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10 Virginia Universities Known for Their Academic Programs and Campus Life

Virginia is known for its historic towns, scenic landscapes, and well-regarded colleges and universities. From the mountain surroundings of Blacksburg to the historic streets of Williamsburg, the state offers students a variety of campus environments and academic opportunities. With more than 80 colleges and universities, Virginia has options for students interested in business, engineering, healthcare, ... Read more

Virginia · 1d

13News Now

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High school football; region quarterfinals recap

Virginia · 1d

WRIC - ABC 8News

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2026 High School Football Playoff Preview

The Virginia high school football playoffs are set to begin on Friday, Nov. 13. Around 30 Central Virginia teams will make an appearance in the first round.

Virginia · 3d

GW Hatchet

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Officials release five-year roadmap detailing Virginia campus relocation plan

Officials on Wednesday released a five-year roadmap outlining the transition schedule of different programs, offices, schools and departments from the Virginia Science and Technology Campus after the University sold the property in February. The 83-page plan, which gives a detailed breakdown of the 15 units impacted by the transition including...

Washington, DC · 4d
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The Washington Times

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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

WRIC - ABC 8News

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8Sports Blitz: Round 1 Playoff Scores and Highlights

The 2026 VHSL playoffs kicked off on Friday, Nov. 13. How did Central Virginia schools stack up this week?

Virginia · 1d

WAVY News 10

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Nine Blacksburg High School student-athletes sign NLI

BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Wednesday afternoon, nine student-athletes from Blacksburg High School signed their national letters of intent. Charis Krouscas, a senior lacrosse player, will sign her national letter of intent to continue her athletic and academic career at the University of Louisville. Charis plays midfield at Blacksburg High School where she holds the all […]

Blacksburg, VA · 3d

UV Cavalier Daily

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Students Demand Action at U.Va. pushes for gun safety and policy change in Virginia

The University has a rich history in gun violence prevention that dates back to James Madison and Thomas Jefferson. In 1824, Madison and Jefferson both supported a rule ensuring that students could not possess firearms on Grounds. Two hundred years later, however, debates over gun control are still center stage — 65 percent of current and prospective college students said the tragic commonality of school shootings make them concerned for their safety on their campuses, according to a survey by BestColleges.

Charlottesville, VA · 1d

WFXR

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Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz Week 1 Playoffs Preview

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports Director Jermaine Ferrell gives is a look at Week 1 of the high school football playoffs with the Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz preview.

Roanoke, VA · 2d

wcyb.com

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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

WSET

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Liberty Christian Academy shuts out Heritage in Region 3C quarterfinal

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Liberty Christian Academy struck early and never let up, rolling past Heritage 28-0 in the Region 3C quarterfinal. LCA opened the scoring in the first quarter as Gaither kept the ball and was pushed into the end zone. The Bulldogs led 7-0 after the extra point.

Lynchburg, VA · 1d

WAVY News 10

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Cam Akers is out as Pulaski County High School Head Football Coach

DUBLIN, Va. (WFXR) — We have Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz coaching news….Pulaski County Public Schools superintendent Robert Graham Thursday announcing through a memo…Cam Akers is no longer the head football coach at Pulaski County High School. Akers, a Cougars alum, spent the past 5 seasons leading the Cougars football program…going 14-37 with one playoff appearance. […]

Pulaski County, VA · 1d

WSET

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Win or go home! High school football playoffs kick off: Get latest scores, highlights

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The stakes are higher as high school football teams battle to keep their seasons alive. See who advanced and whose season came to an end in the opening round of the playoffs in this week's Football Friday. Heritage 0 | LCA 28. Staunton River 7...

Lynchburg, VA · 1d

WJHL

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Four Southwest Virginia volleyball teams advance to VHSL state semifinals

(WJHL) – Four Southwest Virginia high school volleyball teams punched their tickets to the VHSL state semifinals Saturday, while one saw its season come to an end. In Class 3, defending state champion Abingdon continued its title defense with a 3-0 sweep of Alleghany. Class 2 saw both Ridgeview and John Battle advance. The Wolfpack […]

Virginia · 10h

WTVR CBS 6

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Final Score Friday Week 12 scores and highlights

Lane Casadonte and Sean Robertson will have scores and highlights from high school football games across Central Virginia.

Virginia · 1d

WSLS

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Roanoke College plans to demolish historic Salem home as residents push to save it

SALEM, Va. – A historic home near Roanoke College could soon be demolished, but some Salem residents are asking the college and city leaders to consider other options for the property. The house at 102 N. Market St. dates to the mid-1800s and is believed to have been built...

Salem, VA · 2d

theroanoketribune.org

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Roanoke native Candice Smith featured speaker at VCU’s commencement

For the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) community, Candice Smith is a name that needs no introduction. A proud 2014 graduate, the personable Smith earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communication from the public university in Richmond. After completing her undergraduate studies, she was hired as a digital content producer...

Richmond, VA · 1d

WDBJ7.com

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Bedford County parents raise concerns over proposed school attendance zone maps

BEDFORD, Va. (WDBJ) - Bedford County school board members said proposed attendance zone maps can still be adjusted after a public hearing Thursday, during which parents described how the changes could affect their children. The board is still gathering feedback before making a final decision. Parents said they want the...

Bedford County, VA · 2d

WAVY News 10

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Three Jefferson Forest High School student-athletes signed their NLI

FOREST, Va. (WFXR) — Three Jefferson Forest High School softball players signed their national letter of intent. Kimber Spence will play at Radford, Ashleigh Johnson is off to Virginia and Taya Hall is heading to Morgan State.

Forest, VA · 3d

WSLS

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Roanoke Catholic dominates Atlantic Shores Christian 60-0, advances to first state championship since 2019

Roanoke Catholic is heading back to a state championship game for the first time since 2019 after a dominant 60-0 victory over Atlantic Shores Christian in the VISAA Division II state semifinals Friday night. Playing at Christiansburg High School’s Porterfield Stadium, the Celtics wasted no time taking control of the...

Roanoke, VA · 1d