More than 300 homes are proposed for a portion of the historic Fotheringay property.
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Cardinal News covers the local stories impacting the communities in Southwest and Southside Virginia.
Posted inRoanoke Valley
‘We’re not there yet’: Salem City Council candidates mostly still shaping opinions about data center growth in the region
They generally agree that the issue certainly can’t be ignored.
Posted inLynchburg area
Lynchburg bus company sues city over money move
It is asking for $1.3 million in a breach-of-contract suit.
Posted inRoanoke Valley
Have you seen Bandit? Two women have been tracking the dog’s movements for almost a year.
Stephanie Bowyer and Cera Wadsworth have been working since the summer to catch him so they can give him a home.
Posted inNew River Valley
Penalty for a noncompliant Airbnb just got cheaper in Blacksburg
The town lowered the fine and changed it to a civil matter from criminal.
Posted inRoanoke Valley
Vinton hopes a downtown anchor project will rise from the ashes of 2022 fire
The town is seeking development proposals for a site it called a “visible scar.”
Posted inNew River Valley
Community pushback delays decision on large Elliston housing development
If approved, the village’s population could more than double.
Posted inMartinsville area
After 2020 landslide, Philpott Dam construction expected to be finished next summer
It will then begin generating electricity again and should be 20% more efficient.
Posted inDanville area
Jobs to be created by large data center and battery manufacturer upping Danville region’s housing needs
“Our economic development pipeline has changed substantially. But the projections for tomorrow change even faster and more drastically,” one official said.
Posted inPath to Solutions
Community teams work to aid Virginia first responders so they can focus on what’s needed most
Volunteers bring food, water, a generator and a cot where firefighters can lie down. They also take over administrative duties.
