Monique Calello

1 week ago | newsleader.com | Monique Calello

A multistate Listeria outbreak linked to FreshRealm chicken fettuccine alfredo has caused illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths. The recalled products were sold at Kroger and Walmart under the Marketside and Home Chef brands. Consumers are urged to discard or return recalled products and sanitize affected areas. Listeria poses a severe risk to pregnant women, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

1 week ago | newsleader.com | Monique Calello

The Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum (WWPL) will host its first annual "Civics in the Shade" event on June 24. The free event aims to engage young people in civics and democracy through activities like button-making and open discussions. The event is designed to be approachable and fun, encouraging young people to feel their voices matter.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Monique Calello

This summer, the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum is joining more than 700 museums and historic sites across the country for Civic Season, a growing national tradition designed to engage young people in shaping the future of American democracy. To mark the occasion locally, WWPL will host its first annual “Civics in the Shade” on June 24 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the museum’s garden. The free event invites the community to enjoy pizza, conversation, and civic fun in a relaxed setting.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Monique Calello

Earlier today, the National Weather Service issued a flood watch for a widespread area, which includes Augusta County and the Shenandoah Valley. From 2 p.m. this afternoon through this evening, excessive runoff from heavy rain may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

1 week ago | newsleader.com | Monique Calello

Virginia health officials are investigating a potential measles exposure at Dulles International Airport and on the Washington Metro Silver and Red lines on June 8. The exposure involves an international traveler visiting the Washington, D.C. area, and health officials are working to identify and contact potentially exposed individuals.