politics
Virginia’s Senate race is taking place outside the national spotlight
Warner is talking up regulations for artificial intelligence; Mizusawa says leftward swing of Democratic Party will drive voters to him.
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economy
Local leaders explore the idea of an AI-ready Roanoke region
A group drawn from cities, counties, businesses and higher education is seeking a consultant to study market demand and feasibility of a regional AI center of excellence.
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culture
When Natural Bridge Zoo moved Asha the elephant to Florida, officials there said the transfer violated state law
Recently obtained documents show that a veterinarian said the move was an emergency, but subsequent examination found nothing wrong with the pachyderm. This fuels speculation that the Rockbridge County attraction moved the animal to avoid an impending state raid.
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education
Washington County supervisors approve holding April special election for 1% sales tax vote
The referendum would let voters decide whether an extra tax would be levied for school construction projects.
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healthcare
Psychedelics as treatment for cocaine addiction? A Roanoke doctor won a federal grant to study the possibilities.
There has been a growing interest in studying psilocybin as a way to approach a number of health issues, including Lyme disease and PTSD.
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weather
Autumn weather finally breaks through for a few days
Wednesday’s chilly dampness will be followed by a cool but dry weekend.
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opinion
Hashmi goes back to the classroom to talk about some important books
The lieutenant governor, a former literature professor, has created a lecture tour on the intersection of literature and politics.
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sports
Data on hunting dogs shows more complaints being made, but fewer violations alleged
With peak hunting season for the year on the horizon, lawmakers and houndsmen are still debating how to regulate the centuries-old Virginia tradition.
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headlines from across the state
Headlines from across the state: Three months after child drowned, Virginia Department of Health will toughen regulations on pools; more …
From elsewhere: State legislator calls on Richmond officials to end contract with Flock. Survey finds that more than half of Virginia families with children face food insecurity. A rural Virginia diabetes clinic struggles to provide care.
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