From elsewhere: Virginia among states removing some food, drinks from SNAP coverage. Dog attacks persist in Virginia prisons despite 2024 law change. Altria CEO Gifford to retire.
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: Drunken raccoon T-shirts raise nearly $200,000 for Hanover animal shelter; more …
From elsewhere: Spanberger taps Del. Candi Mundon King as Virginia’s next secretary of the commonwealth. Lazenby says making state sports hall of fame “a powerful honor.” VUU’s accrediting probation lifted, accreditation “reaffirmed.”
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News briefs: Abingdon dental clinic expansion receives $150,000 pledge; more …
Also: Youngkin announces state appointments.
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Headlines from across the state: Spanberger names Nick Donohue as transportation secretary; more …
From elsewhere: Special election set for Jan. 6 in House District 77 after Jones resigns. Michael Vick reflects on career as he enters College Football Hall of Fame. Natural Bridge Zoo files lawsuit over alleged civil rights violations by state officials.
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Headlines from across the state: Hampden-Sydney opens new shooting academy
From elsewhere: Mental evaluation of suspect in Vogler burning case complete. Search for missing Union High coach continues. Field set for Richmond-area special election for state Senate.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia Tech set to hire fired head coach Pry as defensive coordinator; more . . .
From elsewhere: NBA’s Mac McClung starts fund for suspected cancer cluster in Scott County. Halifax names high school auditorium after former legislator. Location of surveillance cameras in Hampton Roads revealed.
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News briefs: Manufacturer to expand Rocky Mount site, add 50 jobs; more …
Also: Dozens of layoffs hit Martinsville company ahead of Christmas.
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Headlines from across the state: Jones moves to salvage appeal after judge strikes down Virginia background-check law; more …
From elsewhere: Spanberger picks ex-Richmond FBI leader as public safety secretary. Input solicited as Mecklenburg County updates land-use rules. If snow arrives, plow painted by Halifax students ready to hit roads.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia joins Chesapeake Bay states, D.C. in new watershed agreement; more …
From elsewhere: Scott County picks next schools superintendent. Virginia DWR stocks Clemmons Lake with 300 pounds of trout for winter fishing. UVa interim leader says DOJ deal helps presidential search.
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American Farm Trust opens grant program for Virginia farmers; more …
Also: United Way receives disaster recovery grant.
