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Spanberger, in Roanoke Valley stop, says Trump's beef import plan will hurt Virginia producers

Spanberger, in Roanoke Valley stop, says Trump's beef import plan will hurt Virginia producers

  • 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.

Virginia sets $122 million for rural healthcare

Virginia sets $122 million for rural healthcare

  • 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.

Franklin County man guilty of possessing AI-generated child porn

Franklin County man guilty of possessing AI-generated child porn

  • LAURENCE HAMMACK The Roanoke Times

Kevin Michael Robinson is a former U.S. Marine with a prior record.

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

  • Scott Rada

🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

Tony winner Jordan Roth breaks through in 'The Shards' | Streamed & Screened podcast

Tony winner Jordan Roth breaks through in 'The Shards' | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

Jordan Roth talks about getting the opportunity to act after years of Tony Award-winning work as a producer and creative director for hits such as “Hair,” “Kinky Boots” and “Hadestown.”

Franklin County leaders cleared of misconduct following residents' complaint

Franklin County leaders cleared of misconduct following residents' complaint

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

Three Franklin County officials have been officially cleared of any wrongdoing following an anonymous formal complaint filed last month.

Powers issues 9th District debate challenge, Rep. Griffith noncommittal

Powers issues 9th District debate challenge, Rep. Griffith noncommittal

  • ETHAN HUNT The Roanoke Times

Ninth District Democratic congressional candidate Joy Powers has challenged Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Salem, to three debates, but he said he has “not made a final decision.”  

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Political donors favoring constitutional changes

Political donors favoring constitutional changes

Political players are putting their money in favor of three amendments to the state Constitution, campaign finance data shows.

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for September 2

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for September 2

Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

Body of teen recovered from a Virginia reservoir

Body of teen recovered from a Virginia reservoir

The body of a teenger was recovered from the Rivanna Reservoir Monday morning. Authorities say he had gone out fishing the day before and never came home.

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for September 1

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for September 1

Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

Woman who carried gun into Va. high school 'honest from the beginning,' magistrate says

Woman who carried gun into Va. high school 'honest from the beginning,' magistrate says

The woman arrested for carrying a gun into Monticello High School says she disclosed her weapon to an SRO. She was arrested anyway.

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 31

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 31

Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 30

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 30

Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

In Moneta, officials mark final push for universal broadband

In Moneta, officials mark final push for universal broadband

Bedford County Supervisor Edgar Tuck’s family farm in Moneta, among the roughly 1,600 county addresses that will get high-speed internet through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, laid out the welcome mat Aug. 25 for a milestone announcement. 

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Funerals held in Iran for wedding party victims of US missile strikes

Funerals held in Iran for wedding party victims of US missile strikes

TSA Braces for Record 17M Travelers Labor Day

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Gloria Steinem, pioneering voice of the women's movement, dies at 92.

Gloria Steinem, pioneering voice of the women's movement, dies at 92.

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Judge denies potential Hokie Johnson in eligibility quest

Judge denies potential Hokie Johnson in eligibility quest

A judge denied 38 plaintiffs a request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction.

Cunningham’s versatility expected to factor into Virginia Tech’s offensive line rotation

Cunningham’s versatility expected to factor into Virginia Tech’s offensive line rotation

Hokies coach James Franklin announced that Cunningham, who spent the spring practices and training camp primarily working at right tackle, is expected to start at right guard in Saturday’s season opener against VMI.

DQ Smith’s addition a ‘tremendous opportunity’ for Virginia Tech football

DQ Smith’s addition a ‘tremendous opportunity’ for Virginia Tech football

The acclimatization process was underway to get safety DQ Smith, the newest member of the Virginia Tech football program, up to speed so he can contribute in the coming weeks.

Hokies' Franklin on addition of DQ Smith

Hokies' Franklin on addition of DQ Smith

Virginia Tech coach James Franklin discusses the process of adding safety DQ Smith to the roster as the team prepares for Saturday's season opener against VMI.

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Greene County Government Offices will close at 12 noon on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, for Labor Day, while essential county services remain on regular schedules.

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Greene County offices closing at noon Sept. 4, 2026

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Greene County Government Offices will close at 12 noon on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, for Labor Day holiday hours. Essential services will maintain regular schedules.

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Ncps Special Olympics Feet Meet celebrates inclusion

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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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Drowning at Lake Anna in Spotsylvania County identified
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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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Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Getting a movie made can cost a lot of money, so studios are apprehensive about greenlighting projects. Directors like Christopher Nolan get to skip to the front of the line.

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Religion once provided clearer boundaries for right and wrong. The hosts discuss whether secular culture can create equally effective paths toward responsibility and forgiveness.

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Tony winner Jordan Roth breaks through in 'The Shards' | Streamed & Screened podcast

Tony winner Jordan Roth breaks through in 'The Shards' | Streamed & Screened podcast

Jordan Roth talks about getting the opportunity to act after years of Tony Award-winning work as a producer and creative director for hits such as “Hair,” “Kinky Boots” and “Hadestown.”

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Questions to help level-up your life

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Questions to help level-up your life

When you know how to ask yourself the right questions, you immediately become empowered. This is not an easy thing to learn, but it is pretty simple. Here are a few questions to get you started.

How Dolly Parton's legacy lives on through food and cookware brands

How Dolly Parton's legacy lives on through food and cookware brands

Superstar Dolly Parton, who died on Aug. 25, may be best known for her music and movie talents. But she also cooked up an impressive food portfolio.

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Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

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