President Donald Trump's approval rating remained steady near the lowest levels of his political career, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, as the country anticipates continued high gas prices
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President Donald Trump has openly trashed the NBA as a bastion of player activism with overt liberal politics that could “destroy” the game of basketball.
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One month before America’s 250th birthday, events and celebrations commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence are as fragmented as the nation’s politics and culture in 2026.
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In an internal communication provided in the leak, the group’s leader, Thomas Rousseau, urges members to get more involved, stay fit and continue their incessant campaign of white supremacist propaganda.
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There isn’t a “Hamilton” lurking in this year’s Tony Award nominations, but there are plenty of shows that reward pop culture knowledge.
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The Eagles held a slim lead through five innings before the Jaguars found their offense
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Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors on Tuesday unanimously approved the creation of Hokie Ventures, a nonprofit company affiliated with the university that will strategically work to increase athletic department revenue.
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FREDERICKSBURG — The Virginia State Police investigators are looking for witnesses to help in their investigation of the fatal bus crash on Interstate 95 in Stafford County on Friday.
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The Tech women will host the Lady Vols, while the Tech men will host Ole Miss. The UVa men will host Kentucky.
Virginia Tech increased the guarantee its paying Maryland for the teams’ 2029 game in Blacksburg from $500,000 to $600,000. The increase in the guarantee to Maryland was the only change in payment in the four-game series that was shortened to two games.
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Liberty's season came to a close behind a fiery comeback by No. 3 Georgia in the NCAA Athens Regional championship despite a gem from Cooper Harrington.
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Orange County clarifies its summer child care program remains open, with low enrollment prompting consolidation from OES and LES to Locust Grove and Gordon-Barbour.
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Orange County Parks & Recreation earned a VACo Achievement Award for its 2025 Elementary School Flag Football Tournament, hosted with the high school football team.
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North Main Street eastbound lanes will close for a waterline replacement project starting May 18, with one lane open each way and motorists advised to expect delays.
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Westbound lanes on Route 40/Franklin Street near the Tractor Supply development will close May 14, with traffic shifted eastbound between CVS and Schewels Home Store.
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