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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...

VTC School of Medicine Uses Nontraditional Interview Process for Admissions

It’s a little before 8 a.m. on a Saturday, and there is tension in the air.  Forty-four men and women in dark suits mingle...

Southeast Activist, Others Throw Hats in The Ring For City Council

Roanoke City Council certainly has known Duane Howard over the years – the southeast city resident has often spoken at public meetings, criticizing a...

Services To Elderly Receive Big Boost From Foundation for Roanoke Valley

Nonprofit organizations that provide services to the elderly received over $250,000 in grants awarded by Foundation for Roanoke Valley.  As part of the Foundation’s...

VA Deer, Bear, Turkey Harvest Data Announced

The Virginia deer and turkey harvests reflected an increase from last year and the black bear harvest was the second highest ever recorded in...

New Roanoke City Landscape Architect First Beautified VA Tech

Virginia Tech is well known for its beautiful campus. For many, the collegiate gothic architecture and Hokie Stone facades are reminders of the university’s...

Recovery is a Work of Art in New 2nd Helpings Gallery Show

On March 16th participants in the Rescue Mission Recovery Program will be the Featured Artists at a special reception to display their pottery at...