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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Cardinal News covers the local stories impacting the communities in Southwest and Southside Virginia.
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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.
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Man convicted of attack on Danville City Council member will spend 40 years in prison
Shotsie Buck-Hayes’ sentence exceeds the suggested sentencing guidelines, with a judge saying the attack on Lee Vogler was “a pinnacle in human cruelty.”
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State pharmacy board penalizes Danville animal shelter over euthanasia records
The shelter was found liable on Wednesday for every allegation made by the board.
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Roanoke Valley Field Notes: Virginia Museum of Transportation receives donations to maintain the 611, Salem opens housing survey
Plus: Botetourt County receives state historical marker for TransAmerica Bicycle Trail.
