petersburg sold its landfill to Container First Services. Now, instead of facing the possibility of a million dollar expense, Petersburg has a series of new revenue sources.