Vice presidential candidates Tim Kaine and Mike Pence, often overshadowed by their running mates, can get the nation’s undivided attention on Oct. 4 at their one and only debate. The night also will provide a moment in the spotlight for their host, Longwood University, a little-known public school often eclipsed by larger in-state rivals. The … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A former Old Dominion University wrestler has filed a lawsuit against the school, saying that despite being knocked out three times over a six-week period and exhibiting symptoms of concussions, coaches failed to refer him for medical treatment. News outlets report Jordan Marshall says in the lawsuit that he suffered three … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Police at Old Dominion University are investigating after fliers that appear to promote Nazism were found on campus. Media outlets report that the school’s newspaper, Mace & Crown, says the fliers were discovered over the weekend on monorail poles between the engineering and education buildings. That newspaper reported that one of … Continue reading
Norfolk Va, (AP) — Nearly 200 people have been displaced after a fire at an apartment complex near Old Dominion University in Norfolk. Local media outlet report the fire happened Monday, Mar 28, at The District Apartments. A total of 198 were displaced. No injuries were reported. Fire rescue spokesman Bill Tull says responding firefighters … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is set for an appearance at Old Dominion University. The State Department says Kerry will speak on climate change and national security Tuesday at the Ted Constant Convocation Center. He also will meet with a group of ODU students aspiring to be the next generation … Continue reading
1 killed, 2 wounded in shooting in Norfolk NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — One man was fatally shot and two Old Dominion University students were wounded at an off-campus party, Norfolk police said Saturday. Police said in a news release that the shooting was reported shortly before midnight Friday. The statement said Keith Lendore, 26, of … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. – Ray Lawry rushed for 215 yards and two touchdowns to help Old Dominion hold off Norfolk State by a 24-10 score in a matchup of Norfolk’s two collegiate football programs on Saturday night at S.B. Ballard Stadium. The game – the third all-time between the teams – was delayed twice due to … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — A fraternity has suspended activities at a university chapter in Virginia after an uproar over sexually suggestive banners hung from a private home where several of that fraternity’s members live. Sigma Nu’s national organization said it suspended the fraternity’s activities at Old Dominion University in Norfolk pending completion of its investigation. … Continue reading
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — For years, education groups have warned that lagging pay for teachers in Virginia and other states could lead to fewer people entering the field. Now they have evidence to back up their fears. Between 2010 and 2014, the number of ACT-tested high school graduates who said they were interested in education … Continue reading
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