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VPM Daily Newscast: Nov. 23, 2022

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VPM Daily Newscast

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 Nov. 23, 2022:   

COVID-19 and the flu aren’t the only respiratory viruses Virginians should be mindful of this holiday season. RSV has caused a surge in emergency room visits over the past few months. Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly 

New research from Old Dominion University shows Hampton Roads is nearly evenly split on the political spectrum - but both sides say they’re distancing themselves from Democrats and Republicans. Reported by WHRO’s Ryan Murphy

In other news:  

Realtor trio planning to convert rundown old nursing home into apartments near Forest Hill (Richmond Bizsense) 

Saturday's Virginia-Virginia Tech football game canceled (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

After meltdown paralyzed I-95, Virginia agencies prepare for winter driving (Washington Post)

In case you missed it:  

With two SCC seats open, Senate and House work on two-way deal (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

Saison shutting down restaurant and market after 10-year run (Richmond BizSense)

As mental health problems in schools soar, provider pulls out of southwestern districts (Virginia Mercury) 

VPM News is the staff byline for articles and podcasts written and produced by multiple reporters and editors.