The agreement between the state and Norfolk Southern confirms that had been previously announced, but adds details.
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.
Virginia Tech fund-raising tops $1 billion mark; more . . .
Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside.
Grant awarded to train solar workforce in coal counties; more . . .
Briefs: Covid testing set in Pittsylvania County on Saturday. Davis sworn in as Wise/ Norton prosecutor. Alleghany Highlands Economic Development announces new marketing program.
Former Del. Yost indicted on embezzlement charges; more . . .
Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside.
Drainage from historic coal mine diverted to protect houses in Pound
Also, a second project about to get underway in Wise County.
Furniture manufacturer expands in Floyd; more . . .
Briefs: Vaccination clinics set in Danville. Grant for Dungannon. Wytheville Community College seeks nominees for awards. W&L announces MLK Day events.
COVID sets records in Lynchburg and Southwest; more . . .
Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside.
Roanoke County to hold public meeting on U.S. 460 land-use plan
Meeting is Jan. 13; to address traffic in the Bonsack area.
New grant approved for Dickenson County Sportsman’s Complex
Goal is to make Dickenson County “a firearm and archery sport paradise,” county leader says.
Blacksburg company supplies pig heart for human transplant; more . . .
Here are some of the top headlines from other news outlets around Southwest and Southside.

