Cardinal News

Where do you turn for local, fact-based, independent news? As more and more for-profit newspapers shrink or go out of business, Cardinal News fills the void for essential information about your community. Whether it's protests on Virginia Tech's campus, job losses affecting Smyth County, or "boil water" notices affecting Montgomery County, we've got you covered. We provide the news you need, paywall-free.

But we can't keep doing that without reader support. 

Reader support helps us:

• Include New River Valley political candidates in our comprehensive Voter Guide, better informing you as you head to the polls
• File sometimes costly Freedom of Information requests, shining a light on government action taking place behind closed doors 
• Examine how federal policy changes affect students and staff at New River Valley colleges and universities
• Offer paywall-free journalism that's accessible to everyone regardless of their financial resources

Independent, reliable journalism is essential to a healthy community. Be part of our growing "flock" of supporters - donate right now to Cardinal News. Thank you!

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