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Old Dominion University, EVMS merge to create Virginia’s largest academic health science center
It’s an integration that’s been years in the making. Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) and Old Dominion University (ODU) are nearing the end of the process to bring their medical programs under one umbrella. On Friday, leadership teams from both Norfolk-based institutions unveiled a new logo and a new name—Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University, including the Ellmer College of Health Sciences, the Ellmer School of Nursing, the EVMS Medical Group, the EVMS School of Health Professions, the EVMS School of Medicine and the Joint School of Public Health.
After city jail fire, Portsmouth plans to keep inmates at Hampton Roads Regional Jail
A fire at the Portsmouth City Jail last week forced more than 150 inmates and staff to move to the Hampton Roads Regional Jail, where city officials hope they will remain during the coming months as the city works to finalize the purchase of the facility. Portsmouth City Attorney Lavonda Graham-Williams told The Virginian-Pilot the city is working to negotiate a temporary lease agreement to occupy the HRRJ earlier than planned given the circumstances. She was unable to provide details this week about cost and timeline.
Judge dismisses Goldman lawsuit, clearing way for Richmond’s Diamond District stadium
A judge on Friday tossed out a lawsuit that had the potential to wreck the city of Richmond’s plan to build a new minor league baseball stadium. The decision could pave the way for the city to issue bonds later this month and break ground next month. If the plaintiff, Richmond lawyer Paul Goldman, appeals, doing so could delay the project several weeks, costing the city millions of dollars.
VPAP Visual U.S. Senate Fundraising: Pre-Primary
U.S. Senate candidates have filed their last reports before the June primary, covering activity through May 29. Toggle to see the amount raised or cash on hand.
VPAP Visual U.S. House Fundraising: Pre-Primary
Candidates running in the June 18 primaries for the U.S. House of Representatives have filed pre-primary campaign finance disclosures. See how much they have raised since March, as well as their remaining cash on hand.