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Time is running out as the Bills home since 1973 gets closer to a methodical demolition

Time is running out as the Bills home since 1973 gets closer to a methodical demolition

  • By Mike Petro News Business Reporter

Power was officially turned off to the current Highmark Stadium on Friday. It is considered the start of the stadium’s mass demolition and is a significant milestone for the project as the new stadium nears completion.

Illegal vape use eases, as cigarette declines slow, Altria says

Illegal vape use eases, as cigarette declines slow, Altria says

  • DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

Demand is down for illegal, disposable vapes, and that has slowed the pace of declines in cigarette sales, tobacco giant Altria Group says.

Need a summer job? Smith Mountain Lake State Park is hiring

Need a summer job? Smith Mountain Lake State Park is hiring

  • Staff Report

Smith Mountain Lake State Park is looking for seasonal workers this summer, and it's holding a hiring event next month.

Franklin County joins drought disaster designation

Franklin County joins drought disaster designation

  • JASON DUNOVANT The Roanoke Times

The United States Department of Agriculture has designated 24 Virginia localities as drought disaster areas, allowing famers to apply for drought emergency assistance. 

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

      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

        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

          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

            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.

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                  Transgender woman sues for sexual discrimination against Salem DEQ office

                  Transgender woman sues for sexual discrimination against Salem DEQ office

                  Smith Mountain Lake group has success in curbing destructive wakes

                  Smith Mountain Lake group has success in curbing destructive wakes

                  Spanberger vetoed a bill to legalize skill games, yet thousands remain in operation

                  Spanberger vetoed a bill to legalize skill games, yet thousands remain in operation

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                  Building safety month in Virginia
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                  Building safety month in Virginia

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                  Building Safety Month is an international May campaign promoting modern building codes and awareness of safe, sustainable structures, including the 2026 theme “Built to Last.”

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                  Orange County tourism department wins two Virgo Awards
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                  Orange County tourism department wins two Virgo Awards

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                  Orange County’s Corks and Caps program earned two VADMO Virgo Awards, highlighting the county’s craft beverage industry and seasonal passport-style trail.

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                  Greene County bottled water distribution details
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                  Greene County bottled water distribution details

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                  Greene County Office of Emergency Services offers bottled water at 9845 Spotswood Trail for residents under a boil water advisory from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 21–22.

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                  Greene County announces bottled water distribution site
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                  Greene County announces bottled water distribution site

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                  Greene County Emergency Services has opened a bottled water site at 9845 Spotswood Trail in Stanardsville for boil advisory residents, open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 21–22.

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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. 

                  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.

                  '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. 

                  From the Archives: Philip Morris

                  From the Archives: Philip Morris

                  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.

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