A Chesterfield County man will spend over a decade behind bars for subjecting a relative to forced labor.Preview: Virginia International Raceway, a popular motorsports racetrack in Halifax County, will soon have access to a reliable water source from the city of Danville. The track, which has been relying on wells for water, will benefit from a waterline extension starting in the Ringgold area. The Gazette-Virginian reports this development will ensure a sustainable water supply for the venue as it plans for the future.
Dozens of first responders are credited with freeing a dog trapped in a well in Goochland County. The dog was found yesterday morning about 30 feet down the well in shallow water and whimpering. A tripod and haul system was set up to get the dog out, and Henrico County Fire's Technical Rescue Team was called in. The dog was rescued, and a veterinarian found he wasn't seriously hurt. All told, 37 firefighters from Goochland and Henrico counties were operating at the scene. The well was covered and will be secured.
Mattel is working to make its games like Uno colorblind accessible. The toy company aims to make 80-percent of its games accessible by the end of this year, and 90-percent in 2025. Mattel called the move part of an inclusivity effort in a press release. The four main colors used in games will be distinguished by simple symbols added game pieces.