Independence, VA

Independence rises to No. 2 following convincing win at previously unbeaten Frankfort. The post Week 11 Power Rankings: Bluefield new No. 1 in Class AA appeared first on WV MetroNews.

SHORT GAP, W.Va. — MetroNews broadcast highlights from Independence’s 49-14 win at Frankfort. The post MetroNews broadcast highlights: Independence ends Frankfort’s 36-game winning streak, 49-14 appeared first on WV MetroNews.

The Patriots bring a 5-2 record to Short Gap to face the 8-0 Falcons. The post Independence looks to deny Frankfort a 37th consecutive win (Class AA Week 10 preview) appeared first on WV MetroNews.

The Falcons seek a 37th consecutive victory in a matchup against another Class AA contender. The post Independence at Frankfort: Three keys to watch for appeared first on WV MetroNews.

An enslaved man from New Kent County risked his life as a spy during the Revolutionary War — and helped secure American independence before earning his own freedom.

A referendum to set the Canadian province of Alberta on a path to independence failed Tuesday with 1.5 million votes cast.

Voters in Alberta will decide Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity amid U.S. President Trump's trade war.

Common Pleas NEW CASES County Treasurer, Lisbon, vs. Sharon S. Imler, Virginia Avenue, Minerva; delinquent property tax foreclosure sought for Virginia Avenue, Minerva property. Ford Motor Credit Company LLC, Colorado Springs, Colo., vs. Brandon J. Hurst, West Washington Street, Lisbon, et al.; collection sought of alleged $6,701 debt. Capital One, N.A., Independence, vs. Ronald Duncan, […]

“The people are arming and training in every place. They are all liberty mad.” -Journal of Nicholas Cresswell, Feb. 18, 1775 In a city that celebrates its ties to the American Revolution, it is easy to forget that not all Alexandria residents supported independence. Our best source of loyalist sentiment in the city is the […] The post Out of the Attic: Journal provides glimpse of loyalist’s time in Alexandria appeared first on Alexandria Times.

By Dora Conteh Mansaray Osteoporosis is a common condition among older adults that causes bones to become weak, fragile and more susceptible to fractures. As people age, maintaining bone health becomes increasingly important for preserving mobility, independence and overall quality of life. Because osteoporosis often develops without noticeable symptoms, many individuals are unaware they have […] The post Protect bone health in older adults appeared first on Alexandria Times.