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Reps. Griffith and Cline Support Photo ID to Vote, But Senators Warner and Kaine Still Oppose

In recent years, the interrelated issues of election integrity, proof of US citizenship, and photo ID to vote have become raging topics. The topic has become so mainstream that pop...

Cave Spring Middle School Student Wins 2026 Roanoke County Spelling Bee in Historic Fashion

When it comes to making spelling bee history at Roanoke County Public Schools, Cave Spring...

Defying Court Order, Delegates Rasoul, Franklin Vote for “Most Aggressive Gerrymander of any other State”

On Tuesday, February 10, freshman Del. Lily Franklin (D-Montgomery Co.) and Del. Salam "Sam" Rasoul...

Virginia Democrats Push “Most Aggressive Gerrymander Of Any Other State”

In what Cardinal News columnist Dwayne Yancey labels "sheer ugliness," Virginia Democrats on Feb. 5...

Gov. Spanberger Bans State Police/Agencies From Cooperating With Federal Immigration Law Enforcement

On February 4, Democrat Governor Abigail Spanberger marked yet another sharp break from the administration...

Native New Yorker Finds His Niche and Calling as a Plumber in Roanoke

Ralph Vazquez is something of a contradiction. He’s a native of fast-paced New York City who found himself in the slow lane in southwest...

Futsal Fever Hits Green Ridge Recreation Center

It’s a clear case of “if you build it they will come” when it comes to Roanoke County and the Valley Association Football...

Roanokers Rally to Assist Earthquake Victims in Haiti

Americans have been inundated with news on the massive earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12 and not only is the disaster clearly...

“The Music Place” – Radio For The Discerning Audio Palate in Roanoke

Since October local radio station WVMP- FM 101.5 has been airing the kind of music that, in the words of the station’s market...

“Common Sense” Wants to Build Coalitions in Roanoke County

A new grass roots group wants to bring together Roanoke County residents, elected representatives and administration personnel on key issues facing the county,...

Elswick Prepares to Serve as Vice Chairman

New Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Vice-Chairman Ed Elswick does not expect an easy time serving on the board.  He expects there to...