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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...

Black Dog Salvage Chosen to Expand Woodcraft Upcycling Program

Woodcraft Supply, LLC, one of the nation’s oldest and largest suppliers of quality woodworking tools, supplies, and plans, has entered into a partnership with...

The Texas Tavern: Endurance Counts

This past weekend the venerable Texas Tavern celebrated its 85th anniversary. I don’t think any other local eating establishment can match that for continuous...

Appalachian Power Prepares For Anticipated Cold Temperatures

Appalachian Power is encouraging its customers to prepare for colder temperatures and extreme wind chills expected this week across much of Virginia, West Virginia...

Governor Declares State of Emergency for Winter Storm Response

Governorr Terry McAuliffe declared a state of emergency today, an action that authorizes state agencies to assist local governments in responding to the winter...

Virginia Lawmakers Fight EPA Over State Power

The specter of increased electricity costs and loss of state sovereignty is fueling a battle over energy policy at the Virginia General Assembly. State...

VA Asks Oil Companies to Stop Offering Synthetic Drugs at Gas Stations

Attorney General Mark Herring has joined a bipartisan group of attorneys general asking nine major oil companies to collaborate with their franchisees to help eliminate synthetic...
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