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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 of her predecessor, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), by calling for state agencies to stop...

Sen. Head Issues Statement Supporting VMI’s Independence

The Roanoke Star reached out to two Roanoke-area members of the General Assembly, representing both...

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...

NWS Announces Winter Storm Watch for Roanoke

The National Weather Service has announced the City of Roanoke is under a Winter Storm Watch, which is in effect from late Wednesday night...

AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Southwest Virginia

The American Pickers are returning to Virginia. They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout our area in April...

Virginia Prisoners Criticize VADOC Rollout, Coronavirus Response

More than 11,800 prisoners and 4,700 employees have received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, Virginia Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security...

Spring Fire Season Begins Monday February 15th: 4 PM Law Goes Into Effect

In Virginia, spring brings increased wildfire potential and a greater threat for escaped fires. Virginia’s spring wildland fire season and accompanying 4 PM Burning Law officially...

Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center To Host Inaugural Bike Event

Roanokers are invited to join Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center (BRAAC) for their Inaugural Virtual Cycle Challenge. BIKE for AUTISM to take place...

Roanoke City Launches Crystal Spring EBranch

The City of Roanoke held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Crystal Spring EBranch. Located at 229 Crystal Spring Ave., the EBranch is Roanoke's...
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