News Briefs

Tech-led group wins award from USDA for boxwood blight research. Danville Community College to hold walk-in financial aid workshop.

From elsewhere: Bath County, only county without child care, to establish facility. Roanoke County names new poice chief. JMU gets record gift.

From elsewhere: Pulaski economic developer wins global award. BWXT reports higher profiits. Virginia Poultry Federation says buy Thanksgiving turkeys early.

The New River Valley has been home to a drone test center since 2013. That testing has now led to loosened rules for drone operators.

VCEDA awards grant to therapy center in Tazewell County. New River Valley group sets ‘book walks’ for families.

From elsewhere: Cumberland County planners approve proposed solar farm. Lindsey Buckingham cancels show in Roanoke. Liberty coach says Arkansas win was biggest in school’s history.

Roanoke College adds new trustee. New River Community College to hold Veterans Day event.

Nelson County farmer named Southeastern Farmer of the Year. Farmville group receives grant to help care for pets of Meals on Wheels clients.

From elsewhere: Lynchburg looks to expand programs in middle schools. School resource officer recruitment sparks debate in Roanoke County. Weather journalist Kevin Myatt looks ahead to late-week rain.

The intended site has been sold. SML Center board will explore other options.