AI Safety Showdown: An Anthropic researcher’s dire warning about AI’s potential to “destroy humankind” has jolted Congress, prompting calls for urgent briefings as lawmakers scramble to catch up on regulation. Virginia Tech & Sports Buzz: FSU fired athletic director Michael Alford amid football turmoil, while Washington’s injury list grows with key receivers and a cornerback sidelined. Golf & Community Pride: Europe reclaimed the Solheim Cup in the Netherlands, with a social-media “party” moment backfiring for Team USA. Local Arts & Culture: Roanoke’s Bread Run Roanoke turns weekly baking experiments into a growing local brand, and Salisbury Pride Festival keeps the spotlight on live performers. Foodie Spotlight: Biscuitville just won USA Today’s best fast-food breakfast for the fourth straight year—another win for Virginia’s Southern comfort-food crowd. Virginia Watch: Gas prices stay uneven across the state, with Highland County’s regular low at $3.99 and other counties reporting small week-to-week shifts. Public Health Reminder: Rabies exposure alerts keep circulating online, with guidance urging quick action if someone is bitten or exposed.