Format: 2013-06-19

Richmond and Chesterfield Seek to Revitalize Hull Street

The City of Richmond is partnering with Chesterfield County on a Federal Grant Application for a $400,000 grant to revitalize a large portion of Hull Street. Craig Carper reports.

Virginia Signs New Contract With NASCAR

Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling announced yesterday that Virginia had successfully negotiated a five-year contract for continued races at Martinsville Speedway. Craig Carper reports.

Course In Economics and Finance Required for High School Graduation

There is a new SOL requirement in high school curricula that students must have some basic economics and personal finance before they can graduate. Charles Fishburne reports

Triple A Predicts 10% Increase In Labor Day Travel

Triple A has released its national predictions for holiday travel, and they say it indicates people will spend more money than this time last year, but spend it carefully. Charles Fishburne reports.

AG’s To Craigslist: End Adult Services

Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has joined 16 other Attorneys General in a letter to Craigslist calling on them to remove the controversial Adult Services section from their site. Craig Carper reports.

Breakaway Lutherans Vote on New Denomination Tomorrow

Congregations that voted to leave the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America over the issue of non celibate homosexual clergy are meeting in Columbus, Ohio.

Oldest Carson High School Graduate Honored

Pr. George County Supervisors have recognized the last living graduate of Carson High School.

The Virginia Historical Society Salutes Rockabilly

A exhibit opening Saturday at The Virginia Historical Society provides a fascinating look at the state’s contributions to the rock music of the 1950s.

AG Says Religious Displays on Public Property Okay if Balanced

Virginia Attorney General Cuccinelli says religious displays on government property are legal, provided other faiths and secular beliefs are represented.

Carmax Weathers Recession

Richmond-based Carmax has broken ground on its first new store in more than two years.  It appears to be a bright spot among major area businesses.