Kudzu Poses New Threat to Environment

A researcher at the University of Virginia says Kudzu poses a new threat to the environment that is worse than anyone ever thought. Charles Fishburne has more in this Science Matters report.

One Out of Five Virginia children 10-17 is Overweight

A new state survey indicates one out five Virginians age 10-17 is overweight, but as Charles Fishburne reports, these numbers are revealing in more ways than one.

Monroe: A Decent Man

Commentator Thea Marshall celebrates the  252nd birthday of Northern Neck native son, James Monroe. Monroe, the last of our early presidents to have been born in Virginia, was both popular and underrated, and his two terms have become known for idealism and integrty.

Baseball

Major League Baseball will begin soon, and Richmond will be getting a new Minor League team this year. Richmond has a long history of baseball tradition.

Preservation Virginia Releases Endangered List

Preservation Virginia has released its annual list of endangered buildings and archaeological sites across the Commonwealth.

Pfizer Closing Henrico Plant

Over the next two or three years Pfizer, Inc. will pull the plug on its manufacturing plant in Henrico.

A Unique Lecture Series Begins Tomorrow in Hopewell

Tomorrow installment of this year’s Historic Hopewell Foundation Lunch and Lecture series will take place at the Appomattox Regional Library.

W&M to Offer Degree with Scottish University

William and Mary and the University of St. Andrews in Scotland will offer an undergraduate, joint degree program beginning in the Fall of 2011. Charles Fishburne reports.

Revenues Better: State Employees Bonus a Possibility

Virginia’s revenue picture is better for the first time in two years, according to Finance Secretary Ric Brown. Charles Fishburne reports.

Chesterfield County Airport Opens New Taxiway

Rep. Randy Forbes (R-Va.) joined Chesterfield officials to dedicate a new taxi way at the County Airport yesterday.