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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...

Virginia’s Median Home Sales Price Jumps Nearly 10% 

Strong demand, limited inventory, and low mortgage rates drive price growth   According to the March 2021 Home Sales Report released by Virginia REALTORS,...

FOIA Bill to Allows Some Access to Criminal Investigation Records

A bill allowing the public access to limited criminal investigation records will go into effect in July, along with a handful of other bills...

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Highlights Outdoor Adventures for Spring

Spring Outdoor Adventures in Virginia's Blue Ridge ?Spring is the time to get outside and there are more than a few options for outdoor adventure...

VA Western Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program Hosts First Culinary Arts Salon

Virginia Western Community College’s Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program recently hosted its first Culinary Arts Salon with funding support from the Virginia Western Education...

Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke Receives First Baby Black Bear of 2021

On April 16th, 2021 the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke received the state of Virginia's FIRST baby American black bear of 2021. The baby...

Virginia Senate Rejects Gun Control Bill Amendments

The Virginia Senate rejected the governor’s amendments to a bill that restricts the gun rights of anyone convicted for assault and battery of a...