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Nation & World

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

US government debt crosses $40 trillion threshold

  • David Lawder and Jacob Bogage Reuters

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

  • Jason Lange and Bo Erickson Reuters

* 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

Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

  • Phillip M. Bailey USA Today

The primary contests stretched across the continent Tuesday, with most of the action taking place in Florida.

Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

  • Saman Shafiq and Samantha Neely USA Today

A comment from U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff put the aide, known in Trump circles as the "human printer," into the national spotlight.

US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend

US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend

  • Michael Erman and Julie Steenhuysen Reuters

This is the first data for kindergartners who have enrolled into U.S. schools since Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a noted vaccine skeptic, became the country's health secretary.

GOP pressure builds on Trump to find path out of Iran war

GOP pressure builds on Trump to find path out of Iran war

  • Zac Anderson, Francesca Chambers and Zachary Schermele USA Today

A growing number of prominent MAGA figures have urged Trump to end the conflict, saying there could be dire political consequences if it continues.

Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville', dies at 36

Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville', dies at 36

  • Audrey Gibbs and Bryan West Nashville Tennessean

Hayden Panettiere, the actress who grew up before television audiences and later starred in the TV show “Nashville," has died. She was 36.

Week in review: Test your knowledge of notable news

Week in review: Test your knowledge of notable news

    From an executive order cutting the number of childhood vaccinations to the death of a beloved eagle, here’s what made headlines this past week.

    Will winter be snowy, stormy or mild? Farmers' Almanac forecast by region

    Will winter be snowy, stormy or mild? Farmers' Almanac forecast by region

      As summer heat continues across much of the country, many people are already wondering what kind of winter is ahead.

      Board votes to inscribe Trump's name on Kennedy Center

      Board votes to inscribe Trump's name on Kennedy Center

        The move could set up a clash with a federal judge who previously ordered his name removed from the facade.

        5 ways to slash back-to-school spending

        5 ways to slash back-to-school spending

          NerdWallet’s annual back-to-school shopping survey found that shoppers estimate they’ll spend an average of $611 on back-to-school expenses such as clothing, supplies and books.

          Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to posts

          Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to posts

            Trump Media & Technology Group charges up to $100,000 a month for early access to 10 high-profile social media accounts, including Trump's own.

            Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

            Sources: White House sought new Reflecting Pool charges

              They said the White House asked the Justice Department to explore new charges after a prosecutor angered President Trump by moving to dismiss cases.

              Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

              Sources: Democrats plan Trump investigations if they win House

                The strategy will target companies and financial firms surrounding the president, instead of trying to impeach him immediately, four sources said.

                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.

                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

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for August 12

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                State & Regional

                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.

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

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

                “Whatever it is that we care about, we’ll have less money to do so in Virginia,” said Sarah Steely, director of No Kid Hungry Virginia.

                Families of JMU students killed in crash collect $2 million in settlements

                Families of JMU students killed in crash collect $2 million in settlements

                The families of Joshua Mardis, John "Luke" Fergusson and Nicholas Troutman have settled with nine of close to 40 defendants in a wrongful death lawsuit. 

                Martinsville family remembers airman killed in Iraq tanker crash

                Martinsville family remembers airman killed in Iraq tanker crash

                Master Sgt Tyler Simmons, a 28-year-old Ohio Air National Guardsman, died in a KC-135 refueling tanker crash over Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, deeply affecting family members in Martinsville who remember his bright smile and positive spirit.

                Nation & World

                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

                Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

                Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries: Socialist candidates' mixed results in Florida

                The primary contests stretched across the continent Tuesday, with most of the action taking place in Florida.

                Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

                Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained

                A comment from U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff put the aide, known in Trump circles as the "human printer," into the national spotlight.

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                Virginia Tech student expelled for sexual abuse settles lawsuit against school

                Virginia Tech student expelled for sexual abuse settles lawsuit against school

                'Project Flash' data center proposal fizzles out in Franklin County

                'Project Flash' data center proposal fizzles out in Franklin County

                94-year-old woman's death at Va. assisted living facility ruled a homicide

                94-year-old woman's death at Va. assisted living facility ruled a homicide

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                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

                Shopping

                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

                Affiliate content. Learn how to protect your HVAC unit before and after a tornado. 

                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...

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                CP Life Expectancy Has Quietly Transformed Over 40 Years

                Provided content. Four decades of medical advances have reshaped cerebral palsy outcomes, yet public perception lags behind the data. Here's what changed. 

                 

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Provided content. Each winter, slip-and-fall hospitalizations among Canadian seniors rise sharply. Explore the data behind seasonal injury risk, who is most vulnerable, and what older adults can do to stay safe.

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Contributor content. After an accident, missing critical deadlines may have an impact on one’s health and ability to successfully file an insurance claim. 

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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

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

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

                “Whatever it is that we care about, we’ll have less money to do so in Virginia,” said Sarah Steely, director of No Kid Hungry Virginia.

                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.

                Virginia Lottery generates $914M for public education

                Virginia Lottery players generated more than $914 million for Virginia’s K-12 public schools during fiscal year 2026, the state agency announced this week. 

                Hemp users, firms say Va. cannabis law denies access to products they rely on

                Hemp users, firms say Va. cannabis law denies access to products they rely on

                CBD products that had been legal in Virginia won't be after August 15, under budget language clearing the way for a legal retail market in marijuana next year.

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