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News Briefs
Virginia health officials launch ‘surveillance system’ for kids sickened by cannabis; more …
From elsewhere: Roanoke citizens, Del. Rasoul seek cease-fire for Gaza. Would a land bank help Farmville clean up derelict properties? Danville City Council revises agreement with Caesars Virginia.
Roanoke City Council interviews applicants for school board; more …
From elsewhere: Dominion says nuclear plant upgrades on budget and schedule. Replacement for Simmons sought on Patrick County board. Town of Rocky Mount to purchase historic downtown building.
Higher price tag, fewer employees than promised part of likely changes to Caesars’ Danville contract; more …
From elsewhere: Bent Mountain section of Mountain Valley Pipeline fails during post-construction tests. Milestone reached for Halifax County provider of broadband. Youngkin spending on consultants to push for procurement savings.
S&P raises Sweet Briar’s rating; more …
Yancey, Schawbel to speak at annual Economic Forum in Wise. Southside Virginia Community College opens new training lab.
Police raid UVa encampment, arrest anti-war protesters; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia attorney general joins efforts to fight back against Title IX changes. Downtown Roanoke parking garage next to Amtrak platform deemed unsafe, closed. Pound, Clincho, Dickenson get training to go after federal grants.
Cardinal News takes top prize for online news at Virginia Press Association contest
Danville reporter Grace Mamon was named Young Journalist of the Year, while education reporter Lisa Rowan and political reporter Markus Schmidt won separate best-in-show awards.
Volunteers prepare to scope out harmful algae at Smith Mountain Lake; more …
From elsewhere: Lower fuel prices mean a break for customers on Dominion bills. Hashmi enters Democratic contest for lieutenant governor as “progressive champion.” Farmville Detention Center director named in class-action lawsuit.
Blacksburg company to consolidate facilities in $1.6 million investment, add 27 jobs; more …
The Harvester announces shows by Robert Earl Keen, American Aquarium. 9th District Congressional App Challenge opens for entries. Community colleges announce commencement speakers.
Patrick County supervisors chairman resigns; more …
From elsewhere: Safety group scores Roanoke region’s hospitals. Franklin County unveils new walking trail thanks to community help. Marion seeks help to set the record straight on Mountain Dew’s origin.