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Royal Oak DAR names 3 high school seniors as Good Citizens

Royal Oak DAR names 3 high school seniors as Good Citizens

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Three Smyth County seniors who are already working for the community’s wellbeing and are achieving academically and athletically were recognized as Good Citizens Wednesday.

Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

  • SPorter

These 250 years later, the signers of this country’s Declaration of Independence would likely be proud of multiple Smyth County students, who achieved a new level of recognition with their writing ability and knowledge of history.

Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

  • ZACH JOACHIM Richmond Times-Dispatch

A Roanoke County family has filed a lawsuit against the VHSL challenging the constitutionality of Virginia's rule prohibiting homeschool students from participating in high school athletics.

Marta Suarez and Olivia Miles lead TCU past Virginia and into the women's Elite Eight

Marta Suarez and Olivia Miles lead TCU past Virginia and into the women's Elite Eight

  • MICHELLE SMITH Associated Press

Marta Suarez had 33 points and 10 rebounds as part of a nearly unstoppable duo with Olivia Miles, and No. 3 seed TCU beat 10th-seeded Virginia.

Virginia women seek to keep historic March Madness run going in Sweet 16

Virginia women seek to keep historic March Madness run going in Sweet 16

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

The Virginia women's basketball team is the first to ever advance out of the First Four and reach a Sweet 16, and the Hoos will look to keep their run going on Saturday night against TCU.

Fast facts: Virginia meets TCU in the women's NCAA tournament Sweet 16.

Fast facts: Virginia meets TCU in the women's NCAA tournament Sweet 16.

  • Associated Press

Saturday's matchup is the first this season between the two teams. 

Atkins Elementary celebrates new community-engaged playground

Atkins Elementary celebrates new community-engaged playground

  • SPorter

A Friday ribbon-cutting ceremony at Atkins Elementary celebrated more than a decade of work. Officials, funders, school staff and students gathered to check out the new playground.

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Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

New attorney is representing Wolfe as case moves forward

New attorney is representing Wolfe as case moves forward

Along the Yellow Brick Road

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 31

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 31

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Child dies in drowning in Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel pool

Child dies in drowning in Virginia Beach Oceanfront hotel pool

Police responded to the 800 block of Atlantic Avenue following a report of a drowning between 2:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday.

So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

So many bills, so little time: Work shifts to Spanberger

More than 750 bills and resolutions adopted by the General Assembly this year have landed on Gov. Abigail Spanberger's desk, with about 400 yet to arrive.

An amputee cornhole champ is accused of murder. His Tesla may have filmed him do it.

An amputee cornhole champ is accused of murder. His Tesla may have filmed him do it.

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee cornhole champion, is accused of fatally shooting a friend in his car. That car, a Tesla, may have valuable footage of the crime.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 30

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 30

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 29

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 29

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 28

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 28

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Amherst County house fire leaves one dead and another severely burned

Amherst County house fire leaves one dead and another severely burned

A person was found dead in Amherst County where a fire broke out Thursday night and a man was severely burned, the county's fire and emergency medical services department said.  

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US Gas Prices Exceed 2022 High As Iran War Continues

US Gas Prices Exceed 2022 High As Iran War Continues

Rising gas prices squeeze gig workers, small business owners

Rising gas prices squeeze gig workers, small business owners

UVa RG Thomas on returning from injury

UVa RG Thomas on returning from injury

UVa WR Courtney on important spring

UVa WR Courtney on important spring

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Former Virginia star Malcolm Brogdon rejoins Hoos as strategic advisor to Ryan Odom

Former Virginia star Malcolm Brogdon rejoins Hoos as strategic advisor to Ryan Odom

Former Virginia basketball star Malcolm Brogdon has rejoined the Cavaliers as a special advisor to coach Ryan Odom.

Virginia football spring practice has marked a return to action for these three key Hoos

Virginia football spring practice has marked a return to action for these three key Hoos

Virginia football cornerback Jam Jackson and offensive linemen Monroe Mills and Makilan Thomas have returned to practice this spring after missing last year with various injuries.

Illinois AD Josh Whitman’s patience with Brad Underwood pays off in first Final Four berth since 2005

Illinois AD Josh Whitman’s patience with Brad Underwood pays off in first Final Four berth since 2005

HOUSTON — Josh Whitman glanced at his phone for a moment Saturday night amid all of the hugging, celebrating and reflecting on Illinois’ 71-59 win over Iowa in the Elite Eight. The Illinois athletic director had 110 text messages in his inbox, everyone wanting to share their congratulations and excitement for the Illini’s first Final Four berth in 21 years. Whitman, an Illinois alum, ...

Virginia football notes: WR Kam Courtney seeking consistency for 'a big spring'

Virginia football notes: WR Kam Courtney seeking consistency for 'a big spring'

Virginia football slot receiver Kam Courtney knows, "it's a big spring" for him and has tried to operate with urgency and consistency in each practice.

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'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

“This City Was Black” is a six-part narrative audio series that traces Black history in New York City.

Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

Alessandro Nivola talks Calvin Klein, 'Love Story' and son's career | Streamed & Screened

Alessandro Nivola talks Calvin Klein, 'Love Story' and son's career | Streamed & Screened

The Oscars are in the rearview mirror, which gives us an opportunity to turn our attention back to television and streaming programs.

Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

🎧 Get a recap of recent financial, health and general interest stories through this special edition of our Hot off the Wire daily news podcast.

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In the Passover ritual, Jews worldwide reenact an ancient story of liberation

In the Passover ritual, Jews worldwide reenact an ancient story of liberation

This year, as in recent years, Passover celebrations are occurring amid a sober backdrop. 

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Making a difference

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Making a difference

Knowing that you have lived a good life and made a difference in the world can give you peace of mind. You don’t need a bunch of trophies hanging on the wall; fame and fortune usually aren’t enough for anyone who has depth. What gives your life real meaning is how you’ve added to the lives of your loved ones, to your community and to the rest of the planet.

Ex-etiquette: What is he doing?!

Ex-etiquette: What is he doing?!

Q. I was never really with my daughter’s father. We met at a party and we ended up sort of friends with benefits for a few months. I got pregnant and we decided to raise the child together, but apart. We share custody, but she's with me most of the time. Fast forward eight months and he doesn’t know what he’s doing! We don’t talk. I take pictures of her every time he returns her and she’s not ...

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