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4+ min ago (381+ words) THE TWO VIRGINIAS (WVVA) - Loneliness can be a year'round public'health issue, but the holidays tend to make it feel louder. A Mission for Michael surveyed more than 3,000 adults who live alone to learn how many expect to spend Christmas 2025 in solitude, and why. When those results are extrapolated, the study estimates about 14 million Americans will be alone on Christmas this year. In Virginia an estimated 343,164 people who live alone expect to spend Christmas by themselves. In West Virginia, the number is 68,488. When adjusted for people who live alone, West Virginia ranks 19th among states for the share of residents likely to be alone on Christmas. December is saturated with images of togetherness " family dinners, full houses and crowded gatherings. For people who will be alone, that contrast can deepen feelings of sadness, isolation or failure. The study asked adults who live…...

3+ hour, 3+ 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....

4+ hour, 13+ 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…...

4+ hour, 23+ 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…...

5+ hour, 39+ min ago (31+ words) Da'Brya Clark scored a career-high 32 points, while AJ Richardson added 18 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Next up are trips to Campbell and No. 21 Ohio State....

7+ hour, 26+ min ago (457+ words) A Norfolk MP - who has no military bases in his constituency - has said he supports the use of such site for housing asylum seekers. Ben Goldsborough, who represents South Norfolk for the Labour party, endorsed the controversial policy as it would reduce the cost of using hotels for migrants. The issue has generated strong debate in Norfolk because the Ministry of Defence has put forward two army camps in the county for possible use. Neither are in Mr Goldsborough's constituency, which does not appear to have any suitable sites. South Norfolk MP Ben Goldsborough (Image: Ben Goldsborough) Mr Goldsborough said: "The most efficient thing we can do is use things we already own as a government. "This way we can ensure not only are we dealing with a backlog [of asylum cases] quickly and effectively. We've got better welfare standards…...

9+ hour, 30+ min ago (531+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " he Virginia Beach SPCA is seeing high enthusiasm for holiday pet adoptions, but staff warn families to carefully consider their readiness before bringing home a furry friend. Jennifer Fly, Director of Shelter Operations at the Virginia Beach SPCA, says while the intent behind gift adoptions is good, they can be more complicated than people realize. "The intent is good there they're wanting to give something that you know that the person receiving is going to love, but giving a gift as a pet can be kind of complicated. We don't recommend it without the other person being aware," Fly said. Once the holidays end and routines return to normal, the shelter sees a noticeable increase in owner surrender requests from local families who become overwhelmed. "We will see returns. We will see an increase in our request…...

15+ hour, 44+ min ago (129+ words) Love it or loathe it, Christmas is just around the corner. Parents are busy preparing and children are counting down the days until Santa comes. But how long do they have until they break up from school? According to the Norfolk County Council website, the last day of term will be Friday, December 19. They can enjoy more than two weeks of freedom before going back on Tuesday, January 6. Their next break will be the February half-term, which will run from Monday, February 16 to Friday, February 20. The Easter holidays will be from Monday, March 30 until Monday, April 13 and the May half-term will fall between Monday, May 25 and Friday, May 29. The last day before the summer holidays is Friday, July 17....

17+ hour, 39+ min ago (607+ words) Norfolk Mayor Shane Clausen holds the 2025 Rising Star Award that was presented to the city during a ceremony on Wednesday. The NEBRASKAland Foundation recognized the North Fork riverfront development with a 2025 Rising Star Award on Wednesday, lauding it for boosting tourism and reinvigorating the downtown district. John Zimmer, president of the NEBRASKAland Foundation, presented the Rising Star Award during a ceremony at the Norfolk City Council chambers. Established in 1999, the award honors exceptional public or private tourism attractions " or significant expansions of existing attractions " that invigorate Nebraska's economy and embody the spirit of the Good Life. According to the foundation, the North Fork River project exemplifies this vision, creating memorable experiences for visitors while strengthening the quality of life for local residents. Attending the ceremony were not only city staff, but also individuals who played a major role in bringing…...

17+ hour, 58+ min ago (660+ words) The Omaha man seeking to unseat U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in 2026 spoke about a variety of subjects during a recent interview in Norfolk. Dan Osborn, an Independent candidate in the Nebraska race, is calling for Tyson Foods to be held accountable for closing its beef packing plant in Lexington. Osborn said the use of a federal law could be used to force Tyson to sell the plant. Osborn also was asked about issues relating to immigration "both legal and illegal immigration. Osborn said he wants to see comprehensive immigration reform addressed in Congress. The Biden administration, he said, failed on border issues and created a chaotic opportunity for corporations to exploit. "The people who benefit from an open border are the corporations that exploit labor, enrich themselves and pay people next to nothing to do their work for them," Osborn said....