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Roanoke YMCA discusses new before-school program
ROANOKE, Va. – The Roanoke YMCA is releasing updated details about the new before-school program that they will hold this fall. If you remember, Roanoke City Public Schools announced that middle schoolers will have a later start time. The YMCA said each middle school will have the option of...
Highlanders in the News: July 2024
Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. Here, we’ll highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a better place, we’ll feature their stories.
Virginia Energy leveraging federal funding to diversify Southwest region’s economic profile
This is Part 2 of a three-part series on efforts to develop on abandoned mine lands in Southwest Virginia. Read Part 1 here. Part 3 will be published in the coming days. NORTON – Many miners in Virginia’s coalfield region may have avoided going underground and remained topside of the earth to procure coal through […] The post Virginia Energy leveraging federal funding to diversify Southwest region’s economic profile appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
Del. Marcus Simon: Virginia’s New Laws
On July 1 this week, several new laws went into effect across the Commonwealth of Virginia, including some that may impact Falls Church residents as they go about their daily lives. The changes impact a wide range of areas, from animal welfare to higher education, reflecting the evolving priorities and...
Virginia Independence Day Weather: Storms with Heat Indices Over 100
Wakefield, VA – Virginians can expect a range of weather conditions this week, with the National Weather Service predicting significant heat and potential thunderstorms. According to the US National Weather Service Wakefield VA, today will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80s, cooler along the coast. However, summer heat returns for Independence Day, bringing highs in the mid-90s and heat indices between 98-103°F. Residents are advised to prepare for potentially dangerous heat levels.
Pinpoint Weather: Heat builds ahead of Fourth of July
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — On Wednesday, high pressure will keep Southwest and Central Virginia mostly dry. However, warmer and more humid conditions are anticipated for the remainder of the week. Showers and storms are possible for the Fourth of July. Wednesday will start with morning lows in the upper 50s and 60s. Warm and moist air […]
Multiple issues led to transportation museum resignations, former board members say
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Two weeks after six members of the Virginia Museum of Transportation Board of Directors resigned, we’re learning more about their reasons for leaving. At the same time, the museum’s current leadership says it has acted in the best interests of the organization. Six members...
'It Makes Us Look Like Fools': Riverdale Developer Urged Roanoke Council Not To 'Fire' City Manager, Emails Show
Other Roanoke developers expressed mixed feelings about Bob Cowell’s departure, with a couple saying it was time the city manager moved on. The developer behind Roanoke’s ambitious Riverdale project urged elected officials in May not to “fire” then-city manager Bob Cowell, just days before City Council accepted Cowell’s resignation, emails show.
Ramblings: Roanoke's Norwich Neighborhood Named Historic; City Seeks Input on Williamson Road; Housing Fund Gets Boost
What are Ramblings? Ramblings are a collection of short items that have caught our attention for one reason or another. What are Ramblings? Ramblings are a collection of short items that have caught our attention for one reason or another. We’re on the lookout for tidbits related to money in politics, data, business, civic engagement or interesting events. Think you know of something that could be a Rambling? Drop us a line at editor@roanokerambler.com and we may well write about it. Happy reading!
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 7/3 to 7/10.
We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. Want to know when the next City Council meeting takes place? Curious about what there’s to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.
Accessible summer fun in Roanoke without the cost
ROANOKE, Va. – If you’re looking for some family fun over the next few weeks, you’re in luck. July is Parks and Recreation Month, and Roanoke City is celebrating with lots of free activities. They kick off this Friday with the Freedom Festival and fireworks for the...
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