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Youngkin Announces Over $5 Million in Appalachian Regional Commission Grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that he is recommending 13 projects for funding by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), totaling $5.356 million in grants. ARC will finalize approval of these project awards later this year. “These projects represent the strong entrepreneurial spirit and economic innovation of the Appalachian region,” said Governor...
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Pamplin Park’s Independence Day Celebration Returns

Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier will celebrate America's Independence on July 4, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to...

Youngkin Announces Medallia Launches New Corporate Office in Fairfax

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that Medallia is investing $2 million to expand operations in existing Tysons office space. Medallia is a customer and...

BOB BROWN: What Happened to Happiness?

We can quibble about the origin, even the definition or meaning of “happiness,” but I’m not going there. I am simply wondering why we...

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TRIO Programs Empower First-Generation Students Across Southwest Virginia

Karlee Shivley can’t wait to be a Hokie this fall — but there was a time when college felt out of reach. “As a sophomore, I really didn’t think...

Lucy Addison High School Named Virginia Historic Landmark

The original Lucy Addison High School, built in 1928 as a segregated high school for Black Roanokers, is one of nine historic places recently listed in the Virginia...

Roanoke Libraries Open as Cooling Centers During Heat Wave

With temperatures forecasted for the upper 90s over next week, the City of Roanoke urges everyone to take precautions during the coming heat wave. To help residents stay safe...

Smith Mountain Lake State Park receives USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Award

Smith Mountain Lake State Park has been named the second-best lake beach in the country by the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This recognition highlights the...

CAREY KINSOLVING: KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD

Why Does The Bible Call Jesus "The Word"? “Jesus is the Word because through him all things are made,” says Jonathan, 8. “What he said...