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Lynchburg’s Diamond Hill neighborhood is on its way to revitalization, one project at a time
The most recent initiative brought a colorful mural and “sense of pride” to 12th Street, the artist says.
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Roanoke Valley
Roanoke Valley Field Notes: As Salem City Council mourns Saunders, it is tasked with filling his seat
Plus: You can catch Roanoke City Council candidates at forum Thursday.
New River Valley
Remote Area Medical is looking for volunteers for Pearisburg pop-up clinic
All types of healthcare professionals are needed to provide vision, dental and medical care.
Lynchburg Area
BWXT to build nuclear reactor for Army base
The Lynchburg-based nuclear technology firm aims to have a 20-megawatt microreactor up and running at Fort Campbell by the early 2030s.
Southwest: Bristol and Beyond
Washington County Courthouse temporarily closed after air quality study raises concerns
The study was conducted after concerns were raised about “microbial growth,” the county said Monday in a news release.
danville area
Danville Field Notes: Solar facility guidelines in Pittsylvania are now in line with new state regulations
Plus: Danville celebrates construction progress at new hotel, and a Dry Fork nonprofit will participate in a national rural health program.
Martinsville area
Stricter data center regulations approved in Henry County
There is currently no property in the county zoned for a data center.
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Sports
Here’s the complete VHSL football schedule for 2026
Some games will be played early but most schools begin the season Aug. 27 or 28.
WEATHER
The persistent stickiness of a deceivingly warm August cracks, but only momentarily
Heat, humidity and thunderstorms will be on the rebound after the early week hint of autumn.
Cardinal news 250
London Pleasants was an enslaved teen who seized his freedom by donning a red coat
The story of the Henrico County teenager is featured in the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. He served as a trumpeter in the British army, then escaped to Canada after the war.
headlines from across the state
Headlines from across the state: Loudoun supervisors propose terminating grandfather provisions for data centers; more …
From elsewhere: Amazon changes course on water use for King George data center campus. Virginia to receive $353 million in landmark Meta child-safety settlement. Chesterfield proposes using data center revenue to lower car taxes.
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