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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...

Grammy-nominated Jazz Vocalist to Perform Music of Judy Garland

Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Jane Monheit will pay tribute to the jazzier side of the legendary Judy Garland with “Hello Bluebird, Celebrating the Jazz of...

Justice Sells Wintergreen Resort to EPR Properties

James C. Justice Companies, Inc. announced it has sold the assets of Wintergreen Resort to EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR), a real estate investment trust (REIT). ...

To be Irish is a Blessing; To Be a Hibernian is an Honor

Roanoke City Mayor David Bowers recently installed the 2015 officers of the Father Lynch Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH).  The AOH...

Building A Heart: Inaugural Heart School Launches in Roanoke

The Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute kicks off its first heart school this month and the public is invited to learn more about heart...

New Coach Brings High Energy and Enthusiasm To Cave Spring Sideline

When the full-throttle offense and pressure defense of the Cave Spring High School basketball team goes into motion, it's a six-man energized rotation that...

Roanoke Pilot to Receive Medal for WWII Service

Ninety-two-year-old Roanoke resident Wesley Hillman will receive a long overdue honor on Friday.  He will be recognized as a recipient of the Congressional Gold...