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DMV Announces New Motorcycle License Pilot Program
New Program Makes It Easier for Experienced Riders to Get License Endorsement with Training Program CompletionMay is Motorcycle Safety Month, and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is...
Virginia Tech Student Aims to Open Equine Center for The Deaf
It’s rare for someone to have a clear North Star on their path.It’s even rarer...
Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation / Virginia Preservation Announce 2024 Endangered Sites List
In recognition of National Preservation Month, the Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation (RVPF) has announced their...
Steven Bathiche: Inventor, Engineer, Hokie . . .
Since the turn of the millennium, Steven Bathiche ’97 has led the Microsoft Applied Sciences...
Youngkin Signs Budget Legislation – Praises Bipartisan Support
Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the Virginia state budget bills HB 6001 and HB 6002, bipartisan...
Virginia Cooperative Extension and 4-H Provide Resources to Local Communities During Pandemic
As the impact of the coronavirus spreads across the commonwealth, Virginia Cooperative Extension and Virginia 4-H are working to support families as a community...
Governor Issues Order Limiting Public Gatherings to 10 People
The state issued an order Tuesday that allows law enforcement to enforce a ban that prohibits more than 10 patrons in places such as...
65th Annual Vinton Dogwood Festival Canceled
Statement from the Vinton Dogwood Festival Committee regarding cancellation of the festival:The safety and wellbeing of the Blue Ridge Region is top priority of...
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority to Stop Accepting Waste At Transfer Stations
In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, and in order protect employees, customers, and the general public, the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority has announced...
Roman Appointed As New Roanoke Police Chief
After a Nation-wide search that resulted in panel interviews with five outstanding finalists, the City of Roanoke has appointed Samuel Roman, Jr. to join...
American Red Cross faces Severe Blood Shortage – Donors Needed Now
Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country due to coronavirus concerns, resulting in some 86,000 fewer blood donations.The American...