The civil penalty stems from violations of environmental regulations at a Transcontinental Gas Pipeline expansion project.
Local
Cardinal News covers the local stories impacting the communities in Southwest and Southside Virginia.
Southwest Virginia Field Notes: A final reunion in Big Stone Gap
Plus: Lee County’s bringing back its chamber of commerce, and Russell County has a new top dog.
‘A beautiful tradition’: What goes behind the upkeep of the Appalachian Trail
The Konnarock Crew just finished its 44th season building and maintaining the Appalachian Trail from Virginia down to Georgia — a task that volunteers say is sweaty and laborious, but rewarding.
Roanoke Valley Field Notes: Roanoke school leaders talk budget again, get less state money
Plus: Darlene Burcham is returning to a city of Roanoke role.
New Roanoke County superintendent lays out his vision at start of school year
Jamie Soltis talks about teacher pay, AI, student mental health and more in a Q&A with Cardinal News.
Lynchburg Field Notes: Redevelopment begins for Appomattox workforce housing
Also in this edition, learn about Framatome’s new health center and Peaks View Park’s new lighting system.
Road to a deal: Patrick & Henry Community College, Rural King team up on truck driving need
A program will help Rural King distribution and put more licensed operators on the roads.
Wagering referendum for a Rosie’s Gaming Emporium will be on Pulaski’s November ballot
And in Amherst County, voters will decide the issue for the second time.
Fiscally challenged city of Radford hopes new power contract will give it more diversity and control
The city entered into an agreement with CMS Energy Resource Management.
Danville Field Notes: Averett University’s new president talks about financial recovery
Plus: Pittsylvania is still gathering input on its comprehensive plan rewrite, and Danville now has a public microchip scanner.

