Virginia is likely to lose 18,050 jobs this year, as the state's labor supply continues to shrink, even though the unemployment rate has stayed relatively steady.
- Jason Dunovant
The Franklin County Agriculture Fair kicked off on Wednesday with crowds braving the extreme temperatures to enjoy all the rides, games and music the event had to offer. The fair is being held at the Franklin County Recreation Park through Saturday. Each night has multiple music acts and eve…
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Supervisor Mike Meredith says his spoken resignation at an Aug. 18 board meeting was never followed up by a written notice, so he contends he remains in office.
- ALEXIA PARTOUCHE The Roanoke Times
The governor discussed the challenges facing Virginia cattle producers in Troutville before heading to Roanoke County for a tour of the new Career and Technology Center.
- DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch
The money was set aside for rural health in President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” after Republican members of Congress worried that cuts to Medicaid would hurt their constituents.
- LAURENCE HAMMACK The Roanoke Times
Kevin Michael Robinson is a former U.S. Marine with a prior record.
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For all the talk about quarterbacks, a pair of rebuilt defenses for Liberty and James Madison will try to steal the spotlight in the Battle of the Blue Ridge.
Three prominent faces in Liberty's quarterback battle have a case to be named the starter when the Flames take the field at James Madison in Week 1.
"I think Liberty's been really good for Conference USA, and Conference USA has been really good for Liberty," said athletic director Ian McCaw.
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Nelson County Public Schools hosts its 2nd Annual Special Olympics Feet Meet on Sept. 9, 2026, bringing students together to celebrate inclusion, teamwork and fun.
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Authorities identify 24-year-old firefighter Mason Fercovic-Ortegel as the victim in an Aug. 13, 2026, Lake Anna drowning in Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
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