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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Oct. 26 , 2022:
Richmond eateries join forces to support holiday food distribution efforts
Reported by VPM News’ Ian M. Stewart
Forty Richmond Restaurants are coming together for Richmond Restaurant Week. The event seeks to raise funds for Feed More before the holiday season.
The Nation’s Report Card shows dip in students’ test scores
Reported by VPM News’ Ben Paviour
Reading and math test scores in Virginia public schools declined since 2019, according to a major federal study.
In other news:
Officials got rid of an abandoned road culvert. Now migrating fish can swim freely. (Virginia Mercury)
Cheney criticizes Youngkin, others campaigning for election deniers (The Washington Post)
Studio Two Three buying Dogtown Dance Theatre, listing price $1.8 million (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
In case you missed it:
DNA testing of remains found under Norfolk basilica could shed light on church's history (VPM News)
There’s something in the water in Virginia. Before you say ‘Yuck,’ wait. (The New York Times)
Tulsi Gabbard campaigns with Republican Yesli Vega in Virginia (The Washington Times)