RURAL

Franklin County works through winter storm impacts with coordinated emergency efforts, community cooperation

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As a winter storm continues to impact rural Virginia communities, Franklin County emergency officials and residents are emphasizing the importance of advance preparation and community cooperation.

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Pulaski County Administrator talks about business growth and connections with Richmond.

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Pulaski County Administrator Jonathan Sweet chats with WSLS 10 about business growth in the county, more than 20 businesses opened in the area.

U.S. Census data shows rural decline, urban growth and greater diversity in Central and Southwest Virginia

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The 2020 U.S. Census gives new insights into how the country is changing.

Carilion Clinic receives nearly $1M to expand telemedicine to rural communities

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“It’s another tool in our toolbox," said Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Information Officer, Dr. Stephen Morga. The grant allows Carilion to create Virtual Care Centers so patients who live far away from specialty doctors can go to a medical office closer to home. “Folks that have to take a bus or don’t have their own transportation really find it hard to get in routinely for medical care. Carilion plans to educate patients about the technology so they could use it from home. Carilion plans to implement the changes and technology starting at the beginning of 2021.