VA ranks as 5th most independent state in the nation Emma Thomas July 17, 2023 1 min read A recent study finds VA to be one of the nation’s most financially independent states. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on how the Commonwealth made the top five: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Botetourt County surveys remote workers- how can the county support them?Next: Roanoke Valley could be home for part of the USA Cycling headquarters Related Stories 1 min read Massive quake hits Myanmar and Thailand; hundreds dead, aid needed Ian Price March 28, 2025 1 min read State agencies end DEI programs or face losing funding Denise Membreno March 28, 2025 1 min read HomeTrust Bank stock moves to New York Stock Exchange, local branches remain unchanged Ian Price March 28, 2025