Briefs: UVA-Wise band members attend clinic in Chicago. Radford University’s Smith co-authors chapter. Roanoke College names two to Board of Trustees.

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Miyares fires 30 from attorney general’s office; more . . .
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Live inauguration updates: Full text of Youngkin’s inaugural address
Glenn Youngkin was sworn in today as the 74th governor of Virginia.
Alexandria has highest COVID rate; Covington the lowest
The highest rates are now in metro areas while six of the 10 lowest are in Southwest Virginia.
Northam announces final phase of 460 construction in Buchanan County
Construction won’t be completed until 2026.
Eight business sites in Southwest, Southside receive funding; more . . .
Briefs: Companies in Roanoke County, Tazewell graduate from export program. Bluefield University extends remote learning.
Two with Roanoke ties named to administration posts
Here’s the list of top officials in the incoming Youngkin administration so far.
Deal finalized to allow Amtrak service to New River Valley
The agreement between the state and Norfolk Southern confirms that had been previously announced, but adds details.
Virginia Tech fund-raising tops $1 billion mark; more . . .
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Youngkin announces inaugural parade participants
Units include stew pot from Brunswick County, race car from Martinsville Speedway and representatives from the Spearhead Trails in Southwest. (ATVs?)