The Virginia Court of Appeals lifted the emergency stay order, which kept the remaining three giraffes at the Natural Bridge Zoo. But it’s still unclear when the animals will be transferred out of the park.
Three words were written on the ammunition used to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson: “deny,” “defend” and “depose.” Some attorneys use similar words to describe how insurers deny services and payment.
Downtown Lexington businesses report more consumers are spending, reflecting a national spike in holiday sales and local “shop small” promotions.
The City of Lexington says it has increased the number of parking tickets it issues after business owners complained that customers can’t find parking spaces. Some shop owners blame downtown workers, who leave their cars in the two-hour spaces all day.
A $4.4 million grant will expand high-speed internet services to rural parts of Rockbridge County.
Only 32 buildings out of 150 in Lexington’s commercial business district are equipped with emergency sprinklers. City officials said adding sprinklers will allow unused second and third floors to be rented out.
The International Criminal Court accused Netanyahu of crimes against humanity connected with the war in Gaza. The ICC also issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu’s former defense minister and Hamas’ military chief.
In past years, Lexington City Schools has accepted almost all students who do not live in the city. But, this year, they had to decline applications, even students whose siblings already go to the school.
The Rockbridge Area Relief Association partners with the St. Patrick Catholic Church, Grace Episcopal Church and Lexington Presbyterian Church to provide holiday meals those in need.
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