The building only dated to 1975, but the fire that destroyed its predecessor inspired a state law on preserving records.
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Headlines from across the state: Mecklenburg solar project neighbors get fake letter dangling cash; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia attorney general launches investigation into Loudoun schools after “uncomfortable” boys’ locker room incident. State watchdog to audit Bon Air juvenile facility. VHSL executive committee approves updated transgender athlete participation policy.
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Headlines from across the state: Companies sue over Shenandoah Valley medical marijuana permit; more …
From elsewhere: Design work underway on $9.3 million intersection improvement project in Tazewell County. Youngkin keeps bar high for weight loss drugs under Medicaid. Shallow quake shakes part of Virginia.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia Tech preparing for ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ Metallica concert; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia prepares to finalize transgender athlete restrictions. VDOT announces $64 million project to transform Lynchburg’s Candlers Mountain interchange by 2029. Highland supervisors approve budget, raise real estate tax rate.
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Do higher meals taxes keep diners away? Here’s what readers said.
Rising costs have changed some diners’ habits. Others give the price point on meals taxes that would discourage them from going out.
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Headlines from across the state: Georgia Pacific to close plywood mill in Emporia, costing 550 jobs; more …
From elsewhere: U.S. 221 study proposes upgrades in congested parts of Forest. Danville’s Riverfront park project delayed again. Most Virginia teachers are women, but most superintendents are men.
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Headlines from across the state: Local GOP committees sign on as co-plaintiffs in suit challenging primary law; more …
From elsewhere: National ranking shows despite hike, Virginia teachers’ pay is stagnant compared to other states. New “Beer Hiking in Virginia” guide connects Shenandoah to Eastern Shore, hikers to brews. Salvation Army of the Greater Lynchburg faces financial strain as donations drop.
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IRS extends tax filing and payment deadlines for Virginia residents and businesses affected by February flooding
Taxpayers in 36 localities now have until Nov. 3 to file and pay their federal taxes.
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Headlines from across the state: Joint school board and council committee present recommendations on Lynchburg City Schools funding and future; more …
From elsewhere: Tech-powered rides offer a lifeline as Virginia schools grapple with bus shortages. Work is continuing on two-state connector route. Mecklenburg planners give thumbs down to Antlers Road Solar project.
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Roanoke County hosts community meetings about Glenvar plan; more …
Youngkin announces board appointments. Abingdon child care center hosts financial aid application assistance and open house.