News Briefs from Southwest/Southside Virginia

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.

News Briefs

Emory & Henry to break ground on new housing; more . . .

by Cardinal Staff January 26, 2022January 25, 2022

Briefs: Southwest Virginia Songwriters Association honors founder. Washington and Lee museum exhibit opens Feb. 3.

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Mountain Valley Pipeline loses key permit; more . . .

by Cardinal Staff January 26, 2022January 25, 2022

From elsewhere: Southwest covid rate hits another record. Warner tests positive. Charlottesville Republican chair to challenge Good for nomination in 5th.

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Roanoke’s Cardwell elected first Black president of Virginia Bar Association; more . . .

by Cardinal Staff January 25, 2022January 24, 2022

Virginia Tech receives $2.8 million grant from Defense Department. Work underway in Wise County to halt erosion from abandoned mine. “Last Best Hope” author to speak at W&L.

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Republicans eye using marijuana money for school construction; more . . .

by Cardinal Staff January 25, 2022January 24, 2022

From elsewhere: Lee Enterprises asks investors to help it fight hostile takeover. Jerry Falwell Jr. talks to Vanity Fair about his fall. Omicron may have peaked in New River.