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

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

  • MICHAEL MARTZ and DAVE RESS Richmond Times-Dispatch

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

  • NORA SHELLY The Roanoke Times

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

  • ETHAN HUNT The Roanoke Times

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

  • LAURENCE HAMMACK The Roanoke Times

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

  • LAUREN HOLLADAY Richmond Times-Dispatch

“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

  • ERIC KOLENICH Richmond Times-Dispatch

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

  • BILL WYATT Martinsville Bulletin

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.

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.

    Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value?

    Could AI Forecast Your Home's Future Value?

      There’s been a lot of talk recently both touting the benefits of AI, but also the dangers of it as well, as artificial intelligence is likely coming for a lot of our jobs. However, now experts say, it might also be able to predict the future. At least with regards to how much your home might…

      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

        An 83-year-old woman is the subject of a homicide investigation following the death of a 94-year-old at an assisted living facility in Fishersville.

        Why Virginia's attorney general visited Roanoke and praised local police

        Why Virginia's attorney general visited Roanoke and praised local police

          Virginia AG Jay Jones was in town as part of a statewide listening tour.

          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.

            Cameras catch more than 7,500 speeders on I-81 in Roanoke, Botetourt counties

            Cameras catch more than 7,500 speeders on I-81 in Roanoke, Botetourt counties

              Thousands of speeders through an I-81 work zone near Roanoke this summer have been caught by roadside cameras. Here's what to know about the system and how it differs from Flock cameras.

              Mission Mules appeal brings equipment to isolated Patrick County families

              Mission Mules appeal brings equipment to isolated Patrick County families

                Debris removal began in Kibler Valley to aid six Patrick County families cut off by flooding, prompted by an appeal from Mission Mules, a disaster-response group that brought equipment for clearing blocked routes.

                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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                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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                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

                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.

                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.

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