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Virginia Passes New Traffic Safety Laws

As summer continues, Virginia drivers and visitors alike need to be aware of several new traffic safety laws taking effect. During the 2025 Virginia General Assembly Session, lawmakers passed important legislation on seatbelts, speeding, and street racing. “Too many people have lost their lives in crashes in the Commonwealth and...
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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...

Virginia Workforce Program Named Nation’s Best, Says Youngkin

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that Virginia is ranked No. 1 in the United States for customized workforce training in the 21st annual Business...

BOB BROWN: “Portraits of the Human Person”

On the night of June 21, 2025, President Donald Trump said all seven B2 Bombers had safely returned from an unprecedented successful attack on...

LUCKY GARVIN: Tommy

Four things to remember as you celebrate the Fourth of July

From fireworks to food preparation, Virginia Tech experts offer practical advice for enjoying this week’s holiday. Keep food cool and allergy-safe With temperatures soaring, food can quickly become a safety...

Roanoke Offers $7.76 Holiday Admission at Parks and Rec Centers

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism invites the community to celebrate Independence Day weekend with special savings at their recreation facilities. Beginning July 3 through July 6, 2025,...

Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Nets 26 Tons of Debris

Community volunteers collected more than 26 tons of debris as part of the 37th Annual Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Days according to the final 2025...

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...

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...