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Installation of Flock Raven audio devices paused in Roanoke after 16 installed in wrong locations
The city council approved permits for 75 locations to place audio detectors in April. At that point, contracts had already been signed with Flock, city attorney says.
Politics
Three Democrats vie for nomination to challenge Griffith in the 9th District
The 9th District is Virginia’s most Republican congressional district, but that hasn’t stopped three Democrats from wanting the party’s nomination to challenge GOP incumbent Morgan Griffith.
Local
Lynchburg Field Notes: Miller Park pool renovations continue while the city offers alternate ways to stay cool
Plus, stay up to date with plans for the reuse of Virginia Baptist Hospital, weigh in on where trees should be planted in the Hill City, and offer ideas for improvements to Breezewood Drive.
Culture
Natural Bridge Zoo case will lead to three separate trials, judge rules
The judge also said he’d issue a gag order against most parties involved in the case, including the attorney general’s office.
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education
Virginia Tech seeking input on presidential search
The board of visitors has held two dozen listening sessions as it looks to replace longtime President Tim Sands.
eCONOMY
Cardinal Commerce Notes: Here’s how to share your thoughts on Old Dominion Power’s rate hike request
Also: Orvis will stay in Roanoke, job postings must include pay ranges starting in July, Virginia wants your input on its energy plan, and the state asks farmers to remain vigilant against the New World screwworm.
OPinion
Conservation Fund: Governor Spanberger, make Oak Hill Virginia’s next state park
Oak Hill is the only privately held home of a presidential Founding Father — the estate where James Monroe lived and where he drafted the Monroe Doctrine that shaped two centuries of American foreign policy.
HealthCare
Translation tool eases communication at free dental clinic
Virginia Tech graduate students created the platform to help Spanish-speaking patients navigate dental appointments at the Bradley Free Clinic in Roanoke.
news briefs
15 sites added to Virginia Landmarks Register
The new additions include sites in Bath, Halifax, Highland, Lee, Prince Edward and Pulaski counties, plus the city of Lynchburg.
Sports
VHSL 2026: With victory in girls tennis, Bland County wins its first team championship ever in any sport
Meanwhile, Ridgeview High won the Class 2 girls championship Thursday at Liberty University with a 5-2 victory over Bruton.
WEATHER
It doesn’t take a tornado or a derecho for storm winds to become deadly
Following Friday’s church tent collapse tragedy in Bedford County, Thursday may bring more potential for a few storms to emit damaging gusts.
Cardinal 250
Who inspired Jefferson’s words in the Declaration of Independence? Shakespeare.
The rhythms of Shakespeare helped shape the Declaration of Independence, says a Jefferson interpreter. In an age when many were illiterate, the Declaration, like Shakespeare’s work, was written to be heard, not just read.
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