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Business

Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

Data centers are reshaping communities across America. Here’s what you need to know

  • David Heath, Lee Enterprises

As companies race to build the infrastructure behind AI and the internet, communities are weighing new investment against questions about electricity, water and long-term costs.

George E. Johnson, Black hair products pioneer, dies at 99

George E. Johnson, Black hair products pioneer, dies at 99

  • Steve Gorman Reuters

The Chicago entrepreneur, whose eponymous company transformed Black haircare in the U.S., died Monday at age 99, news media reported.

Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

  • Daniel de Visé USA Today

A new ranking of the nation's wealthiest suburbs, as measured by household income, finds much of America's wealth concentrated in a few metropolitan areas.

The 'magic number' for a comfortable retirement just got bigger

The 'magic number' for a comfortable retirement just got bigger

  • DANIEL DE VISÉ USA Today Network

Retirement planners sometimes speak of a "magic number": a rough estimate of how much money an American might need to retire in comfort. Not surprisingly, the number keeps rising.

Using some restrooms costs money. How it works and why businesses use them

Using some restrooms costs money. How it works and why businesses use them

  • Cheryl V. Jackson Indianapolis Star

The next time you want to use a restroom in a restaurant, you might have to reach for your wallet.

Amazon Prime Day offers insights into US consumers with pinched wallets

Amazon Prime Day offers insights into US consumers with pinched wallets

  • Arriana McLymore Reuters

Here's what shoppers bought and how much they spent during Amazon.com's annual sales event.

Trump clean energy tax credit cutoff drives project rush as prices set to soar

Trump clean energy tax credit cutoff drives project rush as prices set to soar

  • Nichola Groom Reuters

The phaseout of the 20-year-old subsidies, accelerated under Trump’s 2025 tax law, could drive contract prices for wind and solar energy up by 40% to 50%.

Congress passes bipartisan housing bill as cost of living surges

Congress passes bipartisan housing bill as cost of living surges

    The 21st Century Road to Housing Act, more than a year in the making, encouraged a national discussion of why housing is so unaffordable.

    Amazon Prime Day to gauge US consumer strain as focus shifts to basics

    Amazon Prime Day to gauge US consumer strain as focus shifts to basics

      Amazon Prime Day starting Tuesday will be a litmus test of U.S. shoppers' spending power, with the earlier-than-usual sales event increasingly centered on necessities rather than carefree splurges.

      Most Americans feel hugely divided by wealth, new NBC poll shows

      Most Americans feel hugely divided by wealth, new NBC poll shows

        Many Americans feel a division between those who are wealthy and those who are not in this country, a new NBC News poll found.

        US progesterone supplies tighten as menopause treatment demand grows

        US progesterone supplies tighten as menopause treatment demand grows

          The supply concerns come as women going through menopause across the U.S. face difficulties filling prescriptions for estrogen patches.

          Federal Reserve begins Warsh era by keeping rates on hold

          Federal Reserve begins Warsh era by keeping rates on hold

            The new Fed chairman said he will launch five task forces to review how the central bank conducts its business in critical policy areas.

            These brands pulled back on Pride. It could cost them. Here's why

            These brands pulled back on Pride. It could cost them. Here's why

              Pride Month has suffered corporate defections since gay and transgender rights emerged as a culture-war flashpoint and the Trump administration cracked down on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

              America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

              America's housing: unaffordable, unavailable. Many of us are giving up

                Housing is fundamental. We all need a roof over our heads. We all need someplace to raise our families, cook our meals, escape from the world.

                Local News

                Pirate Days returns next weekend at a new location amid drought

                Pirate Days returns next weekend at a new location amid drought

                Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days is set to return next weekend even as low water levels have threatened to put a damper on the popular lake event.

                Motorcyclist killed in wreck on I-81 in Botetourt County

                Motorcyclist killed in wreck on I-81 in Botetourt County

                A Franklin County man died when his motorcycle struck a pickup truck from behind.

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 8

                Rocky Mount neighbors: Obituaries for July 8

                Read through the obituaries published today in Franklin News Post.

                High heat, low lake levels made for a quiet Fourth at Smith Mountain Lake

                High heat, low lake levels made for a quiet Fourth at Smith Mountain Lake

                What is usually one of the busiest weekends of the summer for lake officials was ultimately uneventful.

                State & Regional

                'Heat distress' spurred investigation into City Dogs kennel by Roanoke police

                'Heat distress' spurred investigation into City Dogs kennel by Roanoke police

                A search warrant was issued earlier this week for City Dogs Boarding & Playcare. Dogs were seen in "significant emotional distress" amid high temperatures.

                Virginia’s new liquor law reshapes rules for Richmond bar-restaurants

                Virginia’s new liquor law reshapes rules for Richmond bar-restaurants

                Virginia’s new liquor law is changing how restaurants and cocktail-focused venues operate. Here’s what HB 975 means for businesses.

                New state budget helps 200,000 Virginians afford health insurance

                New state budget helps 200,000 Virginians afford health insurance

                The long and hard fight over a new state budget is proving its worth by extending a lifeline to 200,000 Virginians who either have lost their health insurance coverage or are struggling to keep it.

                Wrongful death suit filed in crash involving Virginia Tech student, police vehicle

                Wrongful death suit filed in crash involving Virginia Tech student, police vehicle

                The lawsuit seeks $3 million from Blacksburg after a police officer struck and killed Virginia Tech graduate student Spencer Forsling in December.

                Nation & World

                Mitch McConnell's health absence a mystery with Senate poised to return

                Mitch McConnell's health absence a mystery with Senate poised to return

                The Senate will return Monday for a four-week work period with one of the most influential voices — Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., — still absent with undisclosed health problems.

                Bipartisan housing bill to become law without Trump's signature

                Bipartisan housing bill to become law without Trump's signature

                Trump said on Friday he would not sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill that he had called "a big ‌yawn," but the measure can become law without his signature.

                Aviation pioneer, Mercury 13 member Wally Funk dies at 87

                Aviation pioneer, Mercury 13 member Wally Funk dies at 87

                She inspired generations of pilots and astronauts through her trailblazing work as a member of NASA’s “Women in Space Program” in the 1960s.

                Candidate suspends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in key Maine race

                Candidate suspends Senate campaign, forcing Democrats to pivot in key Maine race

                Graham Platner ended his campaign Wednesday after a string of controversies, including an accusation of sexual assault.

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

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

                Pirate Days returns next weekend at a new location amid drought

                Pirate Days returns next weekend at a new location amid drought

                No-wake zones around Independence Day fireworks at Smith Mountain Lake

                No-wake zones around Independence Day fireworks at Smith Mountain Lake

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                Foods to help boost your immune system

                Foods to help boost your immune system

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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

                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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                Powerhouse partnership: Big Auto Injury Attorneys, The Popok Firm and ‘Legal AF’ podcast by MeidasTouch Network unite for justice

                Content by Big Auto Injury Attorneys. Learn more about MeidasTouch Network’s “Legal AF” podcast's new partnership with Big Auto Injury Attorneys and The Popok Law Firm.

                Crime

                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.

                Former Henrico nurse who abused babies sentenced to 3 years

                Former Henrico nurse who abused babies sentenced to 3 years

                In January, Erin Strotman pleaded no contest to nine counts of child abuse in Henrico County Circuit Court as part of an agreement with prosecutors.

                Politics

                New state budget helps 200,000 Virginians afford health insurance

                New state budget helps 200,000 Virginians afford health insurance

                The long and hard fight over a new state budget is proving its worth by extending a lifeline to 200,000 Virginians who either have lost their health insurance coverage or are struggling to keep it.

                Judges refuse to combine Virginia assault weapons ban lawsuits

                Judges refuse to combine Virginia assault weapons ban lawsuits

                A three-judge panel in Charlottesville decided Monday that the individual lawsuits against Virginia's new assault weapons ban will not be combined into a single case.

                Virginia gun buyers set all-time record on background checks

                Virginia gun buyers set all-time record on background checks

                As Virginians raced to buy firearms before the state's assault weapons ban took effect, they drove firearm background checks to the highest monthly number ever recorded in the commonwealth.

                Coverage of Virginia's new gun laws and their impacts by RTD reporter Anna Bryson

                Coverage of Virginia's new gun laws and their impacts by RTD reporter Anna Bryson

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