Today many Virginians taking part in the 'Day Without Childcare' movement that aims at putting a spotlight on the thousands of families struggling with the childcare crisis. With experts now estimating that the essential service for many costing an average of $18,000 a year. Policy and advocacy coordinator for the Virginia Early Childhood Foundation, Alex Guzmàn tells WTVR that there is a growing need to enourage and suport those roles in childcare.Preview: The effort is part of a national call to action highlighting the essential role of early educators in our economy.
Saint Francis Service Dogs is hosting its fifth annual Spring Fundraiser. Thomas Cage with more.Preview: Waterfront Park in the city of Alexandria is set to experience partial closures over the next few years as the city installs a new system. Several large pipes will be installed underneath a few downtown streets in order to channel water from flood prone areas to a new pump station. The partial closures will happen over the next two years.