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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Friday, June 24, 2022
VDH commissioner Greene reprimanded by state health board
Reported by VPM News’ Patrick Larsen
Virginia’s Board of Health voted to formally reprimand the state health commissioner during a meeting in Richmond. Dr. Colin Greene has been criticized for downplaying the role of racism in public health in an interview with the Washington Post.
Del. John McGuire hosts 2020 election conspiracy film at Goochland public school
Reported by VPM News’ Ben Paviour
Goochland High School was set to host a free screening Thursday of a film premised on debunked claims surrounding the 2020 presidential elections. Jeremy Raley, Goochland County Public Schools superintendent, distanced his district from the event. The school district is “in no way, shape or form sponsoring this event.
Trails and tadpole tales in Shenandoah County's Seven Bends State Park
Reported by WMRA’s Randi B. Hagi
One of Virginia's newest state parks is named for the seven bends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River that flows along its western border. Governor Glenn Youngkin held an official dedication ceremony at the park last Tuesday.
In Other News:
Charlottesville's Interim City Manager to choose police chief search firm by June 30 – Cville Tomorrow
As feds eye more wind leases off Virginia, fishing industries fear losses – Virginia Mercury
Richmond's first 3D-printed home sold – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Attorney Bary Hausrath helps trans folks change their names, gender assignments – VPM News
In Case You Missed It:
Power restored to three Richmond high schools closed Thursday after storm - Richmond Times-Dispatch
Toppled Jefferson Davis statue on display at The Valentine – VPM News
Charlottesville accepts Aug. 12 memorial art exhibit – The Daily Progress
Virginia AG threatens crackdown on ‘copycat’ THC edibles – Virginia Mercury
