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U.S. Sen. Warner visits Marion, holding discussion about Blue Ridge Job Corps

U.S. Sen. Warner visits Marion, holding discussion about Blue Ridge Job Corps

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U.S. Sen. Mark Warner came to Marion Friday morning to talk about the still imperiled Job Corps program, which includes the community’s Blue Ridge Job Corps.

Federal appeals court examines Liberty University firing over gender transition

Federal appeals court examines Liberty University firing over gender transition

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

A federal appeals court on Tuesday wrestled with whether religious colleges can fire employees who violate their beliefs, as judges considered whether Liberty University lawfully fired an employee for transitioning genders.

100+ Smyth residents develop action plan to address opioid addiction crisis

100+ Smyth residents develop action plan to address opioid addiction crisis

  • SPorter

With the help of Virginia Tech’s Extension Service, a group of Smyth County residents – some in law enforcement, others in healthcare, some in recovery and others even in active addiction, plus parents who had lost a child to overdose, and numerous others -- developed strategies they believe…

NCAA Tournament Midwest Region guide: Evaluating Virginia and its competition in the Midwest

NCAA Tournament Midwest Region guide: Evaluating Virginia and its competition in the Midwest

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

Virginia basketball opens NCAA tournament action on Friday, and the Hoos are the No. 3 seed in the Midwest Region. What to know about the Cavaliers and their competition.

James Franklin excited about the areas Virginia Tech football can improve in spring

James Franklin excited about the areas Virginia Tech football can improve in spring

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

Plus four areas to keep an eye on throughout spring practice.

'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

'Worship over worry': Virginia church group evacuates Israel at war

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Leaving Israel wasn't easy for Americans at the start of the Iran war, but a Virginia pastor reached out to a parishioner, who called on U.S. Sen. Mark Warner for help.

Smyth School Board celebrates student achievements

Smyth School Board celebrates student achievements

  • SPorter

One of Smyth County’s female wrestlers appeared before the Smyth County School Board Monday evening with her coach, Ethan Martin. Josie Couch and Martin were celebrating that this was the first year that the Virginia High School League offered a girls’ wrestling championship.

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100+ Smyth residents develop action plan to address opioid addiction crisis

100+ Smyth residents develop action plan to address opioid addiction crisis

U.S. Sen. Warner visits Marion, holding discussion about Blue Ridge Job Corps

U.S. Sen. Warner visits Marion, holding discussion about Blue Ridge Job Corps

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 20

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 20

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

Spanberger appoints 65 Virginians to state boards and commissions

Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced a slate of more than 60 new appointments on Wednesday, filling out several high-profile boards.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 19

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 19

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Hampton Roads schools paused wearing JROTC uniforms before ODU attack

Hampton Roads schools paused wearing JROTC uniforms before ODU attack

Even before last week’s attack against a ROTC classroom at Old Dominion University, the U.S. military had been showing some concern. 

A1 Minute! March 18, 2026: Funding affordable housing’s challenges; GA adjourns without budget; Experiential dining in Richmond

A1 Minute! March 18, 2026: Funding affordable housing’s challenges; GA adjourns without budget; Experiential dining in Richmond

Funding affordable housing’s challenges; GA adjourns without budget; Experiential dining in Richmond

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 18

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 18

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

The future of fishing at Smith Mountain Lake could hinge on this decision

The future of fishing at Smith Mountain Lake could hinge on this decision

The Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission will make a decision next month that could have far-reaching ramifications on the future of recreational fishing at Smith Mountain Lake.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 17

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 17

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Iran threatens world tourism sites and says it's still building missiles - AP explains

Iran threatens world tourism sites and says it's still building missiles - AP explains

Budget-Friendly Materials to Pave Your Garden Path

Budget-Friendly Materials to Pave Your Garden Path

On The Horn with Zach Joachim: VCU 82, North Carolina 78 (OT) in historic NCAA tournament first-round comeback win

On The Horn with Zach Joachim: VCU 82, North Carolina 78 (OT) in historic NCAA tournament first-round comeback win

VCU's Lazar Djokovic (15 points, 2 blocks) after Rams comeback, overtime 82-78 win over North Carolina in NCAA tournament

VCU's Lazar Djokovic (15 points, 2 blocks) after Rams comeback, overtime 82-78 win over North Carolina in NCAA tournament

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Virginia Tech football lands commitment from defensive end Taylor

Virginia Tech football lands commitment from defensive end Taylor

The 6-foot-3, 230-pound Taylor is rated a three-star prospect by 247Sports, On3 and ESPN. He is a top-20 prospect out of Maryland by 247Sports and On3.

Upset-minded JMU women's basketball ready to face Kentucky in NCAA tournament

Upset-minded JMU women's basketball ready to face Kentucky in NCAA tournament

James Madison enters Saturday’s first-round NCAA Tournament game against Kentucky as the underdog by all the normal definitions of the term.

Virginia Tech's Wenzel, Baker 'excited' for bigger NCAA Tournament roles

Virginia Tech's Wenzel, Baker 'excited' for bigger NCAA Tournament roles

The Hokies will face Oregon on Friday in the NCAAs.

VCU delivers one of March’s wildest comebacks to shock North Carolina

VCU delivers one of March’s wildest comebacks to shock North Carolina

Step-back trey off the dribble between the top of the key and left wing. Onions. Hill's 34 points, OT dagger lift VCU to first NCAA tournament win in 10 years. 

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Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery; temperatures soar in Southwest | Hot off the Wire podcast

Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery; temperatures soar in Southwest | Hot off the Wire podcast

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Iran strikes Gulf refineries; drivers see gas prices jump | Hot off the Wire podcast

Iran strikes Gulf refineries; drivers see gas prices jump | Hot off the Wire podcast

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Is modern life eroding our willingness to sacrifice for something greater? | The Ethical Life podcast

Is modern life eroding our willingness to sacrifice for something greater? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore commitment, loyalty and purpose, asking why fewer people feel bound to causes, communities or ideals beyond personal interest.

Israel kills another Iranian official; Venezuela tops US in WBC | Hot off the Wire podcast

Israel kills another Iranian official; Venezuela tops US in WBC | Hot off the Wire podcast

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Pablo Castelblanco finds a happy place on Reba McEntire’s series

Pablo Castelblanco finds a happy place on Reba McEntire’s series

Pablo Castelblanco went from school plays in Colombia to co-starring with Reba McEntire. Now, he says “Happy’s Place” feels like exactly where he belongs.

Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86

Chuck Norris, martial arts master and actor whose toughness became internet lore, dies at 86

Chuck Norris, whose roles in "Walker, Texas Ranger" and other television shows and movies made him an iconic tough guy — sparking internet parodies and presidential adoration — has died.

Budget-Friendly Materials to Pave Your Garden Path

Budget-Friendly Materials to Pave Your Garden Path

Sometimes the right path isn’t the easiest one, though you’re in luck! Follow these tips and tricks for an easy and affordable new garden path! The best thing about it? You can choose your pathway material from the comfort of your own home! Pennygem’s Chloe Hurst has the story!

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