Letters for June 19: Youngkin should admit president is bad for Virginia

Youngkin’s response I am very interested to hear what Gov. Glenn Youngkin has to say about the federal administration, which he so loved, now that Virginia has been severely affected by President Donald Trump’s vicious cuts. Hampton Roads is losing nearly …

Virginia Egg Council holding contest; learn how to make holiday stars

Drones to assist Virginia Beach Police Department in public safety

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As the use of drones expands across various sectors, from videography to surveillance to package delivery, they are now being integrated into public safety efforts. Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate stressed the importance of …

Chesapeake, Virginia Beach named among top 5 cities for first-time homebuyers

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — First-time homebuyers in Hampton Roads have some of the best housing markets to choose from nationwide, according to a new report. Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, respectively, ranked first and second on the Consumer Affairs list for …

Virginia governor election 2025: Who to expect on the ballot in November

The lieutenant governor, attorney general and all 100 seats in the Virginia House of Delegates will also be on the ballot in November. RICHMOND, Va. — With the primary election results in, Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial candidates are set. Virginia is …

Blenko Glass hits the rails for West Virginia Day

The Blenko Glass Company’s 2025 West Virginia Day pieces were inspired by railroads and the Shay #2 locomotive at Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. From left: Holler Song swung companion piece, commemorative suncatcher and Full Steam Ahead Decanter with the …

Southern Virginia Latino Association shares resources and legal rights with community

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Southern Virginia Latino Association is getting the word out about the available resources and legal rights for the Latino community during a time of uncertainty. The organization informs Latinos about local resources through …

A. Duie Pyle opens up new West Virginia-based LTL facility

West Chester, Penn.-based freight transportation and supply chain services provider A. Duie Pyle said this week it has opened up a new less-than-truckload (LTL) service center in Bridgeport, West Virginia, representing the company’s fifth facility opening …

Canoers rescue baby beaver, now recovering at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center

ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Two canoers rescued a baby beaver over the weekend. Two people were canoeing the Sandy River Reservoir in Prince Edward County, Virginia, when they noticed a baby beaver all alone along the banks. The kit saw them and reportedly swam …

West By Pod: Rich Rod Rewatchables | 2002 Virginia Tech

Rich Rod Rewatchables rolls on with one of the most memorable wins of the early Rich Rod era — a 21–18 upset over No. 13 Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. A hostile crowd, a last minute goal line stand, and the first real signature win for Rich Rodriguez.