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Lawmakers Reconvene to Tackle Governor’s Changes; Set Budget Special Session Date

The General Assembly reconvened April 17 for legislators to address 116 of the governor’s bill recommendations, and decide how to tackle his 242 budget amendments. Democrats did not attempt to...

Fralin Biomedical Institute Takes Aim at Tobacco Use, Cancer Rates and Informing Policy

Open-water swimming requires athletes to take into account a wide number of variables. Roberta Freitas-Lemos...

Roanoke County Taxes / Budgeting Play Role In Vinton GOP Primary

Many now feel the pain of inflation while buying daily items like gas, restaurant meals...

DMV Urges Virginians to Prioritize Pedestrian Safety Behind The Wheel  

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is asking for drivers to help keep pedestrians...

Forest Service / Partners Release Elk From Kentucky Into West Virginia

Elk have been a staple at Kentucky’s Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area for...

White Coat Ceremony Completes Wardrobe for Medical Students

When first-year students begin their studies at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) in late July, they immediately wear the many roles...

Gas Prices Up 2.5 Cents Last Week, 32 Cents/Gallon Above One Year Ago

Average gasoline prices in Roanoke have risen 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.46/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 155...

Virginians Asked Not to Move Firewood

 As the days turn cooler and shorter, many Virginians are using firewood to keep warm and spend quality time with friends and family. While seemingly...

Roanoke Among 12 VA Cities To Get “Operation Ceasefire” Help To Stop Violent Crime

As part of a statewide tour last week meeting local leaders, Attorney General Jason Miyares (R) met with Roanoke Valley officials including Roanoke Mayor...

Fall Offers Unique Opportunities to Appreciate Migrating Birds in Virginia

Each fall, millions of birds pass through the commonwealth during their fall migrations south, offering Virginians opportunities to see hawks, songbirds, and more. “Virginia is...

Fall Wildfire Season is Here

Leading source of wildfires in Virginia: Burning yard debris  Virginia’s fall wildfire season begins Oct. 15. The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) reminds everyone to...