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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...

Spanberger, Freitas Race Outspends Presidential Campaign in Virginia 

A closely contested congressional race has spent almost $1.7 million more on political advertisements in Virginia than the presidential campaign. More than $11 million has...

Parkway Section Between Explore Park and Route 220 Reopens After Repairs

National Park Service officials have announced that a small section of the Blue Ridge Parkway near Roanoke is open after temporary repairs were completed...

More Than $8 Million Provided to Community for COVID-19 Recovery

The City of Roanoke continues in its efforts to provide financial support for the Community and its COVID-19 recovery.  Based upon an extensive community-led...

Roanoke County Public Schools On-Time Graduation Rate Holds Steady at 94.9%

Graduation rate among the highest in the region and state The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released the annual On-Time Graduation Rate statistics for...

Emergency Rooms See Large Increase in Opioid Overdose Patients

The pandemic could be driving an increase in opioid overdoses, according to recently published data and insights from people who work in a local...

Tree Expert: Fall Color Looks Promising for Leaf Watchers in Virginia

All signs are pointing to a vibrant season of autumn color this year, thanks to steady rainfall this summer and early fall, according to...
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