From elsewhere: Halifax County receives proposal for 1,000-acre solar farm. Unnamed tenant signs for Danville’s White Mill project. New trail center planned for High Bridge State Park.
Virginia is well-suited for controlled environment agriculture, summit says
A CEA Summit in Danville this week emphasized Virginia’s capability to be a leader in this industry
Carilion to move behavioral health services to Tanglewood Mall
Carilion had previously announced plans to build a separate facility but later put those plans on hold due to the pandemic.
Republicans say Roanoke spends an ‘absurd’ amount of money on schools. What do the numbers say?
Here’s how Roanoke’s school spending compares to other localities. (And also its SOL scores).
Sweet Briar gets $5 million gift; more . . .
Mary Baldwin launches free tuition for low-income students. Community Foundation to give more out than $100,000 in scholarships in New River. Axios founder to speak at Washington and Lee.
Big Head Todd and the Monsters to play in Rocky Mount; more . . .
Commerical properties in Christiansburg and Daleville change hands. Henry County names bridges after seven fallen law enforcement officers. Bagels and Faylox to perform at Jefferson Center.
Roanoke man wins national tennis championship for those age 90 and older
Bill Kingery plays tennis nearly every day against people 30 to 40 years his junior.
Bristol landfill cleanup expected to cost $30 million; more . . .
From elsewhere: Solar projects in four counties announced. Clarksville makes plans for new data center. Lynchburg cuts business tax for some.
5th District candidates Good and Throneburg spar in Farmville
GOP congressman paints picture of doom and gloom while Democratic challenger delivers a more hopeful message.
Youngkin wants every high school student to graduate with a credential or associate degree
Speaking as part of Cardinal News Speaker Series in Bristol, the governor said he planned to announce more about the proposal in December.