Since it’s launch in early 2020, Wise County’s partnership with Starlink has brought internet access to more than 360 students.
Markus Schmidt
Markus Schmidt was a reporter for Cardinal News.
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An uphill battle for Walker?
Lynchburg Republicans fear that Del. Wendell Walker might not win again in a newly redrawn House district.
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Edwards vows to stay on
The Democrat denies rumors that he would retire from the state Senate to join a Youngkin administration.
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‘Big shoes to fill’
Three health districts in Southwest Virginia have no permanent director, and the state has trouble filling these vacancies.
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Republicans nominate Gilbert for Speaker
Kilgore tapped as the new House Majority Leader,
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Will the infrastructure bill help expand broadband access in rural Virginia?
Officials welcome the legislation, but say the state is already on a fast track to universal coverage by 2024.
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Youngkin names transition team
Of the committee’s 12 members, three hail from Southwest Virginia. Two others are from Lynchburg area.
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Gilbert and Kilgore endorse each other for House GOP leadership roles
Gilbert set to become speaker, Kilgore in line for Majority Leader.
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Gilbert makes his bid to become Speaker
The current House Minority Leader informed his caucus on Wednesday of his intentions to run
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Kilgore announces bid for House Speaker
The delegate’s bid will likely set up an intra-party battle with House Minority Leader Todd Gilbert.
