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20 local teams take the field in postseason games this week

Five of the area's Tennessee teams reached the second round while 15 Virginia teams are in action in the first round. The matchups are listed below. The WCYB sports team will have highlights and scores on Friday Night Huddle at 11:15 p.m. Greeneville vs. Upperman. Dobyns-Bennett vs. Smyrna. Unicoi County...

Bristol, TN · 1d

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Virginia legislators to consider new top tax bracket

“Ice Ice Baby” was at the top of the charts in 1990, which was the last time Virginia updated its income tax brackets. That's when the top tax bracket was set at $17,000 a year. Megan Davis at the Commonwealth Institute says Virginia’s tax code is upside down.

Virginia · 1d

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The Virginia Hydrangea Chore to Finish Before Frost for Bigger Spring Blooms

Next spring’s hydrangea flowers are already tucked inside the stems in your yard right now. They sit there as tiny buds, waiting out the winter like seeds in a pocket. What I find interesting is how many gardeners snip them off without knowing it. The air turns crisp, the...

Virginia · 2d

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6 Virginia Diners Where The Biscuits And Gravy Are Worth Getting Up Early For

One diner on this list unlocks its doors at 6 AM, which means the gravy is bubbling before most alarm clocks even ring. I love that kind of commitment to breakfast. Another spot sits in a trail town and serves something called Hiker Hash. A third keeps biscuits and gravy...

Virginia · 13h

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Virginia's distracted-driving crackdown is coming to DC-area commuters

For many Washington DC-area residents, driving into Virginia is part of the daily routine. But crossing the Potomac also means following Virginia's rules for cellphone use behind the wheel. Virginia is reminding drivers of those restrictions through a new statewide distracted-driving campaign, while a recently enacted law adds another restriction on how motorists can use their phones behind the wheel. The restrictions cover everything from handheld calls and texting to newer rules targeting livestreaming behind the wheel. What should DC-area drivers know about Virginia's distracted-driving rules? Virginia has prohibited drivers from holding cellphones or other wireless communication devices while driving since 2021. That means drivers cannot pick up their phones to read or send messages, scroll through social media or make handheld calls while operating a vehicle. Drivers can still make calls using hands-free technology. Navigation apps are also permitted as long as motorists don't holding their phones or manually enter information while driving. A newer restriction took effect July 1. Under House Bill 320, drivers cannot livestream while operating a moving vehicle. A first conviction carries a fine of up to $500, a second conviction results in a mandatory 30-day driver's license suspension and a third or subsequent conviction

Virginia · 1d

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Virginia Native Anthony Clark, Star Of 'Yes, Dear' And 'Boston Common,' Dies At 62

A Virginia native who went from growing up on a tobacco farm to making audiences laugh on network television has died, prompting a touching tribute from one of his longtime friends and former co-stars. Anthony Clark, a Lynchburg native best known for starring in the CBS sitcoms "Yes, Dear" and "Bost…

Boston, MA · 2d

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Virginia's largest school district touts mediocrity

On Nov. 4, leaders of Fairfax County Public Schools emailed parents to brag that district students outperformed their peers across Virginia on the SAT.

Fairfax County, VA · 2d

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11 Virginia Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner That Feels Like Home

One Virginia dining room serving Thanksgiving turkey and dressing first opened its doors in 1760 as a stagecoach stop. Travelers once rested their horses there. Now guests rest their forks between bites of sweet potato souffle and fresh cranberry sauce. That detail stopped me in my tracks. Another spot on...

Herndon, VA · 14h

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9 Tender Plants Virginians Need to Bring Inside After This Week’s Freeze

Roanoke gardeners often see their first frost around October 22, nearly four weeks before Norfolk feels that chill. That gap means a single cold week can hit Virginia yards in very different ways, depending on your address. Many tropical favorites start sulking once nights drop into the low fifties, long...

Virginia · 14h

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High quality: Officials, activists talk Virginia’s retail cannabis market

When retail marijuana sales begin in Virginia on July 1, consumers can rest assured that products legally sold have been tested for safety, the acting head and chief administrative officer of the state Cannabis Control Authority said Thursday night. “If the product is on the shelf of a licensed retailer,...

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Virginia proposes sweeping medical debt relief that could erase millions in unpaid hospital bills

Could thousands of Virginia residents see their unpaid medical bills disappear under a new state program? Governor Abigail Spanberger and Democratic legislative leaders have proposed a medical debt forgiveness initiative designed to eliminate millions of dollars in outstanding healthcare bills. Announced on November 10, 2026, the proposal forms part of...

Virginia · 2d

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WATCH: Virginia’s General Firearms Deer Season Opens Saturday

Virginia’s General Firearms Deer Season opens on Saturday and in Southwest Virginia, processors are gearing up, and donated deer can help families in need. 10 News Community Journalist Charlie Blackwell has the story.

Virginia · 13h

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Renowned Virginia-based luthier makes his 1,000th guitar

Renowned Virginia-based guitar maker Wayne Henderson is being recognized after completing his 1,000th guitar. During his 60-year career, Henderson has made countless contributions to music makers across the country and around the world. He's built guitars by hand for a Who’s Who list of pickers, including Doc Watson, Ricky Skaggs...

Wilkesboro, NC · 2d

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Virginia Will Plant a Forest Buffer Along a Stream, Pond or Ditch at No Cost to Homeowners and HOAs That Agree to Keep It Wooded for 15 Years

Virginia's Department of Forestry plants streamside tree buffers free for homeowners and HOAs near water, with $700,000 available. Owners keep it wooded 15 years.

Virginia · 2d

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Spanberger expands Virginia’s Opportunity Zones to increase development

Governor Abigail Spanberger announced additional opportunity zones earlier this month, part of a federal effort that gives tax breaks for new development. It’s a program that’s seen parts of Richmond flourish, but it’s not the sole silver bullet needed to address Virginia’s housing needs. Governor Spanberger’s...

Virginia · 2d

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A note of thanks from Beth Macy

As we wrap up this historic, thrilling and, yes, exhausting campaign season, I must say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported me and my team. Your heart, dedication, determination, joy and enthusiasm were the foundation upon which democratic movements are built. There are too many friends to thank...

Roanoke, VA · 1d

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Virginia warns funding for Shoosmith Landfill cleanup may fall short, state report finds

A new state report warns that funding for the troubled Shoosmith Landfill in Chesterfield County could run out by the end of 2027, potentially leaving taxpayers and officials to bear the cost of the remainder of the bill.

Chesterfield County, VA · 1d

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‘A ton of bravery on display’: Virginia native with local ties helps gymgoers amid D.C. shooting

WASHINGTON (WWBT) - A Virginia native with ties to the Richmond area is among those being hailed a hero after helping gymgoers get to safety after Thursday’s shooting in D.C.’s Logan Circle. Mike Wilkinson, who graduated from Monacan High School and attended Virginia Commonwealth University, works at VIDA...

Washington, DC · 1d

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Maryland Weather Alert Tonight: Snow, Gusty Winds Through Sunday Nov 15

Allegheny Mountains could see snow showers through Sunday, with mountain lows dropping into the 20s.

Maryland · 2d

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The $215 North Carolina to Virginia Train Loop You Might Regret Passing Up

A train trip from North Carolina to Virginia can replace a long stretch of interstate driving with time to read, talk and watch the towns pass. Raleigh to Richmond is a useful starting point: both cities offer more than a quick station photograph, and the Carolinian provides a real rail connection between them.

North Carolina · 20h