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A Roanoke firefighter is tackling homelessness and community issues by becoming the Roanoke Raven, a masked do-gooder inspiring everyday heroism. His simple acts like distributing water and cleaning streets are sparking a movement of kindness across Virginia.
A Roanoke business owner quit his unfulfilling job to launch a volunteer program that helps elderly residents and neighbors maintain their properties at no cost. Since starting, Roanoke Reset has brought together volunteers who work through rain and shine to lift burdens off those who can no longer do the work themselves.
After a federal pause sparked legal battles, Virginia's massive offshore wind farm is back on track to power 660,000 homes. Senator Tim Kaine toured the Portsmouth terminal where the first turbine was just assembled, calling it a "Virginia pride moment."
A groundbreaking facility in Virginia will use artificial intelligence to combine data from 28 research centers nationwide, helping scientists answer questions that have stumped them for generations. The project positions Virginia at the center of America's next wave of scientific breakthroughs.
After a year away for renovations, Roanoke's historic Eureka Park welcomes the community back for its annual Juneteenth Family Reunion. The newly renovated recreation center has been a cornerstone of Black community life for generations.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is reinforcing the state's commitment to renewable energy by appointing Josephus Allmond as Chief Energy Officer. The move signals continued support for the Virginia Clean Economy Act, which has been driving the state toward wind and solar power since 2020.
Northern Virginia just unveiled a bold new innovation district designed to transform the region into a global hub where tech companies, universities, and government agencies solve America's biggest challenges together. With Amazon, Northrop Grumman, and Virginia Tech leading the charge, this could reshape how the nation tackles everything from national security to next-generation technology.
A Virginia rescue is teaching everyday people the skills to save the tiniest kittens during peak season. No experience needed, just a willingness to learn bottle feeding and round-the-clock care.
Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.
A rural region once underserved by cutting-edge medicine is now attracting cancer patients nationwide. New clinical trials in Southwest Virginia are bringing breakthrough treatments directly to communities that need them most.
Anne Houston, who teaches anatomy at Cave Spring High School, just won Roanoke County's top teaching honor and a year with a brand new SUV. Her secret? Making sure every student understands why learning about the human body matters for their future.
After 20 years of planning and setbacks, Virginia's first major wind farm is nearly complete, with 13 massive turbines ready to power over 20,000 homes. The $300 million Rocky Forge Wind project proves clean energy can work in the Commonwealth.
Dominion Energy just renewed a deal to buy 30 acres in Virginia Beach that could power 200,000 homes with clean ocean wind. The project brings Virginia closer to its ambitious goal of generating 5.2 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2035.
A nonprofit in Virginia is offering free three-hour sailing trips to cancer patients and their families, giving them a chance to escape treatment stress and feel in control again. In its first year, Sail Beyond Cancer Virginia has already hosted over 300 life-changing sails.
An endangered bat population in West Virginia just grew by 150, and that's great news for farmers who depend on these tiny pest controllers worth billions. Scientists tracking Virginia big-eared bats found over 1,500 at a single maternity cave, proof that careful monitoring can help threatened species bounce back.
A new addiction treatment facility in Chesterfield, Virginia, is opening its doors with 120 beds and a mission to tackle the opioid crisis that costs the state over $5 billion annually. The center comes as overdose deaths in Virginia show their first steady decline since 2024. #
After a decade of delays, Virginia's first onshore wind farm has turbines standing tall in Botetourt County and will begin generating clean energy later this year. The project will power over 20,000 homes and bring nearly $1 million in annual tax revenue to the community.
Virginia lawmakers just passed groundbreaking legislation to help veterans struggling with depression and PTSD. Once the FDA approves psilocybin-based medicine, veterans will have immediate legal access to this promising treatment.
Virginia workers can now see salary ranges before applying for jobs, giving them more power in negotiations. The new law also bans employers from asking about previous pay.
Virginia just became the third state to legalize balcony solar panels that homeowners can install themselves without permits or professional help. The move removes a major barrier to making solar power accessible for renters and homeowners alike.
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