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Virginia Tech hires Florida Atlantic's White as new AD

Virginia Tech hires Florida Atlantic's White as new AD

  • Mark Berman

White, who once hired Dusty May as FAU men's basketball coach, has been at the Boca Raton school since 2018.

Update: General Assembly approves budget deal

Update: General Assembly approves budget deal

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

After months of impasse, and firm lines drawn in sand, a much-delayed state budget agreement sailed through the General Assembly with a compromise on data center taxation suggested months ago by Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

UN chief calls on AI firms to come clean on environmental costs

UN chief calls on AI firms to come clean on environmental costs

  • By Susanna Twidale Reuters

Data centers to power AI could use more power than all but five countries by 2030, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres said.

Juneteenth at Booker T. Washington National Monument 'brings it to life'

Juneteenth at Booker T. Washington National Monument 'brings it to life'

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

A three-day Juneteenth celebration kicked off by focusing on the park's history as a plantation and the moments that led to the eventual freedom of its namesake. 

Special prosecutor declines charges against former Patrick County administrator

Special prosecutor declines charges against former Patrick County administrator

  • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

A special prosecutor has decided not to pursue criminal charges against former Patrick County Administrator Beth Simms after investigating allegations of improper voting and inaccurate voter registration information.

Drought conditions mean it's time to cut back water use, Spanberger says

Drought conditions mean it's time to cut back water use, Spanberger says

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

It’s time for Virginians to cut back on how often they water lawns or wash their cars, as the state faces its worst drought since 1941, Gov. Abigail Spanberger said.

Unemployment rates drop in Southside Virginia, Franklin County

Unemployment rates drop in Southside Virginia, Franklin County

  • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

Unemployment rates decreased in Southside Virginia and the Martinsville-Henry County area in April, with the Martinsville Micropolitan Statistical Area dropping to 5% from 5.4%.

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Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 5 opponent Pitt

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Campers start their paddleboarding journey on Smith Mountain Lake

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Sen. Stuart talks about budget negotiations

Sen. Stuart talks about budget negotiations

Sen. Richard Stuart discusses the budget bill, House Bill 30, on the floor of the Senate on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Sen. Lucas introduces the budget conference report

Sen. Lucas introduces the budget conference report

Sen. Louise Lucas discusses the budget bill, House Bill 30, on the floor of the Senate on Monday, June 22, 2026.

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Photos: General Assembly budget session on June 22, 2026

Photos: General Assembly budget session on June 22, 2026

6 things to know about the deadly May 29 Stafford bus crash

6 things to know about the deadly May 29 Stafford bus crash

Scrutiny is mounting on E&P Travel as investigators release more information about the fatal Stafford County wreck.

James Fayette helped win a war before he won his freedom

James Fayette helped win a war before he won his freedom

Did you know one of the most crucial spies of the American Revolution was an enslaved man who outsmarted a British general?

How Richmond became Virginia’s capital

How Richmond became Virginia’s capital

Virginia’s capital wasn’t always Richmond. A British threat helped prompt the move from Williamsburg in 1779.

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Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 5 opponent Pitt

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 5 opponent Pitt

The Panthers want to build on the recent success this season when they open with four straight home games and play seven times at Acrisure Stadium. 

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 6 opponent Cal

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 6 opponent Cal

Cal's third season in the ACC will feature a nine-game conference schedule. The Golden Bears alternate nonconference and league opponents to open the campaign.

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 4 opponent BC

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 4 opponent BC

Three of last season’s losses were by one score (Michigan State, California and Georgia Tech), and a win at Syracuse to close the campaign provided some semblance of momentum for the offseason. 

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 3 opponent, Maryland

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 3 opponent, Maryland

Maryland opens the season at home against Hampton, plays at UConn and then closes the nonconference portion of the schedule by welcoming Virginia Tech to SECU Stadium.

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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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Parks and recreation earns VACo award for 2025 flag football tournament
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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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From festival dogs to adventure cats, here are some summer pet safety tips

From festival dogs to adventure cats, here are some summer pet safety tips

As summer festivals, graduation parties and outdoor events fill local calendars, experts encourage pet owners to consider whether their furry friends are enjoying the experience as much as they are.

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