Lawmakers Pass Bill Allowing Digital News Sites to Post Public Notices
Lawmakers passed bills during the 2024 General Assembly session that impact the press, including online public notices, FOIA costs and government transparency.
The session was more promising for the press than some past sessions, according to Mechelle Hankerson, president of the Society of Professional Journalists Virginia Pro Chapter. More politicians...
Roanoker Sings With U.S. Navy Band “Sea Chanters” During 2024 National Tour
Chief Musician Jennifer Stothoff, from Roanoke, Va., sings with the U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus during their performance at First Presbyterian Church of...
Carilion Announces Launch of Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
Carilion Clinic’s new Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program received formal approval in January from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. The program’s first class...
MELINDA MYERS: 2024 Winning Flowers for Your Garden and Containers
Make some room in your garden or containers for the new All-America Selections 2024 National award-winning plants. These winning varieties are tested in trial...
VMI Eschews Standards of Excellence, De-values Diploma
The following was posted on March 22 on starrs.us and is shared here by permission.
As an alumnus living in Florida, I have a dearth...
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Hummingbirds Are on The Way!
It's the most wonderful time of the year, no not Christmas, it's the hummingbird migration!
The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center advises that the hummingbird migration is underway and that they'll be coming to feeders in our area very soon.
These amazing birds will expend an extraordinary amount of time and energy to get here. Some will...
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VA Tech Study Considers Ways to Increase Accessibility for All Wildlife Enthusiasts
One in three birders experiences accessibility challenges to participation in birding, according to Virginia Tech researchers Emily Sinkular and Ashley Dayer.
“I like to think of our research as blending together two previously unconnected fields: disability studies and wildlife recreation,” said Sinkular, a Ph.D. student and lead author of the study published March 26 in...
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Kickstart Your Fitness Journey: 7 Essential Muscle Building Tips for Beginners
Building muscle is an exciting goal, but for beginners, the fitness world can be daunting. To help you navigate this new journey and set a strong foundation, we've compiled seven essential tips to guide you toward success. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, these tips will provide you with...