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- When Virginia’s congressional candidates don’t debate, voters get sound bites instead of substance
Basic civic literacy, which debates and candidate forums promote, is not even an afterthought for many political candidates in Virginia and other states, columnist Jim Spencer writes.
- Roanoke region remains in emergency drought conditions despite rain in other areas
A map shows the Roanoke region of Virginia in emergency drought conditions in October 2026.
- Virginia education board approves new rules for local student assessments
Students in a classroom.
- Leesburg Official Pushes for All-Ages Helmet Mandate Amid Community Safety Updates
Town Council member Kelly Burke calls for expanding bicycle helmet rules beyond age 14 while highlighting recent public safety and civic events in Leesburg.