VA ranks as 5th most independent state in the nation Emma Thomas July 17, 2023 1 minute 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: Post navigation 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 Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0