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Virginia 11-year-old has published more than 50 books and wants kids to love reading
RICHMOND, Va. — J’Ana Price published her first book at age 5. Now 11, she has more than 50 titles to her name and a platform aimed at getting kids excited about reading and writing.
Price appeared at the Chickahominy River Women Chapter SocieTea Talent Showcase in Richmond, Virginia, where I had the chance to talk to her about about her work as an author.
She told me her father, who is also an author, inspired her to start writing. Her first book, “Finding Myself,” remains meaningful to her.
“It’s like a memento,” Price said. “It shows where I started.”
Her catalog spans inspirational and educational themes, all focused on encouraging young readers.
“I think it’s important because without reading, you basically got nothing,” Price said. “Reading is really good for your mind and comprehension.”
Price also spoke about the role imagination plays in reading.
“Your imagination is the most important thing that you have… and when you read a book, your imagination is activated,” Price said.
Through her platform, J’Ana’s Planet, she offers resources and guidance for young aspiring authors.
Her advice for kids who struggle with reading: “Practice makes perfect. The more you read, your vocabulary gets better… and soon you’ll be reading like it’s second nature.”
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West Virginia has added another key piece on the offensive front with a commitment from Atlanta (Ga.) Tucker 2027 offensive lineman Jajuan Graham.
Graham, 6-foot-4, 300-pounds, picked the Mountaineers over offers from North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Pittsburgh, Wake Forest, Memphis, USF and a number of others.
West Virginia initially offered in late April and the connection between the two only continued to blossom with offensive line coach Rick Trickett serving as the lead recruiter.
Graham made the trek to Morgantown over the weekend for an official visit and that proved to be enough to seal the deal on his recruitment with a commitment.
The versatile offensive lineman can fill several different roles for the Mountaineers up front.
Graham becomes the 20th commitment for West Virginia in the 2027 class and the second along the offensive line in this current recruiting cycle.
WVSports.com will have more with Graham in the near future.
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A large tent collapsed during a Virginia church’s 20th anniversary celebration on Friday evening, killing one person and injuring nearly two dozen others, officials said.
Heavy rain, lightning and strong winds tore through Moneta, a small community about 124 miles (200 kilometers) southwest of Richmond, as the EastLake Community Church was holding an outdoor service, Shelley Basinger, a spokesperson for Bedford County, said in a statement.
The group was in the process of leaving the event tent when it collapsed, according to Abbey Johnston, acting chief of Bedford County Fire and Rescue.
Eleven people were taken to the hospital and 11 others had minor injuries and were treated at the scene, Basinger said.
“Initially, I’m told it was a very chaotic scene, trying to account for the individuals,” Johnston told reporters.
Officials rushed to rescue everyone inside the tent behind the church and move them to safety as the strong thunderstorm raged on, she said.
Troy Keaton, the non-denominational church’s senior pastor, said he had just walked up to the stage to tell the group to go to their cars when a gust of wind picked up the tent.
“Sadly one of our dear brothers suffered a fatal injury,” he said in a statement on social media. “Our hearts are broken for his precious family.”
The tent had seating for 1,500 people, according to officials, but it was not immediately clear how many were inside when it collapsed.
No details were provided about the conditions of the people in the hospital.
Officials are gathering evidence as they investigate the collapse, Johnston said.
The tent had passed an inspection by the county’s building inspections division three days earlier, according to Basinger.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger said her team has been in close contact with the response crew on the ground.
“I am praying for the EastLake Community Church and all who are impacted, and we will continue to support the community during this difficult time,” she said in a statement on social media.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
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The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 13, 2026, results for each game:
Powerball
Powerball drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11 p.m.
03-13-44-50-53, Powerball: 02, Power Play: 4
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Pick 3
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 0-4-4, FB: 9
Day: 0-6-2, FB: 9
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 5-8-6-7, FB: 3
Day: 1-3-3-6, FB: 2
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 4-2-9-7-6, FB: 9
Day: 0-2-5-6-7, FB: 3
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash Pop
Drawing times: Coffee Break 9 a.m.; Lunch Break 12 p.m.; Rush Hour 5 p.m.; Prime Time 9 p.m.; After Hours 11:59 p.m.
Coffee Break: 09
After Hours: 06
Prime Time: 13
Rush Hour: 12
Lunch Break: 12
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash 5
Drawing every day at 11 p.m.
12-28-38-41-42
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Bank a Million
Bank a Million draws are held every Wednesday and Saturday at 11 p.m.
07-15-19-35-39-40, Bonus: 02
Check Bank a Million payouts and previous drawings here.
Millionaire for Life
Drawing everyday at 11:15 p.m.
03-05-11-13-49, Bonus: 01
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