From elsewhere: Their tiny Grayson County church is on the cover of JD Vance’s new book; they don’t know him. Presidents’ heads may once again find new life. AI local news network shuts down after plagiarism found.
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 higher education takes hit from drop in foreign students; more …
From elsewhere: ICE made nearly 9,000 arrests in Virginia in 2025; it’s on pace to beat that this year. An inside look at CarMax Park, Richmond’s ballpark rich with amenities. Groups file legal challenge on Southgate pipeline.
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Headlines from across the state: Amazon’s HQ2 hiring stalled in 2025; more …
From elsewhere: Lawsuit against state trooper in Salem hospital incident moves forward. Budget woes complicate residents’ push for new dog park in Franklin County. Speed cameras around three Virginia Beach school zones begin issuing fines.
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Headlines from across the state: Signs at 2 Richmond sites flagged as part of Trump order to ‘focus on the greatness’ in U.S. history; more …
From elsewhere: Planned Parenthood presses Virginia to restore state funding for contraception program. Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL and school board alleging discrimination against homeschool students. Martinsville to scrap purchasing cards after scrutiny of $1.4 million in spending.
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Headlines from across the state: Spanberger order, RNC lawsuit highlight divide over Virginia voter roll maintenance; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia congressmen debate Trump’s plan to make D.C. “safe and beautiful.” Nearly all students at Virginia’s largest cyber school are passing, but SOL scores are among the lowest in the state. Ken Clay, Lynchburg native who pitched on Yankees’ world championship teams in 1977-78, dies at age 71.
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Headlines from across the state: Bill aims to reinforce ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone ban in Virginia schools; more …
From elsewhere: Coal operator files for bankruptcy; owes millions to localities in Virginia, Kentucky. Martinsville removes gunshot detection system after grant ends. New details emerge in Hampton Roads heath care fraud investigation.
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Headlines from across the state: Jones joins multistate lawsuit over EPA’s repeal of landmark car emissions determination; more …
From elsewhere: Bedford board formally opposes state-mandated collective bargaining. Search warrant documents identify more than $120,000 in online purchases by Mecklenburg school administrators. UVa calls off yet another search for new provost.
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Headlines from across the state: Spanberger creates new cabinet position, appoints SELC’s Josephus Allmond chief energy officer; more …
From elsewhere: Spanberger orders no late purge of voter rolls. John Luke, former CEO of MeadWestvaco, dies at 77. VCU proposes raising tuition by up to 5% next year.
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Sites in Bedford County, Lynchburg and Roanoke added to Landmarks Register
In all, seven new sites across Virginia were added to the register.
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Headlines from across the state: Dominion produces first power from Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project; more …
From elsewhere: Barboursville Vineyards sells to private investors. On 16th anniversary of Affordable Care Act, Virginia’s federal lawmakers and health leaders weigh risks. Taking inspiration from Buddhist brothers, Louisa monks plan their own Walk for Peace.
