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🔌 How did Virginia become the world’s data center capital—and what does that mean for the Allegheny Highlands? In Part One of our new follow-up series, Power, Policy, and the Price of Progress, we trace the political decisions and industry trends that opened the floodgates for data center development across the Commonwealth. This isn’t just…

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The commissioners then awarded the bid to the lowest bidder, Quanta,

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Mike Holstine added that things will likely happen quickly once the commission approves the construction contract.

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I had the opportunity to sit down with Astrid Schween, cellist for the Juilliard String Quartet and a groundbreaking figure in the world of classical music. She’s performed in some of the world’s most prestigious venues. Our conversation was wide-ranging, and what stood out was how open and honest she was about her journey—easily one…

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The table has turned for a Monterey woman, who last month told deputies her boyfriend shot at her multiple times as she sat in her car. Once a victim, now a suspect, Sherry E. Wolfe, age 57, was arrested June 28th and charged in connection with her alleged actions after the May 10th shooting involving…

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“There is this taboo in the medical community surrounding tourniquet takedown,” Dr. Martin explained. “Once one is in place a lot of hospitals do not want to remove it unless there is a vascular surgeon present. However, every minute a tourniquet is applied, there is a risk of tissue death and limb loss.”

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Building a Better Local News Network: Reflections from the NFCB ConferenceHow do people in Bath County get their news? What are we missing—and how do we fix it? In this latest story, I reflect on my recent trip to the National Federation of Community Broadcasters 50th Anniversary Conference in Salt Lake City. Thanks to support…

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That change was reflected immediately with the new ideas and formats Williams announced at the meeting.

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The total cost for this project has risen because of inflation, from 1.3 million dollars to 1.7 million dollars, so additional funding will still be needed.

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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates once said, “The most brilliant strategy won’t lead to success unless it’s executed effectively.” Well, it appears that Highland County business and tourism officials have taken Gates’ statement to heart with the recent release of the Highland Community Development Initiative Strategic Plan, or the HCDI. The 26-page plan, which has been…

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