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Cave Spring Middle School Student Wins 2026 Roanoke County Spelling Bee in Historic Fashion

When it comes to making spelling bee history at Roanoke County Public Schools, Cave Spring Middle School 6th grader, Ashvin Pinnamaraju, and William Byrd Middle School 8th grader, Rory...

Defying Court Order, Delegates Rasoul, Franklin Vote for “Most Aggressive Gerrymander of any other State”

On Tuesday, February 10, freshman Del. Lily Franklin (D-Montgomery Co.) and Del. Salam "Sam" Rasoul...

Virginia Democrats Push “Most Aggressive Gerrymander Of Any Other State”

In what Cardinal News columnist Dwayne Yancey labels "sheer ugliness," Virginia Democrats on Feb. 5...

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...

Sen. Head Issues Statement Supporting VMI’s Independence

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

VT Engineers / Carilion Physician Upgrade Support Device Into Makeshift Ventilator

As more Americans contract COVID-19, medical resources nationwide are stretched thin. Though hospitals must adhere to strict regulations concerning medical devices, in a dire...

Facing Economic Turmoil, Virginia Businesses Ask Lawmakers to Approve Delay in Costly Mandates

As the General Assembly prepares to reconvene in session next Wednesday, a group of 29 Virginia business organizations called the Coalition for a Strong...

Having Tooth Pain During Covid-19? Here’s When to Call Your Dentist

One of the many consequences of the coronavirus pandemic involves the limitations imposed on dental work. The American Dental Association (ADA), realizing that close proximity...

Jails Across State Release Prisoners Under Order of Governor 

Governor Ralph Northam has issued an order to release criminal offenders from local and regional jails in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We are facing...

DGIF Reminds Residents That Spring Brings Increased Bear Activity

Springtime provides exciting opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing. As the winter months leave and spring approaches both people and wild animals are...

Catawba Sustainability Center Gives Beginning Farmers Room to Grow

Livestock haven’t grazed at the Catawba Sustainability Center in more than 20 years. Now, though, a herd of Angus cattle is pastured on the 377-acre center...