From elsewhere: Roanoke to discuss new parking strategies. Marion tent encampment ends. Town of Dillwyn looks to address derelict buildings.
News Briefs
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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: Roanoke’s Caldwell named special prosecutor in Jay Jones speeding sentence case; more . . .
From elsewhere: Food aid worries prompt Halifax agency to issue plea for donations. Fiber is coming to Patrick County. Citing growth, Danville hires two assistant city managers.
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Headlines from across the state: General Assembly to hold special session for possible redistricting push
From elsewhere: Youngkin declares state of emergency over SNAP benefits. Newly named special prosecutor in Jones case steps down. Roanoke County names new superintendent.
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Headlines from across the state: Special prosecutor appointed in investigation into Jay Jones reckless driving sentencing; more . . .
From elsewhere: Roanoke vice mayor opposes casino. University of Virginia and DOJ broker deal. Marion clears out homeless encampment.
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Virginia has a new state park: Hayfields, in Highland County; more . . .
Two projects in Southwest Virginia get abandoned mine funding, VCEDA Seed Capital Grant awarded to Russell County business, Smith Mountain art show winners announced.
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Headlines from across the state: $270 million awarded to fix bad curve on I-81 near Buchanan; more . . .
From elsewhere: Commonwealth’s attorney candidate in Lynchburg sues because he’s listed on ballot as “Christopher” rather than “Chris.” JMU suspends fan who heckled Earle-Sears. White House near settlement with University of Virginia.
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Headlines from across the state: Black vultures in Washington County may be dying from avian flu
From elsewhere: Merck to add 500 jobs in Rockingham County. Halifax County to hear presentation on battery storage. Trump says he wants to see Earle-Sears win.
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Headlines from across the state: Danville burning attack suspect to get psychological evaluation; more . .
From elsewhere: “No Kings” protests held across Virginia. Logan Thomas’ stepsons play in Brookville game despite VHSL ruling. Galax cancels football season.
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Headlines from across the state: Family of Logan Thomas sues VHSL over eligibility dispute; more …
From elsewhere: Alert system could prevent Amish buggy collisions. Bedford County School leaders and supervisors feuding over funding and redistricting. Bay scallops in Virginia were extinct. Now, they’re “multiplying exponentially.”
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Kendig Awards honor muralist, museum supporter, cultural endowment; more …
Also: Roanoke hosts public workshop on parking study.
