House bills 1374 and 1377 would shift Virginia Military Institute’s governance to the board of visitors at Virginia State University and evaluate the institute’s programs.

Rural, independent pharmacies provide services beyond dispensing prescriptions, including vaccinations, medication management and patient support. As pharmacy closures increase across Virginia, there are growing concerns about how the loss of local pharmacies is affecting access to care.  

Jail Superintendent Derek Almarode says that contractors are preparing studies and needs assessments.

Students who complete the hybrid training program, which is run by Rockbridge County Fire-Rescue and Emergency Management, will receive a National Registry EMT certification by May. 

The manufacturer is moving its heating headquarters to Buena Vista, bringing in an expected 57 permanent jobs and 19 temporary jobs. The city is planning to invest more than $338,000 in the project.