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Spanberger issues executive order to hold data centers ‘accountable,’ form AI task force
Her order, which follows a monthslong budget battle over tax exemptions and more recent concerns regarding the safety of AI, stops short of a moratorium on development.
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Roanoke Valley
Deceased dog whose microchip wasn’t checked by highway crew raises questions about Virginia policies, laws
‘No family should live with “pretty sure,”’ says owner of Scooby, who may have been hit on Interstate 81.
New River Valley
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, first responders climb Lane Stadium steps to honor those who were lost
“I want to respect and do everything I can to carry forward the memory of what those guys did that day,” said one firefighter.
Lynchburg Area
8 quotes on civility from 8 Lynchburg City Council candidates
Plus, a link to Cardinal News’ voter guide, where you can learn what the candidates stand for when it comes to public safety, economic development and other local topics.
Southwest: Bristol and Beyond
Haysi’s mayor arrested following indictments on 8 fraud and embezzlement charges
Larry D. Yates was being held without bond Friday in the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail in Abingdon and will appear in court Tuesday.
danville area
Measles outreach clinic coming to Southside Virginia on Monday
The Pittsylvania-Danville and Southside health districts will offer education, immunity testing and vaccinations.
Martinsville area
Martinsville’s warming center plans to relocate, awaiting approval for building code modification request
Organizers cite higher costs at Salvation Army location, are close to announcing new spot.
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Sports
With appeals rulings, VHSL realignment is complete. Here’s who’s moving and who’s staying.
The Virginia High School League has ruled on appeals stemming from its recent realignment plan.
WEATHER
One of our hottest starts to September, after the last two were among the coolest
Still no sign of consistently cooler temperatures or wetter drought-easing weather patterns on the horizon.
Cardinal news 250
Patrick Henry’s secret plan to extend Virginia westward during the revolution
George Rogers Clark gets the historical credit for “the conquest of the Northwest,” as the land between the Alleghenies and the Mississippi was then called. It was Henry who authorized the military action as a secret mission on behalf of Virginia, not the United States.
headlines from across the state
Headlines from across the state: Chesapeake Bay ospreys see worst breeding season on record; more …
From elsewhere: Drought blamed in fish die-off; Buggs Island Lake falls below 290 feet. New dashboard shows term limits on affordable status of properties around Virginia. Spanberger quietly ends measure to stop transgender girls from playing girls sports.
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