Zachary T. Lee Acting United States Attorney
Government

Giles County man arrested on federal charges for psychedelic drug distribution

Federal authorities have arrested a Giles County man accused of importing large quantities of psychedelic drugs from Brazil for distribution across the United States. Law enforcement agencies coordinated multiple investigations leading up to controlled purchases on Virginia Tech’s campus.

Stephen C. Brich, P.E. Commissioner
Non-profit

Taylor Road in Chesterfield County to close April 14 for pipe replacement project

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, left, and University of Pennsylvania male swimmer Will "Lia" Thomas
Sports

Virginia among 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

Stephen C. Brich, P.E, Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Transportation
Business

Bristol announces temporary closure of I-81 southbound exit 45 ramp for sewer project

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Stephen C. Brich, Commissioner at Virginia Department of Transportation
Business

I-81 northbound lane and ramp closures scheduled for March 30 near Natural Bridge

Lane and ramp closures are planned for I-81 northbound near Natural Bridge on March 30 due to guardrail repairs following a recent crash. The Virginia Department of Transportation advises drivers that all work is weather dependent.

Stephen C. Brich, P.E, Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Transportation
Non-profit

Route 626 in Augusta County to close March 30–April 9 for bridge replacement

A section of Route 626 in Augusta County will close from March 30 through April 9 for bridge replacement work. Drivers are advised to follow detour signs during this period while crews complete construction activities.
Kevin Fagan, Head Coach at Radford Highlanders Women's Softball
Sports

Redmon leads Radford softball to 5-0 win over Presbyterian with shutout performance

Dakota Redmon led Radford softball to a shutout win over Presbyterian on March 27. Redmon contributed both on the mound and at bat as Radford won 5-0. The Highlanders look to continue their success in an upcoming doubleheader.
Kristin Collins, Tax Commissioner at Virginia Department of Taxation
Government

Virginia collects $4.5 billion in individual income tax revenue in Q1, 2025

Individual income taxes in Virginia reached $4.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025.
Stephen C. Brich, P.E. Commissioner
Non-profit

Popes Head Road to have weekday flagging for water main work April 7-28

Popes Head Road in Fairfax will have weekday lane closures starting April 7 due to water main relocation work tied to an interchange project at Fairfax County Parkway. The Virginia Department of Transportation advises drivers about expected delays during this period while outlining additional improvements planned for area roads.

Stephen C. Brich, P.E. Commissioner
Business

Traffic shift planned for Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 on April 6 in McLean

Virginia Department of Transportation plans an overnight traffic shift on Georgetown Pike Bridge over I-495 starting April 6 as part of ongoing improvements under the $660 million I-495 NEXT project. Drivers should expect lane closures while crews advance construction toward completion later this year.
Governor Glenn Youngkin
Government

2024: Virginia among top states for motor fuels taxes paid, ranking 8th

Virginia generated $1.9 billion from motor fuels sales taxes in 2024, ranking eighth among U.S. states.
Shelli Sayers, Head Coach at Radford Highlanders Women's Track and Field
Sports

Robinson and Joiner receive Big South weekly track and field awards

Jaslyne Robinson and Jaelynn Joiner from Radford University have received top honors in Big South’s first outdoor track and field weekly awards this season following standout performances at their recent meet.