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Local fire departments and other emergency medical services providers are facing another unfunded mandate in the wake of turmoil at the state office.

Virginia cuts essential patient care software provided to local EMS

Randi B. Hagi

In the latest blow to Virginia's emergency medical services, the state has announced they will no longer provide an essential software system to local agencies. The news comes alongside more details about the state's investigation into mismanagement and corruption at the Office of EMS. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.

Plaintiffs and their legal team outside the US western district of Virginia courthouse Friday afternoon following oral arguments. Pictured left to right in front: Reverend Cozy Bailey, President of the Virginia chapter of the NAACP, and Shenandoah County students Briana Brown and A.D. Carter, V. Pictured left to right in middle row: Ryan Downer and attorneys Li Reed and Marja Plater. (The rest of the legal team is behind)

Shenandoah County's school board argues to drop NAACP lawsuit

Bridget Manley

The Shenandoah County School Board argued in court Friday for dismissing a lawsuit by the NAACP, after the board reinstated two Confederate school names. WMRA’s Bridget Manley reports.

Governor Youngkin delivers remarks on the impacts of tropical storm Helene in Virginia

Matt Bingay

Governor Youngkin delivers remarks on the impacts of tropical storm Helene.

The Loaves & Fishes pantry serves Charlottesvile and surrounding areas.

Loaves & Fishes helps feed the hungry in Charlottesville... and beyond

Ayse Pirge

As we’ve been reporting this summer, local demand for food pantry services is way up. WMRA’s Ayse Pirge continues our occasional series on food aid with a visit to a pantry in Charlottesville that’s been serving the community for 20 years.

A police officer trains for an active shooter scenario in Harrisonburg in 2022. The city's two high schools were among those threatened via social media posts in recent weeks.

Law enforcement cracks down on students threatening schools

Randi B. Hagi

Local school districts have dealt with a rash of threats and safety concerns since the start of the academic year. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.

Political scientist weighs in on Virginia races, and election security

Bob Leweke

Early voting in Virginia begins this Friday Sept. 20. To get some insight into choices in our area, WMRA’s Bob Leweke spoke with Valerie Sulfaro, political science professor at James Madison University. They started by talking about the Fifth Congressional District, and whether Democrat Gloria Witt can fulfill her promise to take advantage of Republican divisions there.

Reggie Jackson, of Staunton, lines up a shot at Gold Crown Billiards in Harrisonburg before a recent tournament. Jackson competed in the U.S. Open Pool Championship in August.

Staunton pool player competes in U.S. Open Championship

Randi B. Hagi

A local pool player recently competed in the U.S. Open Pool Championship in Atlantic City. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.

Harrisonburg high schools to re-open Tuesday, September 17

Bob Leweke

Harrisonburg high schools will re-open Tuesday, September 17. Both Harrisonburg High School and Rocktown High School were closed Monday, Sept. 16 while the Harrisonburg Police Department investigated a threat posted on social media.

Many corn crops in the valley suffered through the drought without consistent irrigation.

Second consecutive summer drought strains the valley

Randi B. Hagi

The Shenandoah Valley has been under a drought warning advisory for the second summer in a row, impacting municipal water supplies and agriculture. WMRA's Randi B. Hagi reports.

Fighting the Atlantic Coast Pipeline with Jonathan Mingle

Chris Boros

Jonathan Mingle’s new book “Gaslight” tackles Virginia communities fighting Dominion Energy over the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. Jonathan is our speaker for Books & Brews on September 10, 2024.