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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.

Data centers now on defensive after Virginia court ruling, budget fight

Data centers now on defensive after Virginia court ruling, budget fight

  • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Former Sen. Chap Petersen, D-Fairfax, says the data center industry is in retreat after the Virginia Court of Appeals threw out rezoning decisions for the Prince William Digital Gateway this week.

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

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

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

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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.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 3

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 3

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Spanberger signed into law a batch of education bills aimed at student safety

Spanberger signed into law a batch of education bills aimed at student safety

The eight bills largely focus on K-12 schools, and each of them passed with bipartisan support.

Many Virginians drop ACA coverage and more likely will, SCC hears

Many Virginians drop ACA coverage and more likely will, SCC hears

Tens of thousands of Virginians have dropped Obamacare coverage after costs soared, and tens of thousands more could do so in the next few days.

A1 Minute! April 2, 2026: Hack for RVA civic hackathon; DuPont sells Kevlar and Nomex divisions; Virginia Tourism Corporation partners with Devils Backbone Brewing

A1 Minute! April 2, 2026: Hack for RVA civic hackathon; DuPont sells Kevlar and Nomex divisions; Virginia Tourism Corporation partners with Devils Backbone Brewing

Hack for RVA civic hackathon; DuPont sells Kevlar and Nomex divisions; Virginia Tourism Corporation partners with Devils Backbone Brewing

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 2

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 2

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

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Downed US pilot trained to survive, evade, resist and escape: Analysis

Downed US pilot trained to survive, evade, resist and escape: Analysis

Hokies' Grunkemeyer on decision to transfer to Virginia Tech

Hokies' Grunkemeyer on decision to transfer to Virginia Tech

Local affiliate of Iran state TV claims a US fighter pilot ejected from an aircraft in southwest Iran

Local affiliate of Iran state TV claims a US fighter pilot ejected from an aircraft in southwest Iran

Bear cub rescued from roadside ditch along I‑78 in Union Township

Bear cub rescued from roadside ditch along I‑78 in Union Township

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Amaka Agugua-Hamilton out as Virginia women's basketball coach

Amaka Agugua-Hamilton out as Virginia women's basketball coach

Not even a Sweet 16 run could save Amaka Agugua-Hamilton, who UVa announced will not return as coach of the women's basketball program.

Hokies' Grunkemeyer on decision to transfer to Virginia Tech

Hokies' Grunkemeyer on decision to transfer to Virginia Tech

Ethan Grunkemeyer thankful that challenging 2025 season allowed him to grow as a QB

Ethan Grunkemeyer thankful that challenging 2025 season allowed him to grow as a QB

"I think just the growth process was just the biggest thing that I was really thankful for," he said.

A massive brawl in the Vet’s 700 Level turned the 1999 Phillies home opener into ‘something out of the Wild West’

A massive brawl in the Vet’s 700 Level turned the 1999 Phillies home opener into ‘something out of the Wild West’

PHILADELPHIA — Every year around late March or early April, a video starts to circulate among Monsignor Bonner’s Class of 1999. It is just over three minutes long, with no sound, but any member of that group would immediately recognize it. The scene was Veterans Stadium, April 12, 1999. The Phillies were playing their home opener against the Atlanta Braves on a breezy, brisk afternoon. In the ...

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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.

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AKC tips on how to read your dog’s facial expressions

AKC tips on how to read your dog’s facial expressions

Although dogs have facial expressions, it can be hard to tell what they are trying to communicate. Here are some tips.

How one family's bipolar disorder experience led to more than $1 billion for the Broad Institute

How one family's bipolar disorder experience led to more than $1 billion for the Broad Institute

The Stanley Family Foundation has announced another $280 million for the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research at Broad Institute, bringing its total contributions to the Massachusetts-based nonprofit over $1 billion.

Gravel gardens can cut wildfire and heat risks. It's being used outside fire zones too

Gravel gardens can cut wildfire and heat risks. It's being used outside fire zones too

A simple switch from organic mulch to gravel can help cut wildfire risk and save water. Now, that strategy is becoming trendy in other regions. 

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