VPM Daily Newscast May 24, 2024
The VPM Daily Newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Episodes are recorded the night before.
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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of May 24, 2024:
Scholarships extend to descendants of those denied a public education
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
The scholarship program aims to address students impacted by a handful of Virginia school divisions that closed instead of integrating afterthe Brown v. Board of Education decision.
Swords Into Plowshares asks how Robert E. Lee statue should be repurposed
Reported by VPM News Editor Meghin Moore
The group gathered in Charlottesville to mark the 100th installation anniversary.
In other news:
- Friction with Monticello's new leadership prompts another early exit (The Daily Progress)*
- When will broadband arrive in Fauquier County? It’s anyone’s guess. (Fauquier Times)*
- Dominion installs first post for offshore wind project (Virginia Business)*
In case you missed it:
- In the Shenandoah Valley, innovative arts are thriving (C-Ville Weekly)
- Groups gather public input on future of Mayo Bridge (Richmond BizSense)*
- Public vents frustration with state regulators crafting AdvanSix permit (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
