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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Electric bills are rising across the country, including here in Virginia
Reported by VPM News' Patrick Larsen
Dominion Energy told state regulators that it’s looking to increase monthly bills by 12 to 20 percent to meet the rising cost of fuel. If the costs are spread over three years, the Virginia Mercury reports that a standard residential bill could increase 15 dollars monthly, depending on how much power you use.
Scouts and others learn the millennia-old skills of orienteering
Reported by VPM News' Ian Stewart
Orienteering is a sport of navigation that uses elevation and points of interest, like trees or streams, to find your bearings. Officials from Orienteering USA say it teaches important skills, like how to find your way around the world.
In Other News:
Amid global energy price spikes, Dominion customers’ bills could rise – Virginia Mercury
Youngkin pick for DMV withdraws after report of inappropriate behavior in Indiana – The Richmond Times-Dispatch
Police investigating after bullet pierces window of Virginia Attorney General’s Office in Richmond - 8News
In Case You Missed It:
23 Va. school districts have taken books off shelves in past two years – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Paranormal adventures in Goochland – VPM News
Petersburg calls for citywide clean up volunteers – The Progress-Index
