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DEVELOPMENT


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Roanoke City making use of former brownfield sites

Read full article: Roanoke City making use of former brownfield sites

There are brownfields in a lot of places, including the city of Roanoke.

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Pulaski receives $500,000 grant for brownfield studies

Read full article: Pulaski receives $500,000 grant for brownfield studies

The town of Pulaski has recently been awarded a $500,000 grant to conduct brownfield studies on potentially hazardous properties within the community.

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Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech

The development will be located on North Main Street, just outside of Virginia Techโ€™s campus, along Kabrich Street and Winston Avenue.

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Narrows faces setbacks, but community leaders push for revitalization

Read full article: Narrows faces setbacks, but community leaders push for revitalization

Giles County is known as Virginiaโ€™s Mountain Playground, and nestled between those mountains is the town of Narrows. Once a thriving town, Narrows has needed help for years.

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Roanoke County community shares optimism, concerns over Old Poage Farm development

Read full article: Roanoke County community shares optimism, concerns over Old Poage Farm development

It was standing room only Tuesday night as Roanoke County residents packed a community meeting at the South County Library to learn about the proposed Old Poage Farm development.

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Otters Way Outdoors perseveres despite challenging start

Read full article: Otters Way Outdoors perseveres despite challenging start

After looking for an outdoor recreation business in the Town of Narrows, leaders have found on, but it hasnโ€™t been the easiest start.

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Virginia Tech Board of Supervisors visits Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine ahead of vote on expansion

Read full article: Virginia Tech Board of Supervisors visits Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine ahead of vote on expansion

The animal hospital on Virginia Techโ€™s campus is training future veterinarians while helping animals in the region, and thatโ€™s why leaders want to see this hospital expand to continue do just that on a bigger scale.

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City of Radford receives grant to clean up old foundry property

Read full article: City of Radford receives grant to clean up old foundry property

Radford City has received a $3,500,000 grant in their efforts to restore the old foundry property, now known as West Radford Commerce Park.

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New Roanoke Valley partnership hopes to boost future of retail throughout the region

Read full article: New Roanoke Valley partnership hopes to boost future of retail throughout the region

Economic development teams look at retail as a foundational entity that helps drive other development

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Blacksburg Town Council considering zoning amendment to allow for smaller residential lots

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council considering zoning amendment to allow for smaller residential lots

Leaders in Blacksburg are looking to change their zoning rules to allow for residential buildings to be built on smaller plots of land.

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Plans underway to build food truck โ€˜courtโ€™ in Salem

Read full article: Plans underway to build food truck โ€˜courtโ€™ in Salem

Construction hopes to get underway within two months with a grand opening a month later.

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Montgomery County wants to hear from you for their new 20 year plan

Read full article: Montgomery County wants to hear from you for their new 20 year plan

Montgomery County is coming up on the last year of their 20 year plan, Montgomery County, 2025, and now they are looking to the future and need your input.

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Bedford County neighbors frustrated over sale of Body Camp Elementary building

Read full article: Bedford County neighbors frustrated over sale of Body Camp Elementary building

The Board of Supervisors voted to sell the former school building to Zitel

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Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors approve rezoning for data center

Read full article: Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors approve rezoning for data center

The new data center is expected to create hundreds of jobs and produce millions of dollars in tax revenue.

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Blacksburg Town Council approves to bring 73 townhomes to town

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council approves to bring 73 townhomes to town

Tuesday night, Blacksburg Town Council approved a rezoning amendment 5-1 to bring 73 townhomes where the old Blacksburg High School was.

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Renovations in Downtown Blacksburg start in August

Read full article: Renovations in Downtown Blacksburg start in August

Folks in Blacksburg are seeing renovations all throughout downtown this summer, and one area in downtown was converted into a pedestrian area a few years ago, and officials said they plan to make it easier for businesses there by improving current conditions.

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Roanoke County releases 200 Plan, draft identifies needs and goals

Read full article: Roanoke County releases 200 Plan, draft identifies needs and goals

Roanoke County unveiled their 200 Plan draft on Monday, which includes improvements that could be made by the countyโ€™s 200th anniversary, 2038.

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Virginia Tech starts demolition of Randolph Hall for future Mitchell Hall

Read full article: Virginia Tech starts demolition of Randolph Hall for future Mitchell Hall

After serving thousands of students for multiple decades, the demolition of Randolph Hall has begun.

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Salem City Council approves HopeTree rezoning plan

Read full article: Salem City Council approves HopeTree rezoning plan

HopeTree proposed selling over half its property to a developer who would build up to 340 residences and several businesses

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Public hearing set for June 4 for old Blacksburg High School

Read full article: Public hearing set for June 4 for old Blacksburg High School

Most recently, the owners of the land have requested a change in the zoning, bringing the number down to 73 townhomes from the original 100, but allows for bigger townhomes.

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Appalachian Power seeks input from Montgomery County residents

Read full article: Appalachian Power seeks input from Montgomery County residents

Appalachian Power is planning to overhaul their infrastructure in Montgomery County and they are looking for your input.

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Town of Blacksburg officials start Toms Creek Basin planning

Read full article: Town of Blacksburg officials start Toms Creek Basin planning

Officials met to go over initial development plans for the mostly undeveloped site.

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Henry County investing $24 million in Commonwealth Crossing Business Centre

Read full article: Henry County investing $24 million in Commonwealth Crossing Business Centre

A multi-million dollar investment could help attract businesses and jobs to Henry County.

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Lynchburg leaders break ground on Riverfront Park Improvement Project

Read full article: Lynchburg leaders break ground on Riverfront Park Improvement Project

The $8 million project includes a new amphitheater, playground and public restrooms.

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Montgomery County looking to be the next sports recreation destination

Read full article: Montgomery County looking to be the next sports recreation destination

Over the last few months, the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Montgomery County Tourism Office has partnered with a sports tourism team to develop a plan for sports tourism growth.

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Some Roanoke residents remain frustrated over cityโ€™s new zoning ordinances

Read full article: Some Roanoke residents remain frustrated over cityโ€™s new zoning ordinances

The new zoning ordinances were adopted to try and make it easier for developers to build in Roanoke.

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Shelor Motor Mile gifts speedway and Calfee Park to Pulaski County

Read full article: Shelor Motor Mile gifts speedway and Calfee Park to Pulaski County

Leaders in Pulaski County have announced Shelor Motor Mile is giving the Motor Mile Speedway and Calfee Park to Pulaski County.

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Blacksburg planners proposing zoning ordinance change to help with housing in the area

Read full article: Blacksburg planners proposing zoning ordinance change to help with housing in the area

Being a college town, Blacksburg has long struggled with developing housing types that attract young homebuyers.

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Virginia Tech class teams up with local county for middle school revitalization

Read full article: Virginia Tech class teams up with local county for middle school revitalization

A Virginia Tech class is working with leaders in Pulaski County to bring more housing to the area.

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Blacksburg officials look to change zoning to help housing issue

Read full article: Blacksburg officials look to change zoning to help housing issue

There is a proposal on the table to create a framework for smaller residential plots within town limits.

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Floyd receives $2.7 million to help bring businesses to the area

Read full article: Floyd receives $2.7 million to help bring businesses to the area

The US Department of Commerce recently invested $2.7 million to provide infrastructure for Floydโ€™s Regional Commerce Center.

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Senior living community to expand to Lynchburg

Read full article: Senior living community to expand to Lynchburg

Major expansion plans are coming to Lynchburg.

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Proposed zoning changes could make it easier for developers to build in Roanoke

Read full article: Proposed zoning changes could make it easier for developers to build in Roanoke

A proposed change to Roanokeโ€™s zoning ordinances would be to change โ€œSingle-Family Districtโ€ to โ€œResidential District.โ€

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Botetourt County Board of Supervisors vote to approve Wawa, 4-1

Read full article: Botetourt County Board of Supervisors vote to approve Wawa, 4-1

Botetourt County residents, buckle up โ€“ the Wawa convenience store has been approved.

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Tensions high during Evans Spring council meeting

Read full article: Tensions high during Evans Spring council meeting

The pressure was on during Tuesday nightโ€™s Roanoke City Council meeting on Evans Spring.

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Roanoke County continues to make progress on 419 Town Center Plan

Read full article: Roanoke County continues to make progress on 419 Town Center Plan

The plan lays out what the community wants to see in the corridor going forward.

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Salem residents voice concerns over HopeTree campus proposed development

Read full article: Salem residents voice concerns over HopeTree campus proposed development

Salem's Planning Commission heard hours of comment during a public hearing on Wednesday.

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Roanoke City holds open houses on zoning reform, expanding housing

Read full article: Roanoke City holds open houses on zoning reform, expanding housing

Starting on Wednesday, Roanoke City Planning is holding open house meetings on zoning reform.

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Pulaski town leaders buy 155 acres for development

Read full article: Pulaski town leaders buy 155 acres for development

The town has recently purchased 155 acres of undeveloped land between Memorial Drive and Pepper's Ferry Road, that has been vacant for decades, for future development. As one of the largest undeveloped tracts of land within the town limits, the town has had interest in the property for several years, given its location and topography. and inquiries as to its intended use and/or availability were made.

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Renderings revealed for new Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital

Read full article: Renderings revealed for new Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital

Construction is expected to begin this fall with a goal of completing the project in 2026.

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Blacksburg town officials look to improve Prices Fork, Route 460 interchange

Read full article: Blacksburg town officials look to improve Prices Fork, Route 460 interchange

The Town of Blacksburg is looking for feedback on the Prices Fork & 460 interchange in hopes of making it more accessible to pedestrians and cyclists.

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Christiansburg officials seeking public input for comprehensive plan

Read full article: Christiansburg officials seeking public input for comprehensive plan

Christiansburg town officials are looking for input from the community on what they want to see for the future of Christiansburg.

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Henry County repurchases shell building sold to German company

Read full article: Henry County repurchases shell building sold to German company

In 2021, it was announced that Schock GmbH, the inventor of quartz composite sinks, was investing $85 million to establish its first U.S. manufacturing operation in Henry County.

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Amtrak railway in New River Valley delayed to 2028

Read full article: Amtrak railway in New River Valley delayed to 2028

Though the original date has changed, officials from the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority said they are working to get a railway in the New River Valley.

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Botetourt County Board of Supervisors table Wawa convenience store proposal

Read full article: Botetourt County Board of Supervisors table Wawa convenience store proposal

The fate of a popular convenience store expanding to the Daleville Town Center remains unknown following a Botetourt County Board of Supervisors meeting.

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HopeTree campus in Salem potential site for major development project

Read full article: HopeTree campus in Salem potential site for major development project

It could be the city's largest residential community with hundreds of homes, a hotel, offices and restaurants.

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Roanoke Redevelopment Housing Authority looks to bring affordable housing to the city

Read full article: Roanoke Redevelopment Housing Authority looks to bring affordable housing to the city

More affordable housing coming to Roanoke.

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Want your packages faster? Amazon last-mile delivery facility coming soon in Roanoke

Read full article: Want your packages faster? Amazon last-mile delivery facility coming soon in Roanoke

Roanoke city leaders have announced the development of an Amazon last-mile facility on Blue Hills Drive.

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Botetourt County Planning Commission denies recommendation for Wawa convenience store

Read full article: Botetourt County Planning Commission denies recommendation for Wawa convenience store

The Board of Supervisors will have the ultimate decision on whether the chain expands to Daleville.

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Pulaski County set to make improvements to emergency services

Read full article: Pulaski County set to make improvements to emergency services

Pulaski County officials held two studies in 2023 to set a baseline to improve their fire and safety teams across the county.

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Wawa could be coming to Daleville

Read full article: Wawa could be coming to Daleville

Plans are proposed to bring Wawa to the Daleville Town Center.

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Group rallies against Evans Spring development in Roanoke

Read full article: Group rallies against Evans Spring development in Roanoke

On Monday, a group gathered on the steps of Roanokeโ€™s City Hall to rally against development in Evans spring.

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Gov. Youngkin attends Tyson grand opening in Pittsylvania County

Read full article: Gov. Youngkin attends Tyson grand opening in Pittsylvania County

After years of construction, Tyson Chicken has opened their processing plant in Southside.

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Evans Spring development could bring $2.9B economic impact, consultants say

Read full article: Evans Spring development could bring $2.9B economic impact, consultants say

Consultants believe their new concept plan could have an overall $ 2.9-billion economic impact.

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10 News Investigates: Virginia lawmakers help seek funding for Wythe Countyโ€™s multi-million dollar glove factory

Read full article: 10 News Investigates: Virginia lawmakers help seek funding for Wythe Countyโ€™s multi-million dollar glove factory

The Blue Star NBR glove manufacturing project is only partially finished as the rest of this multi-million dollar development is on hold after federal funding fell through.

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10 News Investigates: $700 million Wythe County development set to bring in 2,500 jobs put on hold

Read full article: 10 News Investigates: $700 million Wythe County development set to bring in 2,500 jobs put on hold

The future of Blue Star NBRโ€™s glove manufacturing facilities are in limbo with funding uncertain.

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Full body fitness court opens at Randolph Park in Pulaski County

Read full article: Full body fitness court opens at Randolph Park in Pulaski County

Members of the Pulaski County Parks and Recreation Department unveiled the new outdoor fitness court at Randolph Park.

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Huckleberry Park opens in Christiansburg

Read full article: Huckleberry Park opens in Christiansburg

After two years in the making, Huckleberry Park in Christiansburg is open.

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Montgomery County works to bring internet to every citizen

Read full article: Montgomery County works to bring internet to every citizen

Montgomery County leaders and their partners are working to connect every citizen in Montgomery County to the Internet, no matter where they are located.

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Senator Mark Warner visits Pulaski County to talk home development

Read full article: Senator Mark Warner visits Pulaski County to talk home development

Senator Mark Warner wants more people in rural communities to be able to purchase homes.

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Roanoke City Council approves rezoning request for Fishburn Park coffee shop

Read full article: Roanoke City Council approves rezoning request for Fishburn Park coffee shop

Roanoke City Council unanimously approved the revised rezoning request.

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Dunkinโ€™ coming soon to Daleville

Read full article: Dunkinโ€™ coming soon to Daleville

Officials said Dunkinโ€™ has signed a lease and plans to open a location at the newly constructed building in front of Orchard Marketplace Shopping Center.

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Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors votes to approve 580-acre housing project

Read full article: Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors votes to approve 580-acre housing project

The Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors voted to approve a housing project at Tuesdayโ€™s board meeting.

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โ€˜Itโ€™s going to be a huge impactโ€™: Neighbors oppose Craig Botetourt scenic trail project

Read full article: โ€˜Itโ€™s going to be a huge impactโ€™: Neighbors oppose Craig Botetourt scenic trail project

A 26-mile-long trail is planned for Botetourt and Craig County, and project leaders hope it will boost the economy and bring visitors to the area.

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Martinsville leaders pass resolution to support $10M hotel project

Read full article: Martinsville leaders pass resolution to support $10M hotel project

Martinsville leaders have taken a step forward to support plans for a ten-million-dollar hotel project.

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Botetourt County Planning Commission votes to approve Harvest Blue Ridge project

Read full article: Botetourt County Planning Commission votes to approve Harvest Blue Ridge project

The Botetourt County Planning Commission voted to approve the Harvest Blue Ridge project in Daleville.

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Blacksburg Town Council to consider second Midtown hotel proposal

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council to consider second Midtown hotel proposal

Blacksburg Town Council is considering a proposal from a developer to build a second hotel at the Midtown site.

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Roanoke leaders get first look at concept plan for Gainsboro neighborhood

Read full article: Roanoke leaders get first look at concept plan for Gainsboro neighborhood

The City of Roanoke is looking at ways to revitalize the Gainsboro neighborhood.

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NW Roanoke residents still pushing for no development at Evans Spring area

Read full article: NW Roanoke residents still pushing for no development at Evans Spring area

Many people living nearby Evans Spring moved there after being forced from their homes during Urban Renewal.

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Roanoke City Council hears update on Evans Spring future development

Read full article: Roanoke City Council hears update on Evans Spring future development

While there is no finalized development in place, consultants are starting to get a better idea of what could go in the 150 acres of developable land.

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Town of Bedford approves new business-class hotel

Read full article: Town of Bedford approves new business-class hotel

Major construction is coming to the town of Bedford.

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Gainsboro Neighborhood Center Report set to be released Tuesday night

Read full article: Gainsboro Neighborhood Center Report set to be released Tuesday night

On Tuesday night, the Gainsboro Neighborhood Center Report will be presented to the community after a year of planning and public input.

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Roanoke Countyโ€™s Tanglewood Mall under new ownership

Read full article: Roanoke Countyโ€™s Tanglewood Mall under new ownership

Roanoke Countyโ€™s Tanglewood Mall is under new ownership, and county leaders are hopeful for what this new phase could bring.

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Demolition to begin on Vinton properties affected by 2022 fire

Read full article: Demolition to begin on Vinton properties affected by 2022 fire

Demolition is expected to begin early next week on properties in downtown Vinton that were affected by a devastating fire in 2022.

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Northwest Roanoke community shares thoughts on Evans Spring development

Read full article: Northwest Roanoke community shares thoughts on Evans Spring development

The 150 acres of land is the largest site of developable vacant area left in the city.

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Draft of Roanoke County 200 Plan revealed at meeting

Read full article: Draft of Roanoke County 200 Plan revealed at meeting

The county will have a series of meetings throughout the 11 community planning areas

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Major development proposed for Southeast Roanoke

Read full article: Major development proposed for Southeast Roanoke

A new project that will turn the former Viscose plant in Southeast Roanoke into a major development was announced during the Tuesday night City Council meeting.

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Gov. Youngkin announces millions in grants for industrial sites across Virginia

Read full article: Gov. Youngkin announces millions in grants for industrial sites across Virginia

Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced $90 million in development grants for 21 different industrial sites across the state, some of which are in our region.

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Roanoke City taps new consultant to create plan for Evans Spring area

Read full article: Roanoke City taps new consultant to create plan for Evans Spring area

Roanoke City has tapped a new consultant to create a plan to develop the Evans Spring area.

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Blacksburg housing concerns continue

Read full article: Blacksburg housing concerns continue

Blacksburg developments raise some concerns for residents over student housing, but officials work to put them at ease.

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Roanoke residents voice opinions on proposed Crystal Spring hotel

Read full article: Roanoke residents voice opinions on proposed Crystal Spring hotel

A proposed hotel is raising concerns for some residents. On Wednesday, they voiced their opinions at a Roanoke Zoning Board of Appeals meeting.

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Danville leaders, Caesars Entertainment sign casino deal ahead of November vote

Read full article: Danville leaders, Caesars Entertainment sign casino deal ahead of November vote

DANVILLE, Va. Danville city leaders put pen to paper Thursday afternoon and signed a development agreement with Caesars Entertainment to bring a new casino to the city. Im honored to be here on such a momentous day, said Tom Reeg, the CEO of Caesars Entertainment. Caesars Entertainment Strategic Advisor Tony Rodio said the casino will create an economic boost for the city. Its going to have really almost an outlandish impact on our ability to provide services to our community and really make a difference for our people, said Danville City Manager Ken Larking. For people who worry their vote wont even matter because Danville leaders have already signed the agreement, Larking and Danville Mayor Alonzo Jones disagree.

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