This follows a previous report of a rabid bat in Tazewell County.
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Mill Mountain Zoo gets breeding pair of lemurs
Rabid bat confirmed in Tazewell County. Buchanan County manufacturer expands, adds jobs.
Headlines from across the state: Youngkin marks success with project aimed at revitalizing Petersburg
Democratic AG hopeful Jay Jones presents public safety plan. Bond hearing set for man accused of attacking Danville council member. Salem’s Mac and Bob’s gets new owner.
Headlines from across the state: Record number of visitors spent record sums last year in Virginia; more …
From elsewhere: Meteorologist Sublette announces run for Wittman’s seat in 1st District. As Michael Vick’s Norfolk State debut approaches, “you can just feel the energy.” As “Dirty Dancing” approaches its 40th anniversary, the film’s legacy endures locally and around the world.
Headlines from across the state: UVa names interim president; more …
From elsewhere: New baseball stadium solar energy project, one of the largest ever, coming to Richmond. Speedway working to transition from baseball back to NASCAR. Roanoke to consider hybrid dog ban.
As some schools pull books from shelves, we asked readers what they read as kids. Here’s what they said.
Is there a book you read in your youth that opened your eyes or minds to something very different from what you heard and learned at home, school or church?
Roanoke College, Virginia Western launch joint biotech program; more …
Amtrak ridership in Virginia is up; Roanoke route grows fastest. Giles County sets river cleanup for Sept. 6. Youngkin announces state board appointments.
Headlines from across the state: Former field hockey coach at Ferrum College claims discrimination; more …
From elsewhere: Trump signals he will back Earle-Sears’ campaign. Virginia congressman spearheads bipartisan efforts to boost U.S. housing supply. Virginia’s oldest telephone co-op marks 120 years.
Headlines from across the state: Wilder sues VCU president over ‘hostile workplace’ investigation; more …
From elsewhere: Despite federal investigations, GMU president will remain in role, receive pay boost. Study will assess Roanoke County’s housing needs and how to address them. National D-Day Memorial to host free admission event Aug. 9.
Headlines from across the state: Former Glen Lyn mayor gets probation for water pollution charge; more …
From elsewhere: Why direct flights from Richmond to Europe could soon be cleared for takeoff. Vehicle strikes Amish buggy in Brunswick. Salem to withdraw from regional jail agreement in two years.

