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Food City's investment in new Marion store exceeds $15M

Food City's investment in new Marion store exceeds $15M

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Ken Heath described Food City’s investment in its new supermarket as the largest investment in Marion in his three-decades-plus tenure working as the town’s director of community and economic development.

Grunkemeyer shines as Virginia Tech football wins at Maryland

Grunkemeyer shines as Virginia Tech football wins at Maryland

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

The Hokies (3-0) claimed their first win over a nonconference Power Four program since topping West Virginia in a neutral-site game to open the 2017 team. 

No. 25 Virginia football falls to West Virginia in Duke's Mayo Classic

No. 25 Virginia football falls to West Virginia in Duke's Mayo Classic

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

No. 25 Virginia football's defense had no answer for West Virginia quarterback Michael Hawkins and the Cavaliers fell to the Mountaineers in the Duke's Mayo Classic.

Chilhowie Apple Festival to celebrate USA's 250th

Chilhowie Apple Festival to celebrate USA's 250th

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The celebration of this country’s 250th anniversary will continue next weekend at one of Smyth County’s largest festivals.

Despite opposition, concerns about rights, Marion council adopts loitering ordinance

Despite opposition, concerns about rights, Marion council adopts loitering ordinance

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Marion Mayor Avery Cornett described a proposed loitering ordinance as vague in places. He also cautioned members of the Town Council that he believed it “criminalizes normal behavior”.

A look at Smyth board's OK of data center zoning regs

A look at Smyth board's OK of data center zoning regs

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If they did nothing, Board of Supervisors Chair Charlie Atkins said, county leaders feared that a data center could come in and little protection would exist. However, the zoning regulations specifically governing data centers adopted last Thursday evening, he said, give leaders some control…

Friday Night Lights: Rural Retreat Farmers Market to expand opportunities

Friday Night Lights: Rural Retreat Farmers Market to expand opportunities

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The Rural Retreat Farmers Market is making its goods more accessible to the community, while giving its vendors an opportunity to reach a new audience.

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Food City's investment in new Marion store exceeds $15M

Food City's investment in new Marion store exceeds $15M

Despite opposition, concerns about rights, Marion council adopts loitering ordinance

Despite opposition, concerns about rights, Marion council adopts loitering ordinance

Virginia Tech golfer Delon wins 'big trophy,' eyes even more

Virginia Tech golfer Delon wins 'big trophy,' eyes even more

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Trump keeps up attacks on mail voting, but election officials more confident

Trump keeps up attacks on mail voting, but election officials more confident

Before the Supreme Court blocked new restrictions on mail-in ballots, election officials feared they’d cause chaos ahead of the midterms.

From the Archives: Richmond Public Libraries

From the Archives: Richmond Public Libraries

A look back at Richmond Public Libraries.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 10

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 10

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 9

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 8

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 8

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 7

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for September 7

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Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

Richmond Times-Dispatch special report: Data centers in Virginia

Before data centers became a central topic of Virginia's budget debate, the Richmond Times-Dispatch last year took a deep dive into the topic, resulting in a three-day series on data centers and the key issues they pose. Read it all below.

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US LBM Coaches Poll: Ole Miss climbs after emotional win over LSU

US LBM Coaches Poll: Ole Miss climbs after emotional win over LSU

Hokies' Franklin on Logan Howland

Hokies' Franklin on Logan Howland

UVa RB Middlebrook on finding rhythm against WVU

UVa RB Middlebrook on finding rhythm against WVU

UVa RT Mills on Josey getting hurt, loss to WVU

UVa RT Mills on Josey getting hurt, loss to WVU

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3 takeaways from Virginia Tech football's win at Maryland

3 takeaways from Virginia Tech football's win at Maryland

The program’s first win over a nonconference Power Four opponent since 2017 could have come at the expense of two starters and a major contributor on both defense and special teams.

How did Virginia Tech football grade in its 35-26 win at Maryland?

How did Virginia Tech football grade in its 35-26 win at Maryland?

Handing out the report card for how Virginia Tech performed in the keys to victory against Maryland on Saturday evening.

Network designation set for Virginia Tech football's ACC opener

Network designation set for Virginia Tech football's ACC opener

The network designations for three games were determined following Saturday’s slate of games. 

Hokies' Franklin on Logan Howland

Hokies' Franklin on Logan Howland

Virginia Tech coach James Franklin discusses Logan Howland's play at left tackle after taking over following Justin Terry's apparent injury Saturday night at Maryland.

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Basics Skywarn class set for Sept. 24 in Greene County
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Basics Skywarn class set for Sept. 24 in Greene County

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Greene County Office of Emergency Services will host a free Basics SKYWARN Class Sept. 24, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company.

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Blue Ridge signs power rookie winger Colin Roe
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Blue Ridge signs power rookie winger Colin Roe

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Blue Ridge Bobcats sign power winger Colin Roe for the 2026-27 FPHL season after productive EHL and NCAA Division III career with Worcester and Westfield State.

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Bobcats add high-scoring forward Nikolai Dulak
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Bobcats add high-scoring forward Nikolai Dulak

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Blue Ridge Bobcats sign forward Nikolai Dulak for the 2026-27 FPHL season after his junior stint with New Mexico and NCAA career at Hamline University.

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Blue Ridge signs Russian defenseman Pavel Grishin
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Blue Ridge signs Russian defenseman Pavel Grishin

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Blue Ridge Bobcats sign 6-foot-4, 220-pound Russian defenseman Pavel Grishin for 2026-27, adding size, mobility and physical play to their blue line.

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When everyday situations get awkward, what’s the ethical thing to do? | The Ethical Life podcast

When everyday situations get awkward, what’s the ethical thing to do? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Some ethical decisions arrive without warning. We revisit four dilemmas that ask what you would do when the right choice isn't immediately obvious.

Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

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Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

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The surprising new way to find friends and true love? Your Costco card

The surprising new way to find friends and true love? Your Costco card

As physical community spaces disappear and social bonds fray, the warehouse giant has emerged as an unexpected anchor for connection.

Stars of ‘Daniel’ say faith-based films are filling a need

Stars of ‘Daniel’ say faith-based films are filling a need

The rise in faith-based films can be traced to social media, artificial intelligence and the tech world, says Mena Massoud, the star and producer of “Daniel and the Fiery Furnace.”

Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty

Greenland, Denmark say Trump deal won't compromise sovereignty

They expressed hope that it would end months of uncertainty triggered by Trump’s threats to seize control of Greenland.

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