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A final farewell: Former President Obama speaks last Saturday at the memorial service of U.S. Sen. John McCain at the National Cathedral in Washington.(Chris Wattie/Reuters)

Chris Wattie

September 7, 2018

A final farewell: Former President Obama speaks last Saturday at the memorial service of U.S. Sen. John McCain at the National Cathedral in Washington.(Chris Wattie/Reuters)

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Virginia Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2026

RVA Fashion Week ends fall showcase, shifts focus to spring events

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