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SML Gives Day raises nearly $400K for nonprofits in Franklin, Bedford counties

SML Gives Day raises nearly $400K for nonprofits in Franklin, Bedford counties

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

For nonprofits big and small, the Smith Mountain Lake area's annual donation campaign on Wednesday saw a record-breaking day of giving.

Read full statement from Future of the Piedmont Foundation's on data center tax exemption

Read full statement from Future of the Piedmont Foundation's on data center tax exemption

    On Thursday, the Future of the Piedmont Foundation issued a statement following Monday's land sale agreement of up to 2,990 acres at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill to an entity linked with data centers.

    How tourism to Roanoke-Franklin County area reached new heights in 2025

    How tourism to Roanoke-Franklin County area reached new heights in 2025

    • LUKE WEIR The Roanoke Times

    Officials with Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge say 2025 was a banner year for tourism in the Roanoke Valley.

    Franklin County creamery powering 'breakthrough' tech at Roanoke facility

    Franklin County creamery powering 'breakthrough' tech at Roanoke facility

    • LUKE WEIR The Roanoke Times

    The facility's end goal is to treat patients with cancer and heart attacks, protect war fighters from radioactive events, along with a bevy of other uses.

    Franklin County approves 103 new single-family homes for Westlake area

    Franklin County approves 103 new single-family homes for Westlake area

    • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

    The new single-family homes would range from one story to three story homes.

    James River Equipment marks 100 years

    James River Equipment marks 100 years

    • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

    James River Equipment, a John Deere dealership group with stores stretching from Virginia into the Carolinas and Maryland, is marking its 100th anniversary throughout 2026.

    How SML Gives Inc. grew from food drive to expanding nonprofit in Franklin County

    How SML Gives Inc. grew from food drive to expanding nonprofit in Franklin County

    • Jason Dunovant

    A local nonprofit is looking to expand its services in Franklin County, providing food and assistance to families in need. 

    Rocky Mount receives $800,000 grant to revitalize North Main Street

    Rocky Mount receives $800,000 grant to revitalize North Main Street

      Rocky Mount was recently awarded a community development grant to revitalize its North Main Street corridor.

      Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority awards grants to Franklin County

      Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority awards grants to Franklin County

        The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority has approved more than $545,000 in grants to support new and expanded opioid treatment, recovery, and prevention efforts across the Commonwealth, including projects in Franklin County and Patrick County.

        Roanoke-area legislators launch bills to further curb APCo increases

        Roanoke-area legislators launch bills to further curb APCo increases

          A bipartisan trio of state legislators from the Roanoke Valley, along with a senator from Charlottesville, seek to create legal leverage to reign in electricity costs in Southwest Virginia.

          Billionaire to become chair of Franklin News-Post owner after $50 million investment

          Billionaire to become chair of Franklin News-Post owner after $50 million investment

            Florida-based billionaire David Hoffmann is buying a controlling stake in Lee Enterprises, owner of The Franklin News-Post.

            From the Archives: Southern Biscuit Co.

            From the Archives: Southern Biscuit Co.

              Southern Biscuit Co., whose products – under the Famous Foods of Virginia brand – established the company as one of America's largest producers of cookies and crackers. 

              From the Archives: Philip Morris in the 1950s and 60s

              From the Archives: Philip Morris in the 1950s and 60s

                A look back at Philip Morris in the 1950s and 60s.

                Santa Claus sailing into Smith Mountain Lake this Saturday

                Santa Claus sailing into Smith Mountain Lake this Saturday

                  Santa Claus will make an appearance at Bridgewater Plaza in Moneta this Saturday to kick off the Christmas season and celebrate Small Business Saturday. 

                  Holiday Market returns to Fairy Stone State Park after Thanksgiving

                  Holiday Market returns to Fairy Stone State Park after Thanksgiving

                  The fourth annual Holiday Market will return to Fairy Stone State Park on Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Fayerdale Hall Conference Center.

                  Joyous Junque raises $94,000 for area nonprofits

                  Joyous Junque raises $94,000 for area nonprofits

                  This year's Joyous Junque sale held at Resurrection Catholic Church in Moneta raised more than $94,000 that was donated to 28 area nonprofits on Wednesday. 

                  Fire damages businesses at Westlake Commons in Franklin County

                  Fire damages businesses at Westlake Commons in Franklin County

                  A commercial building was destroyed and several surrounding businesses were damaged Tuesday night in a structure fire at the Westlake Commons strip mall.

                  Roanoke mobile business keeps pets well-groomed, at ease and at home

                  Roanoke mobile business keeps pets well-groomed, at ease and at home

                  Big Lick Groom Co. has been rolling through the Roanoke Valley for four months now, offering what Jennifer Krom calls an intimate grooming experience for pets.

                  Roanoke judge dismisses defamation lawsuit against Carilion Clinic

                  Roanoke judge dismisses defamation lawsuit against Carilion Clinic

                  A nurse practitioner had claimed her reputation was damaged by a complaint filed with state health regulators.

                  Tri-Area Community Health employees earn awards

                  Tri-Area Community Health employees earn awards

                  Two Tri-Area Community Health employees were recognized at the 2025 Virginia Community Healthcare Association Annual Meeting and Conference for their efforts over the past year.

                  Developer withdraws 195-acre data center project in Varina

                  Developer withdraws 195-acre data center project in Varina

                  Centra Logistics proposed the first data center project in Henrico after the county passed a new ordinance tightening restrictions on new data centers. 

                  Booker T. Washington National Monument adds $1.7 million to local economy

                  Booker T. Washington National Monument adds $1.7 million to local economy

                  Visitors spent money on things like gas, food and lodging that supported local businesses near the park.

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                  Franklin County considers 7-cent real estate tax increase

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                  5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                  5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                  Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                  Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                  Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                  Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                  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...

                  Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                  Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                  Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now. 

                  'Half community, half industrial park’: Goochland residents opposed tech district plans

                  'Half community, half industrial park’: Goochland residents opposed tech district plans

                  Goochland residents push back on a proposed tech zone allowing data centers, nuclear reactors, and more, citing noise, safety, and environmental concerns, while county officials highlight tax incentives and job creation.

                  Photos: Hundreds turn out for DEQ meeting on Chesterfield power plant

                  Photos: Hundreds turn out for DEQ meeting on Chesterfield power plant

                  Dominion Energy has proposed building a natural gas power plant in Chesterfield County. Residents, advocates and elected officials gathered in Chesterfield on Monday to make their case for or against the plant. 

                  Developer backs out of 515-acre data center campus in Charles City

                  Developer backs out of 515-acre data center campus in Charles City

                  Diode Ventures has officially backed out of the Roxbury data center project in Charles City. Community opposition won out after two years of planning and research.

                  From the Archives: Etchison Hat Company

                  From the Archives: Etchison Hat Company

                  “Correct and dependable” was the slogan for Etchison Hat Company, Inc., which had been producing felt hats since 1866. These 1953 photos were part of a spread on the factory in the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Located at 124 Virginia St., with 60 employees, the plant could produce 100 to 120 doz…

                  Hanover planners to consider revised proposal for Iron Horse Technology Park

                  Hanover planners to consider revised proposal for Iron Horse Technology Park

                  In December, Hanover supervisors rejected their portion of the proposed development that would straddle the Ashland-Hanover line. 

                  Penn Hall Manor becomes SML's latest wedding destination

                  Penn Hall Manor becomes SML's latest wedding destination

                  Smith Mountain Lake's Penn Hall Manor, built in the 40s, was recently restored by Craig and Angela Wilson as a wedding and vacation resort. It is one of multiple homes owned by the couple that have ample space for larger families looking for short-term rentals. 

                  Goochland wants to lure large tech companies to the Route 288 corridor

                  Goochland wants to lure large tech companies to the Route 288 corridor

                  The Technology Overlay District, which could attract lucrative data centers, would border the Henrico communities of Tuckahoe, Foxhall and Short Pump.

                  Tea company breaks ground on new Franklin County plant

                  Tea company breaks ground on new Franklin County plant

                  California-based tea company Traditional Medicinals held a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday to mark the start of construction on a new manufacturing plant at Summit View Business Park in Franklin County.

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