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Chase City revitalization efforts will see historic school and theater transformed
Town officials are hoping that renovations of the Robert E. Lee Elementary School and the Mecca Theatre will catalyze more redevelopment.
Politics
AI bills faced a logjam in the General Assembly due to a Trump executive order, but Congress is working to fill the gap
The chairman of the committee that hears most technology-related legislation in the House of Delegates said it was important to protect federal broadband funds, which Trump threatened if states make “onerous AI laws.”
Local
Danville to consider data center tax increase, development guidelines
The planning commission unanimously recommended approval of new language in the city’s development code in April.
Culture
At nearly 50 years old, the Danville Model Railroad Club is more than just chugging along
Many in Danville don’t know about the club. That’s why it’s working to attract new members and increase its presence in the city.
eCONOMY
Lynchburg transit company takes stock as driver shortages, inflation and budget uncertainties persist
A temporary stop of Sunday transit service takes effect this weekend. More service cuts are being considered.
OPinion
Former Hollins president: Why we should listen before we speak
Listening is particularly hard in a time when we are overloaded with information and misinformation, and opinions are deeply and rigidly entrenched.
Health Care
The Pulse: Primary care practice set to open in Martinsville, maternal health grants awarded, Virginia Tech gets research funding
Catch up on the week’s health news.
news briefs
Headlines from across the state: Spanberger weighs legislation to allow class action lawsuits in Virginia courts; more …
From elsewhere: Thousands of Virginians will regain the right to vote next month. Dominion solar credit rate to decline. Virginia sports betting topped $672 million during March.
Sports
‘Martinsville Missile’ sets a new land speed record for a stock car
With a Henry County driver behind the wheel, the car designed and built in Martinsville broke the record of 244.9 mph with a top speed of 253 mph.
WEATHER
Drops in the bucket: Showers dampen dry soil, but soaking drought relief remains elusive
Southwest and Southside Virginia need nearly a foot of rain in a month to end drought, but more moderate rain spread out over a few months would be preferable.
Cardinal 250
Who declared for independence first — North Carolina, or this Virginia county?
Cumberland County claims the honor by one day over Charlotte County, and says its resolution was more definitive than an earlier one from North Carolina.
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