Key runs, balanced scoring vault Rams to win in season opener

Ryan Grube, Staff Writer Basketball is often labeled as a game of runs. VCU practiced this philosophy to the fullest in Tuesday night’s win over St. Francis (Pa). After falling behind 4-2 early in the contest, the Rams deployed a 23-5 run that spanned more than 9 minutes.  The stretch run wasn’t necessarily aided by […]

Marcus Santos-Silva leads VCU men’s basketball over St. Francis in season opener

Noah Fleischman, Sports Editor Men’s basketball knocked off St. Francis (Pa.) 72-58 in the season opener at the Siegel Center on Tuesday night. Junior forward Marcus Santos-Silva logged his seventh career double-double, recording 21 points and 18 rebounds. Late in the second half, Santos-Silva showed his strength and followed his shot twice after he missed, […]

Democrat Adams keeps her seat in the House District 68 with 57% of the vote

Libby Dozier, Contributing Writer Incumbent Democrat Dawn Adams will keep her seat in the House of Delegates after defeating Republican Garrison Coward with 57% of the vote. Coward received 43% of the vote. Adams is the first openly lesbian lawmaker to be elected to the Virginia House of Delegates. She was elected initially in 2017 […]

Democrat incumbent VanValkenburg wins in House District 72 against Republican Vandergriff

Taylor Toben, Contributing Writer Democrat incumbent Schuyler VanValkenburg won the state House District 72 seat by 54% against Republican GayDonna Vandergriff. Vandergriff  received 46% of the vote. VanValkenburg won the election in 2017 to replace Republican Del. Jimmie Massie. On his website, he outlined access to affordable healthcare, increased funding for public schools and women’s […]

Fundraising frontrunner wins the 5th District City Council special election

Libby Dozier, Contributing Writer Stephanie Lynch won the 5th District City Council race, winning not only the most votes but some of the highest campaign contributions in the election. Former 5th District City Councilman Parker Agelasto resigned earlier this year after lawsuits were filed concerning his decision to move out of the district. Here is what each […]