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This Day in Henrico History
1+ week, 20+ min ago (243+ words) On Sept. 19, 2019, Henrico County officials announced an agreement to purchase the historic 1,184-acre Wilton Farm property along the James River in Varina for $10 million. The enormous tract off Osborne Turnpike included about 2.8 miles of James River frontage, two lakes, extensive…...
Group honoring Carson founder to tour local historic sites
2+ day, 20+ min ago (376+ words) A group of bus tour attendees visit the Peter Rice House in Marlborough, Mass., in 2024. Peter Rice was grandson to Edmund Rice, who helped to found Marlborough after he had established his original house in Sudbury, Mass. in 1638. Courtesy Saturday,…...
Plenty Of Mothman Sightings Expected In Point Pleasant This Weekend - West Virginia Public Broadcasting
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (143+ words) Authentic replicas of the famous Mothman statue sculpted by the late Bob Roach are available at his daughter's store, The Mothman Statue Legacy, which opens Saturday. Cryptid fans are once again heading to Point Pleasant, West Virginia this weekend for…...
Fall Fest Brings Music Crafts and a Meaningful Family Missio
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (653+ words) n to Montpelier Vermont Are you planning a trip to Vermont's capital this autumn? Here is exactly how to navigate the logistics for the Fall Fest for Safe and Happy Childhoods on September 26, 2026. The festival serves as a strategic outreach…...
Scouting America readies for a new year
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (17+ words) Newton Daily News Scouting America readies for a new year...
WVU marching band to perform free show in Princeton
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (158+ words) The Register-Herald PRINCETON â The city of Princeton is encouraging the public to come out Saturday to Hunnicutt Stadium for a free performance from the Pride of West Virginia Marching Band. The gates to Hunnicutt Stadium open Saturday at 11 a....
News roundup for Sept. 19 | Medina Gazette Upcoming programs include a local art exhibition, the return of a fall hiking challenge and a fundraiser supporting survivors in Summit and Medina counties.
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (184+ words) News roundup for Sept. 19 Medina Gazette Women in Art exhibit features paper bag creations The 2026 Women in Art exhibition and sale, "Brown Baggin' It," will remain on display through Sept 27 at the B Smith Gallery on the third floor of…...
Inaugural Virginia City Arts Show showcases Montana artists
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (115+ words) NBC Montana MISSOULA, Mont. — The inaugural Virginia City Arts Show is underway this weekend, bringing 12 Montana artists to historic Virginia City for three days of art and community events. The show runs through Sunday and gives visitors a chance to…...
Virginia City arts show gets a reimagining after 50 years of outdoor exhibitions
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (485+ words) VIRGINIA CITY — Twelve artists from across Montana are setting up at the Virginia City Community Center for a reimagined version of an art show that has been running for 50 years. Watch here Virigina City Arts Show reimagined: The Virginia City…...
Landslide Triggers Emergency in West Virginia County
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (247+ words) West Virginia declared a state of emergency over Mason County after a landslide along the Ohio River advanced to within two feet of a railroad track. “Flooding occurred in parts of Mason County, West Virginia, leading to severe erosion and…...