Authorities call the damage to affected areas around Dismal River Road substantial. UPDATED Thursday with more photos from the scene.
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LewisGale to open ER in Bonsack; more . . .
Briefs: Virginia Tech joins DC-area university group. Calfee Center in Pulaski wins grant.
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Rissi Palmer and Joe Troop to perform near Galax
They will appear at the Blue Ridge Music Center.
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Macy’s ‘Dopesick’ nominated for 14 Emmys; more . . .
From elsewhere: Miyares to visit Lynchburg. Food City partners with Door Dash. Roanoke County to build new career and technical school.
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Funding for splash pad in Clintwood approved; more . . .
Griffith announces 2022 Congressional App Challenge. Community Foundation of the New River Valley now accepting grant applications.
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Roanoke gets second daily Amtrak train; more . . .
From elsewhere: Monacan Nation dispute heads to federal court. Bristol Casino draws ‘thousands.’ Tennessee law drives homeless people into Virginia.
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Free dental clinic in Wise July 22-23
The Mission of Mercy clinic will be at UVA Wise.
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Eight mines given awards for mine safety
Also, seven mines were given awards for reclamation efforts.
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Good, March urge end to abortion in Virginia; more . . .
From elsewhere: oungkin speaks in Nebraska. Questions remain about effect of proposed Botetourt wind farm on eagles. Casino’s first customers believe gaming will grow.
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Six RAMP companies receive funding
The firms in the Roanoke and New River valleys have received grants from the Commonwealth Commercialization Fund.