In Wise County, disadvantaged students trail the division average by small amounts. In some Northern Virginia localities, the gap is wider. Why?
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Posted inSports
VHSL points update with two weeks left: 19 teams left with perfect records
The points system is used to determine who makes the playoffs and how they’re ranked.
Posted inSouthwest Area
An Islamic institute has closed on its purchase of a building in downtown Norton and is proceeding with opening a community center there, its founder said
The facility will also include a worship space; programs will begin over the next few months.
Posted inOpinion
Lucas indictment raises two big questions about Virginia’s coming legal retail cannabis market
The core of the charges against the Senate Finance chair involve marijuana distribution. Come July 1, retail sales will be legal. The Lucas case calls for a closer look at how that market will work.
Posted inPolitics
Southwest and Southside localities say all is well ahead of Election Day amid talk of federal monitors
Virginia’s Department of Elections confirmed that the federal Department of Justice has requested to send election monitors to a number of localities across the commonwealth, as has happened in the past.
Posted inLynchburg area
Lynchburg City Council starts process to audit top municipal employee pay and raises
Some members believe there are issues, while others do not.
Posted inMartinsville area
Hilton brand hotel to be built near Martinsville Speedway
The company plans to invest $20 million.
Posted inOpinion
Energy group: Big acres, bigger questions
Virginia does not need to choose between covering its natural beauty in solar arrays and forgoing new energy development; with well-researched siting and strong ordinances, there is plenty of room to meet in the middle.
Posted inNews Briefs
Headlines from across Virginia: Senior legislator wants higher taxes for those making $1 million and up, more . . .
From elsewhere: Virginia SNAP soda restrictions begin Sunday. Bedford County sheriff wants strict regulation of cannabis stores. Virginia Beach to establish animal cruelty registry.
Posted inNew River Valley
Carilion Clinic to purchase piece of Christiansburg Huckleberry Park to expand ambulatory services
The healthcare company is buying about five acres for $5 million.
