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Sen. Head Issues Statement Supporting VMI’s Independence

The Roanoke Star reached out to two Roanoke-area members of the General Assembly, representing both political parties, for their comments on the possibility of the venerable Virginia Military Institute...

War Department Wades Into VMI Controversy

The controversy surrounding the governance of the fabled Virginia Military Institute (VMI) ratcheted up a...

Laura Carini Confirmed as Roanoke City Attorney

Following an extensive national search, the City of Roanoke has appointed Laura M. Carini to...

VA Tech Earns National Recognition for Community Engagement

Virginia Tech has been awarded the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national...

Roanoke Valley Greenway Coordinator Finds New Home at Regional Commission

The Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission and the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission are pleased to announce that...

Considering the Alternatives: When a Nursing Home is Your Last Resort

The decision about whether to place an ailing parent in a nursing home is always difficult and emotional. Many family members who’ve been acting...

Here They Come Again, Make Way for Brood X!

As it warms up and people venture outside to enjoy the springtime weather, they may hear a familiar sound: a droning whine, at times...

Breeze Airways Picks Virginia for Hub

Breeze Airways, a new U.S.- based airline providing low-cost, nonstop service to mid-size markets, will invest $5.2 million to establish an operations center in...

Housing Inventory Increases in Virginia, Creating More Options for Home Buyers 

Supply of available homes sees gains as COVID-19 restrictions are eased  According to the April 2021 Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS®, the commonwealth...

Vehicular Heatstroke Dangers Increase as Temperatures Rise

DMV urges parents, caregivers, pet owners to “look before you lock” In 2020, 24 children in the United States died as a result of being...

Appalachian Power Issues New Request For Competitive Renewable Energy Projects

Proposals center on power purchase agreements and renewable energy certificates   Appalachian Power has issued two requests for proposals (RFPs) to help the company comply with...