State officials warned that “if conditions on the ground do not rapidly improve, mandatory water conservation measures may be necessary in the Roanoke Region.”
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Martinsville adds 1% sales tax referendum for school construction to November’s ballot
Martinsville is one of the first localities in the region — if not the first — to add the referendum since a new Virginia law took effect.
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Over the past year, Virginia has lost more jobs than any other state
Only two other states have lost jobs at a faster rate. Federal job cuts are a big driver, but not the only one. Virginia is also losing manufacturing jobs at a faster rate than any other state.
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Virginia could have new fees, regulations for hunting, fishing and boating
Virginia wildlife department proposes new fees, regulations to offset rising costs.
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Judge dismisses challenge to reproductive rights amendment
An attorney with the Liberty Counsel said he will appeal the Campbell County judge’s ruling.
Posted inEconomy
Tech Briefs: Regional business accelerators combine for program focusing on agricultural, forestry and rural concerns
Plus: Emerging Tech Conference seeks proposals for this year’s event; professor emeritus at Virginia Tech makes seven-figure donation to support undergraduate research.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Advanced rehabilitation care arrives in Lynchburg as Centra modernizes
Also in this edition, learn how you can engage with Lynchburg’s Revolution-era history and use Campbell County’s new recycling service.
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Taxpayers group: Data center myths holding Virginia back
Critics frequently argue that the cooling infrastructure required for server farms is depleting regional water resources. Yet, TPA’s analysis reveals that in 2025, data center water consumption accounted for a mere 1.4 percent of all water usage across Virginia.
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Piedmont Environmental Council: The governor and General Assembly’s data center budget ‘solution’ doesn’t fix anything
As state leaders escape for summer vacation, Virginians are struggling to keep cool amidst rising energy costs.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia ends year with extra $936 million for state budget; more …
From elsewhere: Democrats challenge Beyer in 8th Congressional District, marred by federal layoffs. Bedford J&D Judge Harrison retires from “best job on earth.” Distinguished ODU marine biologist shot dead by masked men in the Philippines.
