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Smart Medicine

Smart Medicine

Scientists at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have developed a computational tool to speed up the creation of new disease treatments.

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Applauding Agriculture’s Influence

Applauding Agriculture’s Influence

As the state’s largest private industry, agriculture touches the lives of all Virginians daily with an economic impact of $82.3 billion annually, according to the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Storm Warriors

Storm Warriors

On Thursday, Sept. 26, Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, made landfall near Perry, Fla. Its 140 mph winds and resulting storm surges caused power outages, flooding, property destruction and loss of life as it made its way through Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee and into Southwest Virginia.

Fall is ATV Time

Fall is ATV Time

Precaution is the key to fun and safety October 2024 by Nicole Zema, Virginia Farm Bureau Federation All-terrain vehicles are essential for many farm chores, and many landowners enjoy riding them recreationally. “But they also pose serious hazards to operators,” says...

It’s State Fair of Virginia Time

It’s State Fair of Virginia Time

Annual event draws 200,000 fairgoers each year September 2024 by Alice Kemp, Virginia Farm Bureau Federation “Where Home Grown Happens” is a fitting theme for the State Fair of Virginia, which celebrates the best of what’s grown, made and raised in the Old Dominion....

The Power of Love

The Power of Love

America’s best shelter dog makeovers August 2024 story courtesy of Brandpoint Content August is National Dog Month, a time to honor the love and companionship our furry friends bring into our lives. But let’s not overlook the dogs still waiting for their forever...

Keeping Rover Happy

Keeping Rover Happy

How to support your pet’s health during summer July 2024 story courtesy of Family Features As a pet parent, you know your pet’s needs are continually evolving. That’s true during different stages of growth and even as the seasons change. Part of supporting your pet...

Taking a Challenge by the Horns

Taking a Challenge by the Horns

Maryland woman educates as Ms. Agvocate USA July 2024 by Sean Clougherty, Delmarva Farmer Growing up on a farm in a predominantly suburban part of Anne Arundel County, Md., Lindsey Jacobs often got many questions from the public when showing her Hereford beef cattle....