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The Latest: Israel intensifying attacks, Iran shows defiance, nuclear site hit

No. 3-seed Virginia basketball survives No. 14-seed Wright State to win in NCAA tournament

No. 3-seed Virginia basketball survives No. 14-seed Wright State to win in NCAA tournament

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

No. 3-seed Virginia basketball needed all 26 points it got from guard Jacari White in its fight-to-the-finish win against No. 14-seed Wright State on Friday in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Friday.

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

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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.

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

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Judge's ruling halts momentum of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda

Judge's ruling halts momentum of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 21

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for March 21

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

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. 

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

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

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UVa G Thomas on the Cavaliers surviving vs. Wright State

UVa G Thomas on the Cavaliers surviving vs. Wright State

UVa G White on his key assist and dagger 3 in the Cavaliers' win over Wright State

UVa G White on his key assist and dagger 3 in the Cavaliers' win over Wright State

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

Pentagon sending 3 more warships, thousands of marines to Middle East: U.S. media reports

Pentagon sending 3 more warships, thousands of marines to Middle East: U.S. media reports

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Ryan Odom's steadiness helps steer Virginia basketball into the Round of 32

Ryan Odom's steadiness helps steer Virginia basketball into the Round of 32

Virginia basketball players said coach Ryan Odom's calm demeanor and steadiness helped the No. 3-seed Hoos survive No. 14-seed Wright State's bid for an upset in the first round of the NCAA tournament on Friday.

How the NCAA tries to ensure game integrity amid a sports betting boom and the latest point-shaving scandal

How the NCAA tries to ensure game integrity amid a sports betting boom and the latest point-shaving scandal

When the 136 NCAA Tournament teams were revealed Sunday night, the bracket and betting bonanza began. Americans are expected to legally wager more than $3.3 billion on the Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments over the next three weeks, according to the American Gaming Association. But exactly two months before Selection Sunday, the NCAA was dealing with a different kind of ...

In the region: UVa's Moesch claims two wins at NCAA swimming championships

In the region: UVa's Moesch claims two wins at NCAA swimming championships

Plus more swimming and baseball.

Virginia Tech lacks 'fight' in NCAA Tournament loss to Oregon

Virginia Tech lacks 'fight' in NCAA Tournament loss to Oregon

Oregon took the lead for good in the first quarter and led by as many as 22 points.

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Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek to delay state, federal trials | Hot off the Wire podcast

🎧 Get a recap of recent financial, health and general interest stories through this special edition of our Hot off the Wire daily news podcast.

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.

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K-pop sensation BTS returns with a comeback concert in Seoul after a 4-year hiatus

K-pop sensation BTS returns with a comeback concert in Seoul after a 4-year hiatus

All seven members of the band — RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook — recently completed South Korea's mandatory military service.

An AI-rendered Val Kilmer will posthumously appear in a new film

An AI-rendered Val Kilmer will posthumously appear in a new film

A year after the actor's death, a generative AI version of Val Kilmer will co-star in an independent film.

Gen Z has a viral hack to fix their attention spans. It may actually work.

Gen Z has a viral hack to fix their attention spans. It may actually work.

Some commenters have pointed out the trend is not exactly revolutionary. One commenter likened it to "Gen Z re-inventing meditation."

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