Hokies, Laws, and Local Drama

Virginia Tech’s board is eyeing a bold new move: Hokie Ventures, a potential business engine to fuel its athletic programs and reshape college sports funding. Meanwhile, Roanoke sees a rising legal star poised for federal judge status, while Lynchburg debates expanding surveillance cameras. A Roanoke lawyer’s AI misstep sparks legal tech concerns, and Richmond’s courthouse dispute now heads to the Virginia Supreme Court. American Airlines adds a direct Tri-Cities to Chicago flight, boosting regional travel. On a Virginia island, a Black community reclaims history — stirring both pride and pain. And in Southwest Virginia, a wildlife center and a chicken joint are locked in a local feud over expansion plans. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8a4a57ff603a5edf