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Virginia hires Richmond's Aaron Roussell as new women's basketball coach

Virginia hires Richmond's Aaron Roussell as new women's basketball coach

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

The search for Virginia's next women's basketball coach was a quick one as the Cavaliers hired Richmond coach Aaron Roussell on Tuesday.

Chilhowie switches to biodegradable bags for yard waste

Chilhowie switches to biodegradable bags for yard waste

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A new environmentally friendly way to dispose of grass clippings and fallen leaves is now available for Chilhowie residents.

Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris was denied a preliminary injunction in Charlottesville Circuit Court on Thursday, as the court sided with the NCAA in Morris' eligibility case.

Work on Exit 39 truck stop expected to move more quickly now

Work on Exit 39 truck stop expected to move more quickly now

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The developer of a truck stop planned for a site at Interstate 81’s Exit 39 expects that ground will be broken later this year.

E&H School of Health Sciences is seeing student population growth

E&H School of Health Sciences is seeing student population growth

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Emory & Henry University’s School of Health Sciences’ student enrollment is bouncing back.

NAACP warns against 'misleading' referendum mailers from PAC linked to tech billionaire

NAACP warns against 'misleading' referendum mailers from PAC linked to tech billionaire

  • ANNA BRYSON Richmond Times-Dispatch

Records show the political action committee Justice for Democracy, which opposes the April 21 referendum, received a $2.5 million contribution from an entity linked to tech billionaire Peter Thiel.

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.

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New attorney is representing Wolfe as case moves forward

New attorney is representing Wolfe as case moves forward

Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

Top Smyth DAR essay wins state competition

The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 8

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 8

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Spanberger signs 21 education bills, some to curb tech use and addiction

Spanberger signs 21 education bills, some to curb tech use and addiction

Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed 21 education bills, advancing efforts to address student mental health, regulate schools’ use of technology and social media and bolster oversight of struggling schools.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 7

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 7

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 6

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 6

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 5

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 5

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 4

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 4

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Former UVa football player accused of rape says complainant's own words ruin her case

Former UVa football player accused of rape says complainant's own words ruin her case

Jahmal Edrine, a former UVa wide receiver accused of rape, has filed for a dismissal of the case against him, using the alleged victim's own words against her.

Four arrested in homicide case in which victim was found in a Caroline pond

Four arrested in homicide case in which victim was found in a Caroline pond

A multi-agency investigation led to four arrests in the homicide of a Hopewell teen found in Sparta, with more charges possible.

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UVa 2B Tiroly on game-tying homer in ninth vs. JMU

UVa 2B Tiroly on game-tying homer in ninth vs. JMU

Bourbon demand is down and tariffs aren't helping. But distillers keep building

Bourbon demand is down and tariffs aren't helping. But distillers keep building

Hokies' Franklin on how first spring practices are going

Hokies' Franklin on how first spring practices are going

Veterans weigh in on Hegseth and Trump invoking biblical language and Easter messaging around Iran war

Veterans weigh in on Hegseth and Trump invoking biblical language and Easter messaging around Iran war

Sports

Adam Minter: The FCC may rescue frustrated NFL fans

Adam Minter: The FCC may rescue frustrated NFL fans

Many sports fans are becoming familiar with an annoying scenario: settling onto the sofa for a game that once came for free, only to find it missing from the streaming service they now pay for. Instead, it’s on a different platform. And next week’s game? That one is on a service they canceled after signing up to watch a single matchup last year. The frustration is no longer just a fan ...

James Madison baseball tops No. 13 Virginia in 10 innings

James Madison baseball tops No. 13 Virginia in 10 innings

James Madison baseball upset No. 13 Virginia, 8-7, in 10 innings on Tuesday night at Disharoon Park.

No. 12 Virginia Tech softball belts three homers in win over Radford

No. 12 Virginia Tech softball belts three homers in win over Radford

The Hokies beat Radford for the 10th straight time.

Lindsey Vonn considering return to skiing: 'I never got a final run'

Lindsey Vonn considering return to skiing: 'I never got a final run'

Despite a crash at the Milano Cortina Olympics that fractured her tibia and nearly forced doctors to amputate her leg, Lindsey Vonn is still contemplating a return to competitive skiing.

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Autism Acceptance Month: celebrating neurodiversity
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Autism Acceptance Month: celebrating neurodiversity

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Learn what autism is, why Autism Acceptance Month matters, and simple ways to support inclusion, local events, volunteers, and caregivers in your community.

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Aba services at Mount Rogers help a boy with autism
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Aba services at Mount Rogers help a boy with autism

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A mother shares how ABA services at Mount Rogers help her autistic son Emmett build skills, adapt care to his medical needs and receive patient, persistent support.

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Mount Rogers mobile crisis team supports youth in care
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Mount Rogers mobile crisis team supports youth in care

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Mount Rogers Community Services’ mobile health crisis team partners with Presbyterian Children’s Home of the Highlands to provide on-site support for youth in crisis.

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Public notice: Madison County Board special meeting
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Public notice: Madison County Board special meeting

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Madison County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting April 16, 2026, at 7:45 a.m. before a school tour starting around 8:00 a.m. in Madison, Virginia.

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Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Episode 240: In a fast-moving world filled with distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In this episode, hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the idea of reverence — a quality that once shaped how people understood life, but now often feels distant or overlooked.

'Happy's Place' is NBC's latest bar-centric sitcom | Streamed & Screened

'Happy's Place' is NBC's latest bar-centric sitcom | Streamed & Screened

Pablo Castelblanco, who plays Steve on "Happy's Place," talks with co-host Bruce Miller about the show and his background.

'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.

Life & Entertainment

Julia Cooke shares a secret about writing ‘Starry and Restless’

Julia Cooke shares a secret about writing ‘Starry and Restless’

Julia Cooke is the author of the books “Come Fly the World: The Jet-Age Story of the Women of Pan Am” and “The Other Side of Paradise: Life in the New Cuba.” Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Tin House, Smithsonian, Condé Nast Traveler and other outlets. Her latest work of nonfiction is “Starry and Restless.” Q. Please tell readers about your new book. “Starry and Restless: Three ...

Bourbon demand is down and tariffs aren't helping. But distillers keep building

Bourbon demand is down and tariffs aren't helping. But distillers keep building

Tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump are creating mounting challenges for Kentucky’s bourbon industry, a sector heavily reliant on global trade.

The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

The Zendaya-thon is upon us: From 'The Drama' to 'Euphoria,' it's time to lean in

Zendaya made it clear in February that she is very aware of the year she's having, telling Rotten Tomatoes and Fandango she hopes people "don't get sick of me."

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Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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