The key to drawing such a map is where the Roanoke Valley would wind up.
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Posted inPolitics
Rasoul to explore run for Congress as Virginia eyes redrawing district lines
The Democratic legislator from Roanoke said his decision would hinge on what new districts look like.
Posted inLocal
For third time, Rocky Mount wants General Assembly to allow term limits for town council. An attorney general’s opinion says that’s unconstitutional.
A public hearing on the new charter, which includes the proposed term limits, will take place during a town council meeting on Monday.
Posted inOpinion
Roanoke housing authority official: When budgets shrink, we hold onto joy
Public servants who keep housing systems running deserve to be seen, especially when the future is uncertain.
Posted inLocal
Thursday Salem City Council: legislative agenda, breakdown of the city’s votes from the Nov. 4 election
Both Salem and Roanoke listed support for expansions at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport as a priority on their legislative agendas.
Posted inSports
VHSL football 2025: Glenvar and Rye Cove advance to state finals
Union’s undefeated season ends when Glenvar stops 2-point conversion as game ends. Liberty Christian, Jefferson Forest and Magna Vista also fall short. Here’s the full list of VHSL finalists across Virginia.
Posted inOpinion
Don Huffman, whose leadership set the stage for rise of Republican Party in Virginia, dies at 98
Huffman was the longest-serving Republican state party chair ever in Virginia. The party’s annual post-election meeting, which he founded, is named in his honor.
Posted inHealthcare
State officials investigate dead vultures in Rocky Mount for suspected avian flu
The discovery follows confirmation of the virus in wild birds in at least nine other localities in Virginia.
Posted inLocal
Roanoke to include casino project on wish list for General Assembly, despite lack of support from local legislators
Some city officials say that the casino and entertainment district is one of Roanoke’s most important priorities.
Posted inLocal
Agenda Salem: City council to consider appropriation of about $2 million to schools for capital improvements
The funds up for appropriation come from the school division’s FY25 fund balance.
