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Virginia's next budget is now law, as General Assembly approves final changes

Virginia's next budget is now law, as General Assembly approves final changes

  • DAVE RESS and MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Menhaden, the fish that has been the focus of years of political squabbling, got a starring role as the General Assembly took its last, largely technical steps to give Virginia a new, if much-delayed, state budget.

New Va. open carry law delayed for 1 year due to 'unintended consequences'

New Va. open carry law delayed for 1 year due to 'unintended consequences'

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

By restricting the prohibition on open carry to “fixed” magazine weapons, the bill legalizes the open carry of guns equipped with large-capacity detachable magazines.

Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify

Death toll in Venezuela quake tops 1,400 as rescue efforts intensify

  • Vivian Sequera Reuters

Officials said more than 1,600 foreign rescuers arrived, including from the U.S., and additional teams were on the way.

On immigration, Supreme Court accedes to Trump's restrictive agenda

On immigration, Supreme Court accedes to Trump's restrictive agenda

  • Andrew Chung Reuters

In case after case, the Supreme Court has green-lighted Trump's policies targeting both legal and illegal immigration, with few exceptions.

Rescuers comb Venezuelan quake rubble, thousands reported missing

Rescuers comb Venezuelan quake rubble, thousands reported missing

  • Vivian Sequera, Mayela Armas and Tibisay Romero Reuters

A website set up to take reports of people still unaccounted for had 50,000 listed as of Friday morning.

Rocky Mount Community Park adds education to perspiration

Rocky Mount Community Park adds education to perspiration

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

Among new improvements at the park are more than 30 nature-themed signs for children to learn about local wildlife.

Franklin County woman admits to stealing thousands from Vietnam veteran

Franklin County woman admits to stealing thousands from Vietnam veteran

  • BEN ORNER The Roanoke Times

"Court records claim staff observed the victim's condition deteriorate over time, from upbeat to hunched over, confused, and fearful," the U.S. Attorney's Office in Roanoke said.

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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

Franklin County woman admits to stealing thousands from Vietnam veteran

Franklin County woman admits to stealing thousands from Vietnam veteran

Franklin County deputy charged with involuntary manslaughter after crash

Franklin County deputy charged with involuntary manslaughter after crash

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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

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Del. Garrett discusses an amendment to open carry of assault firearms

Del. Garrett discusses an amendment to open carry of assault firearms

Del. Garrett discusses an amendment to open carry of assault firearms

Sen. Stuart discusses amendment on menhaden

Sen. Stuart discusses amendment on menhaden

Sen. Stuart discusses amendment on menhaden

Photos: Virginia General Assembly on Monday, June 29, 2026

Photos: Virginia General Assembly on Monday, June 29, 2026

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 29

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 29

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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 28

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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 27

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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for June 26

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Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams

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JMU football commit George ‘Juice’ Richards thrives off doubters

JMU football commit George ‘Juice’ Richards thrives off doubters

George “Juice” Richards heard he wasn't a Division I player. He never believed it.

Cop allows NFL reporter Dianna Russini to name-drop her way out of ticket

Cop allows NFL reporter Dianna Russini to name-drop her way out of ticket

The officer issued a warning after the driver showed messages with an NFL head coach. Bodycam footage and a later podcast appearance are fueling questions about the stop.

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 10 opponent SMU

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 10 opponent SMU

The Mustangs notched wins over Clemson, Miami and Louisville in their second season in the ACC to prove they are capable of competing with the league’s best on a weekly basis.

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 8 opponent Clemson

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 8 opponent Clemson

The Tigers’ 7-6 record in 2025 marked their worst season since Dabo Swinney’s second at the helm in 2010 when they went 6-7. Clemson had won at least nine games in 14 straight seasons.

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Learn about Orange County, VA’s free Playin’ in the Park Independence celebration at Booster Park on July 2, 2026, including parking, timing, and meeting access.

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Parking at the Orange County Public Safety Building will remain available for the July 2, 2026 planning commission meeting during the Playin’ in the Park event.

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Orange County government facilities, landfill, libraries, and animal shelter will observe Independence Day closures July 3–4, with normal operations resuming afterward.

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