“The Black Belt of Virginia” details untold African American history

Special prosecutor: Martinsville investigation is 'trudging along' as interviews bring more details

Meanwhile, there are updates with three lawsuits prompted by the situation.

Virginia has a new climate office. It's at George Mason University. Here's what it does.

Virginia's new state climate office at George Mason University aims to provide localized data and research to help communities like Botetourt County navigate complex water and climate challenges.

Virginia board approves ‘last resort’ fee increases for hunting, fishing, trapping licenses

The board also passed new fees and regulations related to boating, camping and conservation.

Notes from the Square: DCCC triples down on its push to flip the 5th Congressional District

Plus: Debates in the 6th District; Hashmi announces energy listening tour; Southwest and Southside producers win grants; emergency preparedness executive order issued; and Spanberger formally intervenes in proposed Dominion-NextEra merger.

Southwest Field Notes: The Crooked Road is accepting affiliate venues for next year 

 Plus: Two local events, one from the past and the other for the future.