Virginia travel, real estate & services

15+ min ago (109+ words) RICHMOND, Va. " The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved Virginia's waiver to remove "sweetened beverages" from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The USDA approved the waiver on Tuesday. "I want to thank Secretary Rollins and the entire Trump Administration for their work on our shared goal of modernizing SNAP to promote healthier eating and empower Virginians to lead healthier lives," said Gov. Glenn Youngkin."We all recognize that better nutrition is a critical step to making Virginia the strongest she's ever been." The restriction goes into effect on April 1, 2026. CBS 6 has reached out to Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger's team for comment....

45+ min ago (354+ words) Newport News music festival set for Memorial Day weekend 2026 City approves $3M to launch event Josh Janney //December 11, 2025// Newport News City Council on Tuesday approved a roughly $3 million grant to support the launch of a major music festival coming Memorial Day Weekend 2026, aimed at boosting tourism, igniting interest in downtown and supporting area businesses. Although the main festival will be held over Memorial Day weekend, youth and community activities will start earlier and continue afterward. "This festival marks the next step in Newport News" growth as we compete for regional tourism dollars," said Mayor Phillip Jones in a statement. "By strategically investing in economic development, we are creating an event that highlights future projects in our city, with a goal of generating more than $3 million in economic impact." Jones first suggested launching a major festival in January, during a City Council…...

58+ min ago (134+ words) A CSX train breakdown in Williamsburg blocks key roads, disrupting traffic and urging drivers to find alternate routes as deputies provide updates. Deputies warn of delays as train blocks Airport Road in Williamsburg WILLIAMSBURG, Va. " A CSX train broke down Thursday afternoon in Williamsburg, Virginia, blocking Airport Road near the intersections of Richmond Road and Mooretown Road, according to the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office. The disabled train is currently stopped across the roadway, preventing traffic from passing through the area. Deputies are urging drivers to avoid Airport Road and use alternate routes until the blockage is cleared. There is no estimated time for when the train will be moved. Officials say updates will be provided as new information becomes available. The York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office thanks drivers for their patience and cooperation....

58+ min ago (338+ words) French pastries, classic cookies and more In Chester, Sophia Marie Patisserie has gone viral for its hyperrealistic trompe l'oeil fruit desserts, drawing long lines and selling out within hours. Behind the buzz is baker Stacia Palomeque, whose pandemic hobby has become a nearly 200-item French pastry operation built on technique and fueled by family. (Richmond magazine) Find'primo presents for wine lovers'in your life with input from local bottle shop owners and experts" and enjoy a little something post-shopping with more pro'picks. (Richmond magazine) In our latest round of Best Bites, discover our most memorable dining and drinking moments of the month gone by. (Richmond magazine)' Stay a While:'Fan deli'Susie's'is encouraging guests to sit down at the table and order. The casual'counter-service spot is now offering a special dinner menu with table service, available Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. The…...

1+ hour, 20+ min ago (142+ words) December 11, 2025, 3:33 PM It's another major blow to the Justice Department after the dismissal of earlier charges against James and another longtime Trump foe, former FBI Director James Comey, in a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration's efforts to prosecute the president's political opponents. A judge threw out the original indictment against James and Comey in November, ruling that the prosecutor who presented to the grand jury, Lindsey Halligan, was illegally appointed U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. The Justice Department asked a grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia, to return an indictment Thursday after a different grand jury in Norfolk last week refused to do so. The allegations related to James' purchase of modest house in Norfolk, where she has family. James says the case is politically motivated and has denied any wrongdoing....

1+ hour, 25+ min ago (270+ words) A vehicle came to rest on its side Thursday morning after rolling multiple times. The driver of the vehicle was transported to the hospital. Slick road conditions contributed to a single-vehicle crash near Norfolk on Thursday that sent one person to the hospital. Around 7:35 a.m., deputies with the Madison County Sheriff's Office responded to a rollover crash with injuries on Highway 81 near 837th Road just south of Norfolk, according to a press release from the sheriff's office. The crash occurred during a period of light drizzle that rapidly began freezing on roadways, creating hazardous driving conditions. Witnesses reported that the southbound vehicle began sliding toward the center lane, overcorrected and left the roadway to the right and rolled 2" times. The adult driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained serious injuries. A small child, who was restrained in a child safety seat…...

1+ hour, 35+ min ago (200+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WVVA) - Virginia is rapidly positioning itself as a national leader in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing, Governor Glenn Youngkin said in a recent Facebook post highlighting new investments and job growth in the sector. According to the governor, the Commonwealth has attracted about $12.5 billion in new pharmaceutical investment. Major global companies such as Merck, AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly are expanding operations in Virginia, and the state is building the workforce pipeline to match " including the Virginia Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Training Center currently under development. This is the gravity pull we set out to create: where innovation, research, and industry choose Virginia. He added that the state has secured roughly 3,000 new high'paying jobs and the largest facility investments in AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly's histories. The governor credited a business'friendly pace for the progress, saying Virginia has moved "at the speed of business…...

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1+ hour, 56+ min ago (155+ words) NEWPORT NEWS, Va. " The Newport News City Council has approved a $3.03 million grant to launch a major music and culture festival set for Memorial Day weekend in 2026. Mayor Phillip Jones said the festival is part of the city's plan to compete for regional tourism dollars, projecting more than $3 million in economic impact." "By strategically investing in economic development, we are creating an event that highlights future projects in our city," Jones said. The city is partnering with the Port Warwick Foundation to oversee planning and with Global Music Touring, producer of large-scale festivals including Cousinz Festival, to manage production. Organizers say the festival aims to bring together leaders in commerce, culture, and technology while showcasing internationally recognized musical artists, notable thought leaders from the worlds of business and technology, and community leaders from across the 757. Additional details and a citizen…...

2+ hour, 33+ min ago (470+ words) Over $1 million in losses have been reported as dozens of pieces of equipment that provide internet and telephone services to people in Virginia Beach were damaged or destroyed, according to court records. Police records indicate people are trying to steal copper for money, and Verizon says it's a dangerous crime that threatens public safety. Court records outline that since June, Verizon has been receiving calls about boxes called pedestals being broken into throughout Virginia Beach. These pedestals contain wires that run underground for internet and phone service. There have been 72 Verizon pedestals damaged with copper stolen from them throughout the city, with an estimated loss to Verizon of over $1 million, according to the records. Watch more from WTKR investigations: True Crime 757 takes on the case of the parking lot scam "When Verizon comes in and says, "we've lost a million…...