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Henry County Sheriff’s Office warns locals about fake court notices
Read full article: Henry County Sheriff’s Office warns locals about fake court noticesThe Henry County Sheriff’s Office is warning locals about fake “court notices” that claim to be from Virginia courts regarding unpaid tolls, traffic violations or fines.
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Blue Ridge Kite Festival returns to Roanoke County for 25th anniversary
Read full article: Blue Ridge Kite Festival returns to Roanoke County for 25th anniversaryThe festival has been in the works for the past couple of months, and since it is the 25th anniversary, Roanoke County has a photo opportunity planned for the occasion.
Roanoke Police arrest man in Southeast gas station armed robbery investigation
Read full article: Roanoke Police arrest man in Southeast gas station armed robbery investigationThe Roanoke Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested a man in connection with an armed robbery of a Southeast gas station last month.
Roanoke to host interactive traffic garden event to promote student traffic safety
Read full article: Roanoke to host interactive traffic garden event to promote student traffic safetyRoanoke’s seventh annual traffic safety campaign, the Walk & Roll Read Rally, is set to return this weekend.
Construction to begin on Riverland Road and Star Trail Parking Lot in Roanoke
Read full article: Construction to begin on Riverland Road and Star Trail Parking Lot in RoanokeA portion of Riverland Road will be closed to through traffic to allow construction to begin on pedestrian improvements on a section of Riverland Road and the Star Trail parking lot.
2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boost
Read full article: 2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boostThe City of Lynchburg and Bedford County are preparing to host one of disc golf’s biggest events, the 2026 PDGA Champions Cup — a four-day professional tournament expected to draw players and fans from around the world while delivering a major economic impact to the region.
Virginia State Police to conduct ‘Operation Road Watch’ to boost safety on Route 29
Read full article: Virginia State Police to conduct ‘Operation Road Watch’ to boost safety on Route 29Virginia State Police will conduct a highway safety enforcement initiative, “Operation Road Watch,” along the Route 29 corridor on Saturday.
Lynchburg man arrested in connection with arson and burglary at Dragon Fire Games
Read full article: Lynchburg man arrested in connection with arson and burglary at Dragon Fire GamesA man has been arrested in connection with an arson and burglary that occurred last week in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Sonny has spent nearly a year in a shelter, could he be your new best friend?
Read full article: Sonny has spent nearly a year in a shelter, could he be your new best friend?The Floyd County Humane Society is searching for a home for one of their longest tenured shelter dogs. Sonny is a sweet, loving senior dog who has spent more than 336 days at the Floyd County Humane Society waiting for someone to call his own.
Spanberger weighs contraception rights bill ahead of November reproductive rights amendment vote
Read full article: Spanberger weighs contraception rights bill ahead of November reproductive rights amendment voteWith hundreds of bills awaiting action, Gov. Abigail Spanberger is weighing legislation tied to reproductive rights, including a measure that involves reproductive rights.
Another nest abandoned, Virginia’s Bald Eagles continue to die from lead poisoning
Read full article: Another nest abandoned, Virginia’s Bald Eagles continue to die from lead poisoningAlthough it is illegal to kill a Bald Eagle, Virginia has no protections preventing the leading cause of eagle death: lead poisoning. At the state level, lawmakers recently passed a bill that would require the Department of Wildlife Resources to develop and maintain an educational webpage about the dangers of lead and proper disposal. The bill now awaits the governor’s signature.
LIST: St. Patrick’s Day events happening across Central, Southwest Virginia ☘️
Read full article: LIST: St. Patrick’s Day events happening across Central, Southwest Virginia ☘️Several areas across our region are ready to shamrock and roll this weekend with numerous events happening to help people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Patchwork 250: Local artist captures legacy of Black military trailblazers in FAHI Museum painting
Read full article: Patchwork 250: Local artist captures legacy of Black military trailblazers in FAHI Museum paintingA powerful new painting now graces the Fayette Area Historical Initiative (FAHI) Museum in Martinsville, celebrating the legacy of four remarkable Black military heroes from Martinsville and Henry County.
Suspect wanted in fatal Halifax County shooting in custody Wednesday
Read full article: Suspect wanted in fatal Halifax County shooting in custody WednesdayThe Halifax County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that Lucas Witcher, who was previously wanted in connection with a fatal shooting investigation, is now in custody.
Spanberger weighs contraception rights bill ahead of November reproductive rights amendment vote
Read full article: Spanberger weighs contraception rights bill ahead of November reproductive rights amendment voteWith hundreds of bills awaiting action, Gov. Abigail Spanberger is weighing legislation tied to reproductive rights, including a measure that involves reproductive rights.
With thousands of jobs coming to Southside Virginia, will the housing market be able to keep up?
Read full article: With thousands of jobs coming to Southside Virginia, will the housing market be able to keep up?Southern Virginia could see a population surge in the coming years as thousands of new jobs are expected in Danville and Pittsylvania County, raising questions about whether the region’s housing supply and infrastructure can keep pace with the growth.
2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boost
Read full article: 2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boostThe City of Lynchburg and Bedford County are preparing to host one of disc golf’s biggest events, the 2026 PDGA Champions Cup — a four-day professional tournament expected to draw players and fans from around the world while delivering a major economic impact to the region.
Bedford family seeks closure 26 years after James ‘Slim’ Walker vanishes
Read full article: Bedford family seeks closure 26 years after James ‘Slim’ Walker vanishes26 years ago, a Bedford man walked out of a parking lot and was never seen again. James “Slim” Walker disappeared on April 7, 2000, and his family has spent more than two decades searching for answers — with no closure in sight. Now, new questions are surfacing about what really happened that day.
Man charged after alleged online threats against Jefferson Forest High School
Read full article: Man charged after alleged online threats against Jefferson Forest High SchoolA man has been taken into custody and charged after allegedly making online threats against Jefferson Forest High School, according to the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office.
Virginia Tech to host poetry competition honoring Nikki Giovanni’s legacy
Read full article: Virginia Tech to host poetry competition honoring Nikki Giovanni’s legacyA poetry contest is returning to Virginia Tech on Wednesday, celebrating the legacy of renowned poet and English professor Nikki Giovanni.
Virginia Tech awarded $1.65 Million in federal grants for health research
Read full article: Virginia Tech awarded $1.65 Million in federal grants for health researchVirginia Tech has been awarded $1.65 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to advance critical health research.
Foxridge fire survivors share trauma, hope as ruined building faces demolition
Read full article: Foxridge fire survivors share trauma, hope as ruined building faces demolitionMore than four months after a massive fire tore through the 3400 building at Foxridge Apartment Complex, the people who lived there are still picking up the pieces — and now they’re running out of time.
Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation to host Blacksburg’s first “Make Moves Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run”
Read full article: Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation to host Blacksburg’s first “Make Moves Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run”A new event in Southwest Virginia aims to make an impact in the fight against breast cancer while bringing the community together.
Virginia Tech experts break down Meta, Youtube court losses, possibility of appeal
Read full article: Virginia Tech experts break down Meta, Youtube court losses, possibility of appealOn March 25, a jury in Los Angeles found Meta and Youtube “liable for harms to children using their services. Another case in New Mexico found Meta knowingly harmed the mental health of children. Here's what Virginia Tech experts have to say about these cases.
Police make arrest after argument leads to gunfire in Christiansburg
Read full article: Police make arrest after argument leads to gunfire in ChristiansburgNo one was injured after an altercation led to reports of shots being fired in Christiansburg on Sunday, a Christiansburg public information officer told 10 News.
Christiansburg mobile home fire displaces family, community rallies to help
Read full article: Christiansburg mobile home fire displaces family, community rallies to helpA deadly fire early Thursday morning devastated a mobile home on the 1600 block of Peppers Ferry Road in Christiansburg. Firefighters responded quickly, but one person was confirmed dead, and four others from the family of five were injured. The conditions of the survivors remain unknown.
Christiansburg Police release details after misleading claims circulate regarding hate crime investigation
Read full article: Christiansburg Police release details after misleading claims circulate regarding hate crime investigationThe Christiansburg Police Department released details on Thursday regarding an investigation involving juveniles after inaccurate accounts of the event had been circulating.
Man accused of setting Danville City Councilman on fire pleads not guilty
Read full article: Man accused of setting Danville City Councilman on fire pleads not guiltyThe man accused of setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire last summer pleaded not guilty Wednesday to all three counts against him during an arraignment.
Danville Public Schools celebrates Education Support Personnel of the Year
Read full article: Danville Public Schools celebrates Education Support Personnel of the YearDanville Public Schools is shining a spotlight on the dedicated Education Support Personnel who help shape student lives and set them up for success.
Danville breaks ground on revitalization efforts in the North Main District
Read full article: Danville breaks ground on revitalization efforts in the North Main DistrictCity leaders launched a major revitalization initiative in Danville’s North Main district Wednesday, marking the beginning of an ambitious restoration project largely funded by casino revenue.
Danville releases preliminary budget, proposes utility cost increases
Read full article: Danville releases preliminary budget, proposes utility cost increasesDanville city leaders are considering a preliminary budget that would raise utility bills for residents while boosting funding for schools and using millions of dollars in casino revenue to support city priorities.
Salem Valley 8 movie theater to permanently close its doors
Read full article: Salem Valley 8 movie theater to permanently close its doorsA Roanoke Valley staple is preparing to close its doors for good. AMC has confirmed to 10 News that Salem Valley 8 will have its last day of business on Thursday.
