Andrew Wilson, who played at Florida State, is the first athlete in ACC history to participate in six seasons.
Culture
Cardinal News covers culture and all the stories that are shaping Southwest and Southside Virginia.
Statue of ‘the Mother of Modern Medicine’ to come to South Boston
Henrietta Lacks’ family looks to build her legacy in Halifax County, where she grew up.
From Bland County to the pros
Jake Watters, from the fourth-smallest county in Virginia, has now signed with the Oakland A’s. Here’s how he got there.
More armadillos sighted in Southwest Virginia
The armored mammals continue to wander north, but not always with happy results. The latest sightings are in Wise and Pulaski counties.
ACC Commissioner addresses changing conference landscape
Plus: Liberty lineman listed as Outland Trophy candidate. Golfer shoots 61 to set new course record in Roanoke.
Nelson Harris is Roanoke’s historical marker champion
So far, he’s been involved in getting six historical markers erected or approved in the Roanoke Valley with two more in the pipeline.
New Tech coach emphasizes in-state recruiting
At ACC Football media day, UVa coach says he regrets not latching onto offensive linemen.
Small town theaters: Warm memories help, but success takes more than nostalgia
Many small towns across Southwest and Southside have reopened their old downtown theaters. Here’s a look at some.
Whatever happened to Bronco Mendenhall?
Here’s what the former University of Virginia football coach is doing now, plus other items.
Former Tech AD: ‘Colleges and universities were not built for football’
David Braine laments the conference shake-ups and the commercialization of college athletics.

