12 results for "virginia"
🚀 InnovationStartup Beats GPS Jamming With New Satellite Navigation
A Virginia company just proved satellites can navigate without GPS, solving a growing problem that's been disrupting spacecraft in conflict zones. The breakthrough could protect thousands of satellites from interference that's becoming more common every day.
🚀 InnovationVirginia farm grows 4M pounds of strawberries per acre
A vertical farm in Virginia can produce 4 million pounds of strawberries on less than one acre of land, using 97% less space and 90% less water than traditional farming. The innovation could help feed half a million people while protecting the planet.
💛 Acts of KindnessLuxury Resort Gives $200K to Virginia Charities
A Virginia resort donated its entire Southern Living Idea House ticket sales to three local charities serving every stage of life. The $200,000 gift will help organizations focused on youth, construction relief, and hospice care through 2026.
🧘 Health & WellnessU.S. Cancer Survival Hits All-Time High in 2025
More Americans are surviving cancer than ever before, according to new data from the American Cancer Society. A Virginia survivor is celebrating the milestone by helping others face their own battles.
🦸 Community HeroesFirefighters Rescue Dog Stranded on Cliff for 24 Hours
A missing dog named Fido spent over 24 hours trapped on a narrow ledge above Virginia's Tye River before firefighters paddled to the rescue. Multiple fire departments worked together to safely bring the scared pup back to dry land.
🦸 Community HeroesVirginia Dog Scout Walks Again After Spinal Surgery, Mirrors Owners' Journeys
A two-year-old lab mix named Scout made an incredible recovery after a devastating accident left him unable to move three of his four legs. In a beautiful twist of fate, his owners Alyssa Fox and Kris Bower could relate to his journey, having both survived similar spinal injuries themselves.
🌍 Planet WinsUVA Researchers Map 10M Trees to Help Save Coastal Forests from Sea Rise
A dedicated team at the University of Virginia has created an innovative AI-powered map identifying over 10 million affected coastal trees from Maine to South Carolina, providing crucial data that could help communities and conservationists protect vulnerable forests and prepare for rising sea levels before it's too late.
🦸 Community HeroesFirefighter Rappels 100 Feet to Save Trucker Dangling Over W.Va. Bridge
A breathtaking rescue unfolded on a West Virginia bridge when firefighter Westley Quinn rappelled 100 feet down to save a semi-truck driver trapped in his cab as it hung precariously over the edge. The heroic first responders were honored for their courage and quick thinking that brought everyone home safely.
💛 Acts of KindnessKing's Daughters Health Foundation Opens $14K in Scholarships for Aspiring Healthcare Heroes
High school seniors in Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia have an exciting opportunity to pursue their healthcare dreams as King's Daughters Health Foundation announces three scholarship programs totaling over $14,000. These awards will help future nurses and healthcare professionals access education while honoring the legacy of community medical pioneers.
🌍 Planet WinsVirginia Democrats Push Clean Energy Plan to Lower Bills for Residents
Virginia's incoming Democratic leadership is championing an ambitious clean energy agenda designed to make electricity more affordable for residents while expanding renewable power and battery storage. The proposals focus on lowering peak energy prices, helping low-income families weatherize homes, and building a more reliable grid for the state's future.
🧘 Health & WellnessUVA Scientists Discover Promising Way to Prevent Alzheimer's After Head Injuries
Groundbreaking research from the University of Virginia reveals that acting quickly after a concussion could prevent Alzheimer's disease from developing later in life. Scientists successfully repaired brain drainage systems within 24 hours of injury in lab studies, opening a hopeful new pathway for protecting millions from degenerative brain disease.
💡 SolutionsTwo West Virginia Teachers Champion Math Excellence, Transforming Lives Across the State
Jessica Thomas and Laiken Lucas are making waves as Math Teacher Leaders, helping over 300 educators strengthen their practice and reach more than 30,000 students. Their collaborative, teacher-driven approach is boosting both student achievement and teacher satisfaction across West Virginia.