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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...
Northam Holds 7-Percentage Point Lead Over Gillespie
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ralph Northam holds a 7-percentage point lead (43%-36%) over Republican Ed Gillespie in the Virginia gubernatorial contest. Still, about half of...
Virginians Warned To Be On Lookout for Purebred Puppy Scams
When looking for a purebred puppy to add to their family, many consumers start their search on the internet, and that is exactly what...
Donations to VA Tech Rise To $162 Million in Second Straight Year of Record Giving
Tens of thousands of generous donors combined to make $162.28 million in new gifts and commitments to Virginia Tech this past fiscal year –...
“Good Neighbor” Agreement Enables VDOF and USFS to Work Together
The USDA Forest Service and the Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) have signed a Good Neighbor Authority master agreement that provides a framework for...
New City Manager Takes The Reins
After a search process that began in early spring, the replacement for City Manager Chris Morrill has been selected and goes to work in...
Roanoke Selected for U.S. Navy Band Tour
On Aug. 16, America's Navy is coming to Roanoke: one of five cities to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during...