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Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

    Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

    US says flawed work caused Reflecting Pool to peel

    US says flawed work caused Reflecting Pool to peel

    • Kanishka Singh and Andrew Goudsward REUTERS

    The Justice Department moved to drop its case against former U.S. Olympian David “Davey” Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the landmark, a court filing showed.

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      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

      • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

      Jay Jones is creating a new enforcement unit to aid a state crackdown on illegal sales of liquid nicotine to underage youth, as well as other unauthorized products by vape shops.

      Roots of resilience against the drought

      Roots of resilience against the drought

      • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

      Nearly seven years ago, Tim Service began transforming his Patrick County farm by planting a pollinator habitat and incorporating conservation practices with help from forestry and agricultural agencies, aiming to improve livestock forage and wildlife habitat across his land.

      Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

      Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

      • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

      Piedmont Arts will host a free opening reception on August 28 to preview three new exhibitions, including COLLECTive Concerns, Chris Gregson: Novus Ordo Seclorum, and Bull Mountain Arts, all running through October 31 with live music, refreshments, and a gallery talk during the event.

      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

        Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

        Roots of resilience against the drought

        Roots of resilience against the drought

          Nearly seven years ago, Tim Service began transforming his Patrick County farm by planting a pollinator habitat and incorporating conservation practices with help from forestry and agricultural agencies, aiming to improve livestock forage and wildlife habitat across his land.

          Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

          Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

            Piedmont Arts will host a free opening reception on August 28 to preview three new exhibitions, including COLLECTive Concerns, Chris Gregson: Novus Ordo Seclorum, and Bull Mountain Arts, all running through October 31 with live music, refreshments, and a gallery talk during the event.

            Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

            Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

              Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

              Virginia Tech’s architecture school receives $20 million donation

              Virginia Tech’s architecture school receives $20 million donation

                Salahuddin Choudhury's gift was the largest ever directed to the Virginia Tech School of Architecture.

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                  On Monday, Spanberger elevated Vincent Maiden as director of the Virginia Department of Energy.

                  VDH reports Virginia cyclosporiasis cases up to 126

                  VDH reports Virginia cyclosporiasis cases up to 126

                    In 2025, the VDH received 116 reported cases of cyclosporiasis compared to only 35 in 2021.

                    4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                    4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                      The pages give insights into Fauci’s thoughts on everything from COVID-19’s origins and the ensuing public health responses to his contentious relationship with Trump and Fauci’s own celebrity.

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                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 1

                      Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 31

                      Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 30

                      Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                      Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 29

                      Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                      State & Regional

                      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

                      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

                      Jay Jones is creating a new enforcement unit to aid a state crackdown on illegal sales of liquid nicotine to underage youth, as well as other unauthorized products by vape shops.

                      Roots of resilience against the drought

                      Roots of resilience against the drought

                      Nearly seven years ago, Tim Service began transforming his Patrick County farm by planting a pollinator habitat and incorporating conservation practices with help from forestry and agricultural agencies, aiming to improve livestock forage and wildlife habitat across his land.

                      Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

                      Piedmont Arts to preview three new exhibits Aug. 28

                      Piedmont Arts will host a free opening reception on August 28 to preview three new exhibitions, including COLLECTive Concerns, Chris Gregson: Novus Ordo Seclorum, and Bull Mountain Arts, all running through October 31 with live music, refreshments, and a gallery talk during the event.

                      Virginia Tech’s architecture school receives $20 million donation

                      Virginia Tech’s architecture school receives $20 million donation

                      Salahuddin Choudhury's gift was the largest ever directed to the Virginia Tech School of Architecture.

                      Nation & World

                      US says flawed work caused Reflecting Pool to peel

                      US says flawed work caused Reflecting Pool to peel

                      The Justice Department moved to drop its case against former U.S. Olympian David “Davey” Hearn, who was accused of vandalizing the landmark, a court filing showed.

                      4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                      4 things Fauci's diary reveals about COVID, Trump and fame

                      The pages give insights into Fauci’s thoughts on everything from COVID-19’s origins and the ensuing public health responses to his contentious relationship with Trump and Fauci’s own celebrity.

                      Fauci lets loose on Trump in COVID diary: ‘What an idiot!’

                      Fauci lets loose on Trump in COVID diary: ‘What an idiot!’

                      Fauci called Trump "out of control," a "true embarrassment" and "an idiot" in his personal diary as he expert worked in 2020 to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

                      Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                      Federal Reserve holds rates steady; three members dissent

                      The decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 policymakers, who "preferred" a quarter-percentage-point hike.

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                      After vehicle chase, Franklin County deputies arrest man for felonies

                      A Rocky Mount man is charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors after allegedly threatening to shoot someone and then leading police on a chase.

                      18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                      18-year-old Rocky Mount woman arrested after fatal stabbing

                      A Rocky Mount woman was arrested in connection to a homicide that occurred early Tuesday morning. 

                      After impersonating police to confront Rocky Mount mayor, man gets jail time

                      After impersonating police to confront Rocky Mount mayor, man gets jail time

                      The case stems from a incident that took place between Patterson and staff at the Raine and Perdue law firm in Rocky Mount in April.

                      Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

                      Vito's new vest: Franklin County K9 getting bulletproof body armor

                      A Franklin County Sheriff's Office K9 will soon receive a bulletproof and stab-proof protective vest thanks to a charitable donation.

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                      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

                      AG creates new enforcement unit for vape, liquid nicotine

                      Jay Jones is creating a new enforcement unit to aid a state crackdown on illegal sales of liquid nicotine to underage youth, as well as other unauthorized products by vape shops.

                      Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                      Veteran state environmental expert to lead Va. energy office

                      On Monday, Spanberger elevated Vincent Maiden as director of the Virginia Department of Energy.

                      Franklin County adds 1% sales tax to the ballot this November

                      Franklin County adds 1% sales tax to the ballot this November

                      Franklin County is one of several Virginia localities that will be putting an additional 1% sales tax on the ballot this November. 

                      Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                      Complaint filed against Franklin County leaders

                      Three Franklin County residents allege county officials have violated state open meeting and conflict of interest laws.

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