From elsewhere: Dominion Energy proposes massive solar projects to meet renewable energy goals. House Republicans say George Mason president broke law, lied to Congress. Former Newport News teacher shot by 6-year-old student wins $10 million jury verdict.
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: Virginia startups face tough odds; more …
From elsewhere: Amazon opens Virginia Beach fulfillment center. New York City’s newest first lady is a VCU grad. Spanberger’s unlikely journey from the CIA to Virginia’s first female governor.
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Headlines from across the state: September Virginia sports wagering hit year’s highest level at $737 million; more …
From elsewhere: Danville-based God’s Pit Crew responds to Hurricane Melissa, delivering urgent aid to Jamaica. “Shenandoah” documentary captures park’s most elusive animals, honors late director’s work. New movie to start filming in Virginia this fall.
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Central Virginia Community College launches first semester at offsite location in Appomattox; more . . .
News briefs: Department of Wildlife Resources launches art competition. Mountain Gateway Community College Educational Foundation names new executive director.
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Headlines from across the state: Civil rights groups accuse Virginia officials of illegally blocking campus voters; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia Supreme Court hears appeal to lift suspension of Youngkin appointees from college boards. Virginia State University receives record-high $50 million donation from MacKenzie Scott. State police superintendent predicts “lean year” for Virginia’s largest law enforcement agency.
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Headlines from across the state: Candidates make final appeals; more . . .
From elsewhere: Southwest Virginia Community College ends athletics program. Portsmouth casino workers unionize. Centra Health to drop Humana Medicare Advantage plans.
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Headlines from across the state: Warner rips Trump administration for excluding Democrats from national security briefing; more . . .
From elsewhere: Earle-Sears’ campaign bus catches fire but no one hurt. ICE says reports of worms in food at Farmville detention center “completely false.”
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Headlines from across the state: Lawsuit against Washington County sheriff over ‘catfishing cop’ scheduled for trial in 2026; more . . .
From elsewhere: Detention center in Farmville faces new allegations of worm-infested food. Child care fund launches in Halifax County. Christiansburg subdivision proposal get pushback.
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Headlines from across the state: Virginia budget surplus to fund SNAP benefits during shutdown; more . . .
From elsewhere: University of Virginia defends “truce” with Department of Justice while Democratic legislators have doubts. Indiana Pacers sign Mac McClung. Danville sees drop in fatal overdoses.
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Roanoke County to host community meeting in Glenvar; more . .
News briefs: Patrick County has grant money available for tourism. Community Foundation of the New River Valley now taking scholarship applications. VCEDA awards grant to special events venue in Tazewell County.
