News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Blacksburg to Inventory Water Service Lines
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In May 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released final revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR). The rule requires all utility services
New DMV Laws In Effect Today
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Laws passed by the Virginia General Assembly set into motion changes for DMV customers effective July 1, 2024. These changes and updates include the uninsured
Griffith Statement on SCOTUS Immunity Ruling
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Monday, July 1, 2024 – In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that presidents have immunity for official acts. In response to this
Governor disappointed over VMSDEP bill
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Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the Senate Democrats failed to pass bipartisan VMSDEP bill. “The Senate Democrat leadership is hurting our
House Passage of HB 6003
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Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement after the House of Delegates passed HB 6003, a clean, full, repeal of the eligibility changes recently made
Independence and the Ninth District
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A newsletter from 2017 entitled “Independence and Southwest Virginia” was one of my favorites. Many of you have told me over the years it was
SCOTUS Ruling Overturning Chevron
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Friday, June 28, 2024 – In a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to overturn Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
Photo of grandbabies wins June contest
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Joseph Pack of Fairlawn won the feature category, People, at the Radford Photo Club’s June meeting with his photo of the look three of his
Two arrested in death of a child
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On June 28, 2024, Christiansburg Police arrested Heather Renee Bentley, 37, of Christiansburg and Eric Raymond Thad Callis, 39, of Christiansburg in the death of
Dublin celebrates remodeled Walmart
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The Dublin community gathered this morning for the grand reopening of Walmart’s Supercenter at 5225 Alexander Road. The celebration included a ribbon cutting ceremony before
Legislation to Support the Disabled
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This week, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed eighteen bills that enhance support for Virginians with developmental disabilities, showcasing Virginia’s deep-seated dedication to fostering inclusivity and accessibility
7/13: Mount Tabor Ruritan Fish Fry
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Mount Tabor Ruritan Club will hold its July Fish Fry on Saturday, July 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser’s Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1543