From elsewhere: Virginia brewers launch six new beers flavored with native plants. Virginia college students shine in national democracy innovation anthology. This House candidate wants you to know she helped imprison a fellow Democrat.
News Briefs
Stay informed with the latest headlines from across Southwest and Southside Virginia with Cardinal News Briefs. This category features fast, essential updates from the trusted journalists at Cardinal News, covering breaking news, local government, education, business, public safety, weather, health, transportation, community events and more.
From the New River Valley and Roanoke Valley to Southside Virginia, the New River Highlands and beyond, Cardinal News Briefs delivers timely reporting and quick-hit stories that keep readers connected to the issues shaping Southwest and Southside Virginia communities. Whether you’re looking for developing news, regional updates, statewide policy impacts or local stories that matter to Virginians, this page offers concise, reliable journalism rooted in the region.
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Headlines from across the state: Andrea Fletcher tapped to lead Virginia’s government technology overhaul; more …
From elsewhere: Beyer criticizes “Republican price tag” ahead of November midterm elections. 349-home subdivision proposed for historic plantation in Elliston. Fired Virginia State University professors file civil rights complaint with AG’s office.
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Headlines from across the state: Spanberger taps Daniel Young to lead government watchdog office; more …
From elsewhere: Bill Corvello, who led Virginia State Police, dies at 94. Loudoun seeks legal opinion before ending data center grandfather protections. Flying Squirrels’ owners file new lawsuit against city of Richmond, citing Diamond District delays.
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Headlines from across the state: Consumer sentiment tumbles as Virginians feel pressure from inflation, new poll finds; more …
From elsewhere: Appalachian Power president tells business summit that power demand is about to surge to unseen levels. Spanberger’s new commission focused on housing production meets for first time. Amazon withdraws controversial groundwater permit in King George County.
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Headlines from across the state: Trump says he’s nominating acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for the permanent job; more …
From elsewhere: Richmond wants to push Virginia to lower BAC limit. After FAA certification, Washington Manassas Airport to offer commercial flights. Supervisor to Franklin County: Never mind on that resignation.
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Headlines from across the state: Federal judge blocks new Virginia limits on existing local ICE agreements; more …
From elsewhere: More Virginia lawmakers call for special session to weigh Dominion merger. Driving while streaming is now illegal in Virginia. Virginia education board updates graduation requirements, expands course options for students.
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Headlines from across the state: Spanberger looks near and far as she appoints revenue team; more …
From elsewhere: Coast Guard Training Center at Yorktown is bracing for a new wave of students. Halifax County Sheriff’s Office ceases use of Flock camera systems. Split Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors moves ahead with animal shelter.
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Headlines from across the state: Confederate statues removed from Capitol Square; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia officials announce disbursement of $122 million in Rural Health Transformation Fund awards. Esurance to reimburse policyholders over accident surcharges. Chesterfield delays data center plan to cut car taxes.
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Headlines from across the state: Apple Wallet adds driver’s licenses and IDs for Virginia residents; more …
From elsewhere: New proposal from grid operator PJM would require data centers to bring their own power. Satanist bedevils Roanoke City Council with request to lead a prayer. Massive wetlands project moving forward in Surry County.
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Headlines from across the state: Loudoun supervisors propose terminating grandfather provisions for data centers; more …
From elsewhere: Amazon changes course on water use for King George data center campus. Virginia to receive $353 million in landmark Meta child-safety settlement. Chesterfield proposes using data center revenue to lower car taxes.
