New state report finds that local health departments are underfunded, and salaries are not competitive. Ten health districts have no permanent leadership, including three in Southwest
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Rep. Morgan Griffith faces challenger Taysha DeVaughan in the 9th District
Taysha DeVaughan, a Democrat from Wise County, takes on Rep. Morgan Griffith, who last time ran unopposed.
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Lewis faces Rep. Cline in the 6th District for the second time
She ran against him in 2018. Now she’s trying again in a district that’s been made even more Republican.
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Danville is largest city in Virginia without a woman on council. Two candidates aim to change that.
Two women challenge four male incumbents in Danville City Council election.
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5th District candidates Good and Throneburg spar in Farmville
GOP congressman paints picture of doom and gloom while Democratic challenger delivers a more hopeful message.
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Youngkin wants every high school student to graduate with a credential or associate degree
Speaking as part of Cardinal News Speaker Series in Bristol, the governor said he planned to announce more about the proposal in December.
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FEMA denies financial help to Buchanan County property owners after July flood
The denial comes a year after the federal agency rejected a similar request from Hurley for a different flood.
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State aid for Hurley flood victims to arrive ‘well before Christmas,’ governor announces
FEMA rejected requests for aid for victims of the August 2021 flood in Buchanan County, prompting the state to step in.
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Lynchburg gears up for highly contested council election
Republicans are hoping to win back the majority on the city council on Nov. 8.
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Roanoke council election tests voter feelings on Democratic leadership
No Republican has won a council seat in the Star City since 2000. Democrats are saying stay the course, but Republicans (and some independents) are making the case for change.