The school system entered into a corrective action plan with the state in 2020 after a majority of its schools lost accreditation.
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Roanoke Valley Field Notes: Roanoke wins 9th All-America City Award
Plus: A debated request for a dog kennel in Roanoke County is set for a public hearing Tuesday.
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Municipal report: Former Martinsville city manager fired for issues from hiring practices to fiscal irregularities to conflicts of interest
The city issued a press release outlining what was found during an investigation.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: City council names new school board members
Other appointments available on various city boards this summer. Learn how to apply, and get updates on water line tests and an ongoing economic development survey, in this news roundup.
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Lynchburg Fire Department assessment calls for hiring process overhaul with emphasis on diversity
The report outlines 14 areas of improvement that the city’s incoming fire chief, who starts July 1, should address in the department’s climate, culture and human resources practices.
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Radford University finalizing plan to build new health sciences center on Roanoke’s Jefferson Street
The new building would house all Radford University Carilion programs, a university spokesperson said.
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Danville Field Notes: Amthor International expands in Gretna
Plus: Danville’s annual Festival in the Park is looking for board members, and Hurt water conversations continue.
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New River Valley Field Notes: Crew paddling the entire New River to share experience in Blacksburg
Plus: A Floyd County family gets some needed help to have water on the homestead.
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Special prosecutor named in investigation of Buchanan County elected official
The assistant commonwealth’s attorney from Bland County who is handling the case said he doesn’t yet know the target of the investigation.
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Peppers Ferry predicament: Christiansburg Town Council turns down park land over access road
The town’s fastest-growing area is relying on roads through neighborhoods to help manage traffic.
