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Navy may name new carrier after Trump and not WWII hero

Navy may name new carrier after Trump and not WWII hero

  • Michael Loria USA Today

Navy officials might name a new aircraft carrier after President Donald Trump instead of a World War II sailor who heroically saved lives when Pearl Harbor was bombed, according to media reports.

Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue

Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue

  • John Kruzel Reuters

The move gives justices additional time to consider the administration's formal request to let it continue working on the $400 million project.

Will a popular Amelia Earhart theory be proved? 'Something is there.'

Will a popular Amelia Earhart theory be proved? 'Something is there.'

  • Christopher Cann USA Today

What happened to Amelia Earhart? That question eluded countless researchers, biographers and devoted enthusiasts for almost 90 years.

Franklin official resigns abruptly 2 days after disclosing data center's demise

Franklin official resigns abruptly 2 days after disclosing data center's demise

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

Supervisor Mike Meredith said he had "broken trust" and didn't want to hinder Franklin County's development. Then he left the meeting.

In need of a forever home: Buckwheat and Spanky

In need of a forever home: Buckwheat and Spanky

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    Grant will help Franklin County Habitat's affordable housing efforts

    Grant will help Franklin County Habitat's affordable housing efforts

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    Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County was recently awarded $15,000 to continue advancing its affordable housing efforts.

    Boones Mill's revitalization of historic downtown ready for next phase

    Boones Mill's revitalization of historic downtown ready for next phase

    • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

    The revitalization of Boones Mill's historic downtown is hitting the next phase with recently unveiled concept plans soon to be turned into a reality. 

    Grant will help Franklin County Habitat's affordable housing efforts

    Grant will help Franklin County Habitat's affordable housing efforts

      Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County was recently awarded $15,000 to continue advancing its affordable housing efforts.

      Boones Mill's revitalization of historic downtown ready for next phase

      Boones Mill's revitalization of historic downtown ready for next phase

        The revitalization of Boones Mill's historic downtown is hitting the next phase with recently unveiled concept plans soon to be turned into a reality. 

        Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

        Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

          Spanberger appeared before the legislature's money committees on Wednesday for the first time since becoming governor in January.

          Berglund Center, with casino or not, at 'critical point,' city manager says

          Berglund Center, with casino or not, at 'critical point,' city manager says

            City officials again emphasized the message that something needs to be done with the facility, which faces more than $30 million in deferred maintenance.

            Blacksburg welcomes the Virginia Tech class of 2030

            Blacksburg welcomes the Virginia Tech class of 2030

              Members of Virginia Tech's class of 2030 began moving into their dorm rooms Tuesday, flooding on to the Blacksburg campus to explore their new school.

              US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

              US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

                It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.

                Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

                Most Americans believe Trump inappropriately profited

                  * Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 69% of Americans see Trump's business interests influencing presidential decisions * Half of Republicans, two-thirds of independents and nine in 10 Democrats hold that view

                  Local News

                  P&HCC, Franklin County sheriff partner on jail-based workforce training

                  P&HCC, Franklin County sheriff partner on jail-based workforce training

                  Patrick & Henry Community College partnered with Franklin County Jail to provide on-site career training aimed at reducing recidivism and boosting employment prospects for incarcerated individuals after release.

                  A1 Minute! August 18, 2026: BLK RVA Community Awards; Williams on Petersburg’s gamble; Local farmers see growing demand

                  A1 Minute! August 18, 2026: BLK RVA Community Awards; Williams on Petersburg’s gamble; Local farmers see growing demand

                  BLK RVA Community Awards; Williams on Petersburg’s gamble; Local farmers see growing demand

                  Self-service kayak rentals launch at Fairy Stone, SML state parks

                  Self-service kayak rentals launch at Fairy Stone, SML state parks

                  Visitors to Fairy Stone State Park and nine other Virginia parks can now rent kayaks and paddleboards via a cellphone app in a pilot program aimed at extending access to waterways. Rentals operate through self-service kiosks by Whenever Watersports, allowing users to unlock equipment with a Bluetooth-enabled app.

                  A1 Minute! August 12, 2026: Richmond Raceway teams up with The Museum DC for the Richmond Drop; Where Richmond Eats podcast; UR women’s b-ball schedule

                  A1 Minute! August 12, 2026: Richmond Raceway teams up with The Museum DC for the Richmond Drop; Where Richmond Eats podcast; UR women’s b-ball schedule

                  Richmond Raceway teams up with The Museum DC for the Richmond Drop; Where Richmond Eats podcast; UR women’s b-ball schedule

                  State & Regional

                  Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

                  Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

                  Spanberger appeared before the legislature's money committees on Wednesday for the first time since becoming governor in January.

                  Berglund Center, with casino or not, at 'critical point,' city manager says

                  Berglund Center, with casino or not, at 'critical point,' city manager says

                  City officials again emphasized the message that something needs to be done with the facility, which faces more than $30 million in deferred maintenance.

                  Blacksburg welcomes the Virginia Tech class of 2030

                  Blacksburg welcomes the Virginia Tech class of 2030

                  Members of Virginia Tech's class of 2030 began moving into their dorm rooms Tuesday, flooding on to the Blacksburg campus to explore their new school.

                  Virginia Tech student expelled for sexual abuse settles lawsuit against school

                  Virginia Tech student expelled for sexual abuse settles lawsuit against school

                  The former student had claimed he was wrongfully kicked out of school by Virginia Tech's disciplinary system.

                  Nation & World

                  Navy may name new carrier after Trump and not WWII hero

                  Navy may name new carrier after Trump and not WWII hero

                  Navy officials might name a new aircraft carrier after President Donald Trump instead of a World War II sailor who heroically saved lives when Pearl Harbor was bombed, according to media reports.

                  Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue

                  Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue

                  The move gives justices additional time to consider the administration's formal request to let it continue working on the $400 million project.

                  Will a popular Amelia Earhart theory be proved? 'Something is there.'

                  Will a popular Amelia Earhart theory be proved? 'Something is there.'

                  What happened to Amelia Earhart? That question eluded countless researchers, biographers and devoted enthusiasts for almost 90 years.

                  US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

                  US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

                  It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.

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                  Crime

                  Henry County man faces nine charges after Franklin County drug seizure

                  Henry County man faces nine charges after Franklin County drug seizure

                  A Henry County man, Drew Conner Plaster, faces nine charges following a February Franklin County investigation that led to the seizure of nearly 2 pounds of methamphetamine, other drugs, and a firearm. He was arrested in August and remains in custody pending court proceedings.

                  After vehicle chase, Franklin County deputies arrest man for felonies

                  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.

                  Politics

                  Franklin official resigns abruptly 2 days after disclosing data center's demise

                  Franklin official resigns abruptly 2 days after disclosing data center's demise

                  Supervisor Mike Meredith said he had "broken trust" and didn't want to hinder Franklin County's development. Then he left the meeting.

                  Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

                  Va. revenues ahead of estimates, but tax policy debate resumes

                  Spanberger appeared before the legislature's money committees on Wednesday for the first time since becoming governor in January.

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                  Virginia could owe $266M for SNAP benefits next year amid program declines

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                  VRS trust fund tops $135 billion on 12.1% investment return

                  VRS trust fund tops $135 billion on 12.1% investment return

                  The Virginia Retirement System earned a 12.1% return on its investments in the last fiscal year, boosting the retirement trust fund for teachers and other public employees to $135.2 billion to pay for long-term pension obligations.

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