Decades after the building last had business, town officials continue to incentivize prospective business owners and issue maintenance violations in the process.

Reacting to criticism that she has vetoed some key Democratic priorities, the Democratic governor says it’s important to get the details on those bills right., especially since she’s ...

The governor’s office and Virginia State Police have said they’re working to implement the bill, but neither will provide a timeline for when the background checks will resume, or details as to ...

The State Corporation Commission on Wednesday approved a much smaller rate increase than what Appalachian Power had initially requested. Photo by Matt Busse. State regulators on Wednesday approved a ...

Even after a gray, rainy weekend, Carvins Cove’s water level will remain lower than usual for the time being. The Carvins Cove Reservoir’s water level currently sits 11 feet lower than normal, Mike ...

Plus: Lynchburg upgrades its GIS website and more than $1 million in grants will go to Campbell County projects.

This is an installment in a monthslong reporting series on Southwest and Southside Virginia’s volunteer fire departments and rescue squads, the challenges they face, and the solutions they’re finding ...

The Martinsville City Council will hear residents’ opinions about a no-frills budget for fiscal 2026-27 when it meets on Tuesday. If approved, the nearly $122 million budget that would take effect ...

From elsewhere: Virginia eyes toll revenue for transit as express lane debate grows. Neglected Chesterfield landfill needs $173 million to prevent environmental “catastrophe.” Amherst commission talks ...

NextEra is touting $2.25 billion in one-time bill credits for Dominion customers spread across millions of customers over three states during a two-year period. This is a temporary payment, not a ...

We’re still waiting to see how the relationship between the governor and the General Assembly plays out. Plus, Lynchburg Republicans and, yes, more redistricting fallout.

Mountain Valley Pipeline-related construction on Bent Mountain in Roanoke County in December 2023. Photo by Megan Schnabel. The Mountain Valley Pipeline’s lead developer said Tuesday it anticipates ...