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Kaiser affiliates will pay $556M to settle a lawsuit alleging Medicare fraud
Read full article: Kaiser affiliates will pay $556M to settle a lawsuit alleging Medicare fraudKaiser Permanente affiliates will pay $556 million to settle a lawsuit that alleged the health care giant committed Medicare fraud and pressured doctors to list incorrect diagnoses on medical records to receive higher reimbursements.
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley see double-digit profit jumps amid surging stock market
Read full article: Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley see double-digit profit jumps amid surging stock marketGoldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley have reported strong profits in the fourth quarter, driven by a surging stock market and increased deal making.
Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobs
Read full article: Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobsInfinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
Judge hands offshore wind industry another victory against Trump in clearing way for NY project
Read full article: Judge hands offshore wind industry another victory against Trump in clearing way for NY projectA federal judge has cleared the way for a New York offshore wind project to resume construction.
Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobs
Read full article: Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobsInfinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
Liberty High’s Kris Wingfield honored as Bedford County’s 2027 Teacher of the Year
Read full article: Liberty High’s Kris Wingfield honored as Bedford County’s 2027 Teacher of the YearBedford County Public Schools has named Kris Wingfield of Liberty High School as its 2027 Bedford County Teacher of the Year.
Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington Location Opens
Read full article: Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington Location OpensCarilion Clinic leaders gathered today for the ribbon-cutting of the new Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington location at 146 South Main Street in Lexington.
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Liberty High’s Kris Wingfield honored as Bedford County’s 2027 Teacher of the Year
Read full article: Liberty High’s Kris Wingfield honored as Bedford County’s 2027 Teacher of the YearBedford County Public Schools has named Kris Wingfield of Liberty High School as its 2027 Bedford County Teacher of the Year.
Venezuela’s new leader faces competing pressures from the US and a government loyal to Maduro
Read full article: Venezuela’s new leader faces competing pressures from the US and a government loyal to MaduroVenezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez is set to deliver her first state of the union speech.
Democrats hope a blue wave washes over Wisconsin and gives them total control of battleground state
Read full article: Democrats hope a blue wave washes over Wisconsin and gives them total control of battleground stateWisconsin Democrats are hoping to flip majority control of the Legislature and retain the governor's seat this year.
Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate raises 10 times more than conservative
Read full article: Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate raises 10 times more than conservativeThe Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court raised 10 times as much last year as her Republican-endorsed opponent, putting in stark relief the challenge conservatives face in winning the race in the battleground state.
US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government
Read full article: US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the governmentThe U.S. is imposing new sanctions on Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against Iran’s theocratic government.
Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yet
Read full article: Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yetThe final day to select Affordable Care Act health insurance for the year has arrived across much of the country.
Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington Location Opens
Read full article: Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington Location OpensCarilion Clinic leaders gathered today for the ribbon-cutting of the new Carilion Children’s Pediatric Medicine - Lexington location at 146 South Main Street in Lexington.
Court ruling jeopardizes freedom for pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil
Read full article: Court ruling jeopardizes freedom for pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud KhalilA federal appeals panel has reversed a lower court decision that released former Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil from an immigration jail, bringing the government one step closer to detaining and ultimately deporting the Palestinian activist.
US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil
Read full article: US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oilU.S. forces in the Caribbean Sea have seized another sanctioned oil tanker the Trump administration says has ties to Venezuela.
Beware of online ads with elaborate backstories. They may not be from a real small business
Read full article: Beware of online ads with elaborate backstories. They may not be from a real small businessOnline ads that appeared before the holidays linked to a website featuring a photo of a woman hand-knitting a Christmas sweater.
Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive species
Read full article: Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive speciesThe Virginia National Heritage Program announced the Roanoke Valley Naturalist Chapter volunteers removed thousands of pounds of invasive species.
Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest VirginiaIvana Sumbundu, founder of Vana Verse, is dedicated to connecting local authors with local readers in Southwest Virginia.
Protestors gather in Roanoke as part of nationwide protests following fatal shooting by ICE agent
Read full article: Protestors gather in Roanoke as part of nationwide protests following fatal shooting by ICE agentDozens - if not more than a hundred people - gathered at Elmwood Park on Sunday afternoon to take part in a nationwide movement after a deadly shooting in Minnesota involving an ICE Agent.
Del. Sam Rasoul files legislation to expand affordable housing unit availability
Read full article: Del. Sam Rasoul files legislation to expand affordable housing unit availabilityNew affordable housing in Roanoke is a persistent topic in the Star City. Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, recently filed legislation to expand the availability of affordable housing units in the city.
E.C. Glass High School closed Thursday over potential threat and LPD investigation, according to officials
Read full article: E.C. Glass High School closed Thursday over potential threat and LPD investigation, according to officialsLynchburg City Schools announced Wednesday that E.C. Glass High School would be closed out of an abundance of caution after investigators and law enforcement were made aware of a threat made involving an external contractor working on E.C. Glass Grounds.
Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan future
Read full article: Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan futureVirginia’s data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, and leaders from across the commonwealth gathered in Lynchburg to chart its future at the Emerging Industry Summit on Data Center Development.
Man charged after assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in Lynchburg
Read full article: Man charged after assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in LynchburgA man has been charged and is currently in custody in connection with an assault and attempted robbery at Benny’s Pizza in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Lynchburg streetlight outages widespread, vice mayor urges better reporting
Read full article: Lynchburg streetlight outages widespread, vice mayor urges better reportingHundreds of streetlights are currently out across Lynchburg, affecting many neighborhoods and raising concerns about safety. The city’s vice mayor is investigating the issue and working on improving how outages are reported and addressed. Residents are urged to stay cautious when out after dark as the city seeks solutions.
Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobs
Read full article: Packaging supply company expanding operations in Danville, creating 150 new jobsInfinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
15th arrest made in Martinsville shooting that killed 39-year-old woman
Read full article: 15th arrest made in Martinsville shooting that killed 39-year-old womanThe Martinsville Police Department has made its 15th arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 39-year-old woman last August.
Crisis Center comes to Alleghany Highlands
Read full article: Crisis Center comes to Alleghany HighlandsMillions of dollars in state funding will provide a boost to mental health services in the Alleghany Highlands. Lawmakers and community members broke ground Monday on a new 24/7 crisis receiving center in Covington, an effort to help adults and children dealing with mental health emergencies.
Bitter Cold & High Winds Today!
Read full article: Bitter Cold & High Winds Today!A few snow flurries have worked their way into the region overnight and into the early morning hours today. This is all because of a quick-moving clipper system that will exit within the next couple of hours. We will then clear out the cloud cover for the remainder of the day!
Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive species
Read full article: Roanoke Valley Master Naturalist Chapter removes thousands of pounds of invasive speciesThe Virginia National Heritage Program announced the Roanoke Valley Naturalist Chapter volunteers removed thousands of pounds of invasive species.
Beloved Blacksburg Restaurant Substation II Returns After Two-Year Hiatus
Read full article: Beloved Blacksburg Restaurant Substation II Returns After Two-Year HiatusA beloved Blacksburg sandwich shop made its highly anticipated return this week, as Substation 2 reopened its doors after a two-year closure, drawing crowds of eager customers and bringing back cherished memories for the Virginia Tech community.
Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan future
Read full article: Virginia data center industry booming, leaders gather in Lynchburg to plan futureVirginia’s data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, and leaders from across the commonwealth gathered in Lynchburg to chart its future at the Emerging Industry Summit on Data Center Development.
Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: Vana Verse founder promotes local authors and reading culture in Southwest VirginiaIvana Sumbundu, founder of Vana Verse, is dedicated to connecting local authors with local readers in Southwest Virginia.
Democrats hope a blue wave washes over Wisconsin and gives them total control of battleground state
Read full article: Democrats hope a blue wave washes over Wisconsin and gives them total control of battleground stateWisconsin Democrats are hoping to flip majority control of the Legislature and retain the governor's seat this year.
Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate raises 10 times more than conservative
Read full article: Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate raises 10 times more than conservativeThe Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court raised 10 times as much last year as her Republican-endorsed opponent, putting in stark relief the challenge conservatives face in winning the race in the battleground state.
US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government
Read full article: US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the governmentThe U.S. is imposing new sanctions on Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against Iran’s theocratic government.
Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yet
Read full article: Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yetThe final day to select Affordable Care Act health insurance for the year has arrived across much of the country.
US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil
Read full article: US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oilU.S. forces in the Caribbean Sea have seized another sanctioned oil tanker the Trump administration says has ties to Venezuela.
Roanoke snow boosts winter gear sales
Read full article: Roanoke snow boosts winter gear salesAn unexpected December snowfall transformed Wasena’s hillsides into bustling sledding spots Thursday, while local outdoor retailers saw a surge in winter gear sales as parents rushed to outfit growing children.
Don’t feel like cooking? Here’s what restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day in SW Virginia
Read full article: Don’t feel like cooking? Here’s what restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving Day in SW VirginiaNot in the mood to cook or spend the day in the kitchen? No worries! We’ve got you covered with a list of restaurants where you can gobble until you wobble.
Consumer Reports |Experts warn against daily use of protein supplements
Read full article: Consumer Reports |Experts warn against daily use of protein supplementsAre you using protein powders as part of your daily routine? A new Consumer Reports investigation highlights a potential risk with these supplements.
How Virginia bird owners can protect flocks from highly pathogenic avian influenza
Read full article: How Virginia bird owners can protect flocks from highly pathogenic avian influenzaVirginia officials urge backyard bird owners to strengthen biosecurity as wild waterfowl migration resumes this fall, amid concerns over Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
Warning: The government is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle, Cash App
Read full article: Warning: The government is not handing out cash to people scammed on Zelle, Cash App🚨 Consumer Reports is sounding the alarm on misleading claims about getting "free money" from Zelle and Cash App just by filling out a form.
Virginia’s Attorney General Miyares launches investigation into insulin pricing
Read full article: Virginia’s Attorney General Miyares launches investigation into insulin pricingVirginia’s Attorney General, Jason Miyares, announced Tuesday his office is investigating whether manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have artificially inflated prices while “deceiving consumers”. His office said in a press release the probe could uncover violations of the state’s Consumer Protection Act.