AT PLAY: TO SURFER, THEY’RE SPONGERS AND KOOKS – Daily Press

Since her son was one of three Tabb High School students killed in a car crash, Tammy Guido has launched numerous efforts to remember her son and enact changes that would promote safe teen driving.

Districts rush to figure out how — or if — to follow school reopening guidelines

Officials have spent several weeks clarifying the guidelines, during which time parents have organized to pressure for a normal reopening.

Telemedicine use skyrockets during coronavirus pandemic, Hampton Roads hospitals say

Through video screens and microphones, some Sentara doctors and nurses helped care for critical coronavirus patients miles away. During the pandemic, telemedicine is having its long-awaited moment, health industry experts say.

These 10 new Virginia gun laws go into effect next week

Among the new rules: universal background checks, a monthly limit on handgun purchases and temporarily taking guns away from those a court deems a danger.

Apartment gyms, pools and common areas are closed. But renters are still expected to pay for them.

Some have questioned why they can’t get a concession on rent as amenities have remained closed for three months. Apartment owners haven’t wanted to risk the liability.

Beware of the bugs: 24 dangerous insects around the world

Warm summer weather means more insects — along with more people trying to enjoy the outdoors while avoiding pesky pests. However, some are more than a mere nuisance.

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With phase 3 in effect, social gatherings of up to 250 people will be allowed, and caps on non-essential retail businesses and restaurants will be lifted too.

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