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Statistics Prove: “Yes” Vote Is Pushing The Most Gerrymandered Map In USA

With the final day of voting, April 21, approaching, more Virginians are paying attention to the current election. Many are puzzled or even enraged by some of the following...

Roanoke Animal Cancer Care and Research Center Helps Cat Reach Remission

Cynthia Sutton drives 3 ½ hours every three weeks from Big Stone Gap to Roanoke...

RCPS and Carilion Clinic Announce Long-Term Partnership

Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) and Carilion Clinic are proud to announce a long-term partnership...

Roanoke City School Board Approves Staffing Reductions to Address Structural Funding Gap

At its March 24 meeting, the Roanoke City School Board approved a plan to address...

Youngkin Blasts Spanberger For “Blatant Lie” On Gerrymander “Yes” Vote

Former Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), usually known for his mild-mannered demeanor, broke with decorum and...

Roanoke City to Refund Parking Citations Issued in Error

On June 15, 2020, the City of Roanoke Auditing Report concerning On-Street Parking found a potential issue in which parking citations were issued in...

VA Tech Researcher Looks to Instill Pride and Hope for Rural Schoolchildren

Negative depictions of life in rural America can shake the confidence of promising young people. From criticisms about how they talk to how they...

Med School Moms Find Support in Each Other, Families, and School Community

Nerves are common on the first day of medical school. Will the curriculum be as tough as expected? What will my classmates be like?...

Norfolk Southern Railway to Expand Passenger Rail to Southwest Virginia

The State of Virginia and the Norfolk Southern Railway have reached and agreement to extend passenger rail service to the New River Valley for...

Clean Valley Council and Apple Ridge To Host “Get Outside!” Event for Children

The Clean Valley Council will be hosting a Get Outside program for children ages 8-16 on May 15th at Apple Ridge Farm in Copper...

 Blue Ridge Parkway Announces 2021 Pavement Preservation Work In Virginia

Visitors can expect short term closures at Virginia overlooks and picnic areas  The National Park Service has announced that over 80 overlooks and parking areas...