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1+ hour, 30+ min ago (126+ words) The Kettle Run Cougars (13-1) will take on the Lake Taylor Titans (12-2) on Saturday evening in the Virginia high school football playoffs Class 3 state championship final. Kettle Run and Lake Taylor have not met this season. Opening kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Eastern on Saturday, December 13, with a live TV broadcast on NFHS Network. " WATCH: Kettle Run vs. Lake Taylor football is livestreaming on NFHS Network What: The Kettle Run Cougars face the Lake Taylor Titans in the Virginia high school football Class 3 state championship game. When: Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Eastern on Saturday, December 13. Where: Liberty University | Lynchburg, Virginia Watch live: Watch Lake Taylor vs. Kettle Run live on the NFHS Network...

8+ hour, 18+ min ago (302+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " As temperatures drop and holiday gatherings begin, Virginia Beach Fire Department officials are urging residents to practice candle safety to prevent house fires during the festive season. Holiday candles create perfect ambiance for families throughout Virginia Beach neighborhoods, but local fire officials say residents need to understand the hidden dangers. Battalion Chief Michael Smith with the Virginia Beach Fire Department responds to preventable emergencies that could devastate any home in the community. "Our biggest thing to worry about just don't leave them unattended. We found out 30% of the fires that are caused by candles across the US are caused by some falling asleep and being unattended in a bedroom," Smith said. When flames spread through local homes, Smith emphasizes that families in the community have only moments to escape safely. The battalion chief stresses evacuation priorities that…...

21+ hour, 2+ min ago (129+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " A new dealership center for the Porsche luxury car brand has been opened in Virginia Beach by local group Checkered Flag. Dubbed the Destination Porsche Center, the new location boasts an expansive nine-car showroom, 15 service bays, a certified pre-owned showroom, and two private "Owner's Collection" delivery rooms. The center aims to redefine car dealerships as a destination for brand enthusiasts. "Porsche Virginia Beach is more than a new building"it's a statement of our dedication to the Porsche brand and our customers," said Steve Snyder, president of Checkered Flag Auto Group. "Every detail was designed to deliver a world-class experience worthy of Porsche." The 35,000 facility, located at 2865 Virginia Beach Blvd., held a grand opening event on Dec. 4....

21+ hour, 13+ min ago (139+ words) VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. " Porsche Virginia Beach has opened a new 35,000-square-foot dealership on Dec. 4, replacing its previous dual-brand location with a dedicated Porsche center. The facility includes a nine-car showroom, 15 service bays, a certified pre-owned showroom, and private delivery rooms for customers." Steve Snyder, president of Checkered Flag Auto Group, which owns the dealership, said the center was designed to improve service and customer experience. "Porsche Virginia Beach is more than a new building; it's a statement of our dedication to the Porsche brand and our customers," Snyder said. "Every detail was designed to deliver a world-class experience worthy of Porsche." The new facility is located at 2865 Virginia Beach Blvd." Checkered Flag operates multiple automotive brands across Hampton Roads, including Porsche, BMW, Audi, and Land Rover....

23+ hour, 16+ min ago (651+ words) HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 on Wednesday. This year's group of athletes, coaches, administrators, and contributors whose influence spans ... HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 on Wednesday. This year's group of athletes, coaches, administrators, and contributors whose influence spans generations, levels of competitions across the state. This includes one man from Richmond, who has also been named the 2026 Distinguished Virginian. The Class of 2026 inductees are as follows: - Bobby Ukrop (Richmond): Robert S. "Bobby" Ukrop has been named the "2026 Distinguished Virginian" presented to an individual with a sports background who is a distinguished citizen of the Commonwealth based on outstanding life accomplishment". A former basketball player at the University of Richmond, Ukrop has been a transformative community leader, leading initiatives throughout Central Virginia including the founding of…...

1+ day, 38+ min ago (575+ words) Virginia sees home sales decline across major markets Rising inventory, longer market times give buyers more time to choose Josh Janney //December 12, 2025// Housing inventories climbed across Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia in November, but fewer deals closed as home sales declined across the two regions. The Northern Virginia Association of Realtors reports that 1,091 units were sold in November, a 6.6% decrease from November 2024. Total sales volume was $969,577,300, a 1.6% decrease from last year, which the association says reflects a shift toward mid-priced transactions as buyers adjusted to interest rates. Pending sales increased 0.7% year-over-year to 1,091. "Northern Virginia is experiencing a meaningful rebalancing," NVAR CEO Ryan McLaughlin said in a statement. "The market remains competitive, but rising inventory and longer market times are giving consumers more room to consider their choices. That change supports healthier, more sustainable transactions than the highly accelerated pace we…...

1+ day, 7+ hour ago (417+ words) VSP weekly update: 85.8 lbs of narcotics seized, 13 firearms recovered, $12,205 seized in currency. Human trafficking tips climb to 1,394. RICHMOND, Va (WVVA) - From December 3rd through December 9th, 2025, the Virginia State Police and partner agencies conducted a series of crime suppression operations that yielded significant results across the Commonwealth. The week's enforcement activity included the recovery of firearms, large narcotics seizures, the seizure of U.S. currency and ongoing investigations into human trafficking and gaming violations. - Firearms recovered: 13 firearms and 20 controlled substance pills; estimated value $6,500. - Gaming enforcement: 7 gaming'related tips received this week, 1,978 total tips to date. - Human trafficking: 22 new tips received this week, 1,394 total tips to date; 210 cases investigated or currently under investigation; 3,672 individual investigative activities logged; 77 victims identified and offered services. The Virginia State Police emphasized that these actions reflect ongoing coordinated efforts with local state and federal partners to disrupt criminal enterprises and protect…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago (114+ words) A new trial date has been set for two of the three former Virginia Beach sheriff's deputies charged in the death of Rolin Hill, who died after an alleged medical emergency at the city jail in 2024. A new trial date has been set for two of the three former Virginia Beach sheriff's deputies charged in the death of Rolin Hill, who died after an alleged medical emergency at the city jail in 2024. A new trial date has been set for two of the three former Virginia Beach sheriff's deputies charged in the death of Rolin Hill, who died after an alleged medical emergency at the city jail in 2024....

1+ day, 15+ hour 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…...

1+ day, 18+ hour 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....