Iran and the United States exchanged intensified fire in the Middle East, killings by immigration agents drew scrutiny, Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat was filled after his sudden death, and more.
- CHRIS KENNING USA Today
White working-class and rural voters strongly backed Trump in 2024 due to economic and immigration promises, but recent polls show growing disapproval among these groups, especially on economic issues.
- Phillip M. Bailey and Joey Garrison USA Today
Trump said new declassified documents will show China tried to undermine the 2020 election. Yet most of the documents released did not support his assertions about "shocking vulnerabilities."
- David B. Campbell Special to The Roanoke Times
A proposed zoning ordinance rewrite led Franklin County residents to Project Flash — and broader questions about transparency, public participation and local government.
- JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times
The Franklin County School Board has started the process of seeking a replacement for the recently vacated Union Hall District seat. The board met Tuesday to lay out next steps.
- DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times
The goal of updating the tiebreaker policy, according to Phillips, is to ensure the two best teams are playing in the upcoming ACC championship game.
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Eight newcomers and five returning players are trying to blend together.
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Five people were allegedly involved in a criminal organization that engaged in drug dealing, prostitution and human trafficking in multiple jurisdictions, from Floyd County to Rockbridge County.
The Sun Belt isn’t satisfied with one CFP berth. The goal now? Win playoff games.
Addressing the largest media audiences of his brief tenure as the Hokies’ coach, James Franklin played his tried-and-true hits of investment, alignment, momentum and tradition.
Tech has never won an NCAA team crown.
Argentina players set off another controversy after the team's win over England in the World Cup semifinals by holding up a banner declaring "the Falklands are Argentine."
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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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Learn about Orange County, Virginia's free Playin' in the Park Independence Celebration at Booster Park, including date, time, parking and what to bring.
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