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Virginia Tech transportation researchers discuss distraction potential of touchscreen-based vehicle controls
As in-vehicle touchscreen controls are increasingly incorporated into modern car designs, transportation researchers are examining the distraction potential presented.
Keep safe and warm: Prep woodstoves for winter
Woodstoves offer cozy retreats during frigid winters. But that comfort comes with responsibility. Without proper care and maintenance, they can pose serious fire risks.
Sales of limited-release wine top off State Fair scholarship funds
The next generation of agricultural leaders were the toast of the State Fair when Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently presented a Suzanne S. Youngkin Endowed Scholarship totaling $10,500.
New event offers elevated indulgence while supporting Virginia youth
Fairgoers can indulge in style while supporting youth education during the State Fair of Virginia’s Sunsets & Scholarships event.
Virginia Cooperative Council announces 2025 leadership award recipients
Two notable Virginians were celebrated recently for outstanding leadership by the VCC.
Virginia Poultry Federation celebrates 100 years of supplying quality protein to consumers
National Chicken Month may be celebrated every September, but for a full century, Virginia’s egg producers and poultry farmers have benefited from year-round VPF support.
State and federal grant funds target invasive catfish populations
A critical foe is threatening marine ecosystems and livelihoods across the country.
Homeowners can help preserve essential unsung garden heroes
While moths, flies, beetles and wasps may drive away picnic guests, they’re as essential as butterflies, bumblebees and other ecological wonders.
Virginia growers celebrate ‘phenomenal’ corn crop and hold out hope for drought-stricken soybeans
Virginia’s field corn and soybean crops were off to a running start this season, thanks to rainy weather in the first half of summer. But soybean production was stunted as rain tapered off in July.
Virginia’s produce safety efforts shine at FDA demonstration event
Peace of mind in Virginia’s produce supply was a key takeaway of a recent food safety demonstration event.









