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But first, pizza: VA Tech team creates assistive robotics that can make you a meal

For the millions of Americans who live with a mobility issue, making a pizza can be a lot more challenging than just choosing between pepperoni or sausage. Now Virginia Tech researchers have developed a robotic arm with novel assistive grippers that can help those with disabilities accomplish complex everyday...
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Youngkin Highlights Strong Growth in Virginia Job Openings and Hiring

Yesterday, Governor Youngkin announced that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (BLS) May 2025 Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) reports a sharp...

BOB BROWN: “These Forever Children…”

The meaning of a child’s life is never more painfully appreciated than when the child is murdered. The brutal killing of four young college...

Social Security Anniversary Celebration Events to Be Held in Roanoke

More than 1.6 million Virginians rely on Social Security to pay their bills, and AARP Virginia is holding several events in Roanoke to celebrate the program’s 90th anniversary. On...

Blue Ridge TWENTY24 Shines in Chicago as Hicks Takes on the Track

Roanoke, Va. Virginia's Blue Ridge continues to thrive as a premier outdoor destination, further energized by the excitement of hosting the 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National...

Roanoke Regional Chamber Cuts the Ribbon on New Office at Varsity Park

On July 22nd, the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce officially opened the doors to its new headquarters with a ribbon cutting and open house at 1948 Franklin Road...

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Shines at MTB Nationals and Boise Twilight

As the final day of U.S. Mountain Bike Nationals wrapped up, I found myself unexpectedly emotional. Hosting this incredible event just miles from my front door—on trails I...

CAREY KINSOLVING: KIDS TALK ABOUT GOD

How Do I Live Without Fear? (Psalm 23:4) “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;...