From elsewhere: DWR approves fewer carp to eat invasive hydrilla in Smith Mountain Lake. Broadway to be third Virginia town to stop fluoridating water. Judge dismisses charges against former Richneck assistant principal accused of failing to prevent shooting.
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Posted inEconomy
In Lynchburg’s historic Black commercial district, developers are giving Fifth Street a second chance
New apartment units and commercial spaces are on the market or in the works on the street that was once regarded as the city’s Black Main Street but was later lost to history.
Posted inOpinion
Martinsville needs less drama, but voters will ultimately decide whether the city lowers the political temperature
The city has been roiled with political controversies over the past few years. Can it put those aside and focus on economic growth? Ultimately, that’s up to voters.
Posted inOpinion
Mitchell drops out; Macy’s path to Democratic nomination just got easier
The prospect of a Beth Macy vs. Ben Cline contest in the 6th District drew closer Wednesday.
Posted inHealthcare
The Pulse: UVa researchers make new discoveries into why cancer relapses
Plus: Plans for a home-away-from-home for patients and caregivers in Roanoke, Virginia smoking rates tick upward.
Posted inLocal
Roanoke Valley Field Notes: Roanoke council amends Evans Spring plan
Weekly column for 5/21 focusing on the Roanoke Valley.
Posted inOpinion
Blacksburg business owner: AI policy must work for small businesses
Policy discussions have not fully caught up to how small businesses are using AI today. That disconnect matters.
Posted inNews Briefs
Headlines from across the state: Virginia revenues surge despite job losses amid budget standoff; more …
From elsewhere: Ahead of veto deadline, Spanberger delivers mixed bag to immigration advocates. Richmond police to stop sharing Flock camera data with Virginia agencies that work with ICE. $1.25 million settlement reached in death of Virginia Tech student.
Posted inWeather
Price for some drought relief may be showery Memorial Day weekend
Temperatures will cool down from early week record highs as we see an extended period of shower chances unlike any we’ve seen in many months.
Posted inEconomy
6 years after closing, Amherst’s former state-run training center is still on long path to redevelopment
Plans for demolishing some of the site’s buildings and constructing a new access road are in the works to make the site more marketable to developers.
