Officials at Virginia Military Institute say what was initially reported as possible gunfire was determined to be an individual walking near the barracks and cracking a whip.

VMI’s college orientation workshop, or COW, challenges participants for four weeks with educational enrichment.

Virginia Military Institute cadets spent four weeks researching, visiting sites, and meeting with business and community leaders — and now they’re ready to share what they found.

As part of the Virginia Military Institute’s spring field training, cadets are helping out in the community.

Several Virginia congressmembers are raising concerns about proposed legislation in the Virginia General Assembly that would change oversight of the Virginia Military Institute.

The youngest Medal of Honor recipient was honored at the Virginia Military Institute. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore was in Lexington during his visit to learn about his message.

The youngest Medal of Honor recipient was honored at the Virginia Military Institute. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore was in Lexington during his visit to learn about his message.

“It looks confusing, it looks chaotic, and that’s because it is, with no leadership, either in political or military, nobody is in charge. The lack of a command structure in Iran makes it very difficult right now to figure out who to negotiate with, who to work with, if we’re going to see an end to hostilities.”

VMI has nothing to hide - that’s the message from Superintendent Lt. General David Furness. This comes as the general assembly takes a closer look at one of Virginia’s most historic - and most scrutinized - institutions.

House Bill 1377, sponsored by Delegate Dan Helmer (D–10), cleared the House with a 71–24 vote. The legislation creates a task force to examine VMI’s role in higher education.

Big decisions about VMI’s future aren’t happening on post - they’re happening miles away in Richmond. Two controversial bills are moving through the General Assembly that could have impacts on VMI’s future for years to come.

Three female battalion commanders from the Virginia Military Institute will march in Saturday’s inaugural parade as Abigail Spanberger becomes the Commonwealth’s first female governor. These cadets are also making history themselves.

In 1997, women courageously broke tradition at Virginia Military Institute, reshaping its legacy and pioneering new paths in leadership.

In 1968, the Virginia Military Institute took a monumental step by becoming the last public higher education institution in Virginia to integrate.

Rocco spent three seasons as the leader of the Keydets

Governor Glenn Youngkin received a warm welcome at Virginia Military Institute during its last home basketball game before winter furlough.

The hearings come as Democrats, who control the legislature, have raised concerns about what they see as interference in university autonomy from outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office and the White House.

10 News Anchor Abbie Coleman sat down and spoke with New VMI Superintendent Lt. General David Furness you can watch their conversation in full here.

Virginia Military Institute’s firefighting club led the Corps of Cadets in the eighth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Thursday.

Cadets are starting classes back at the Virginia Military Institute, and they will have something new to enjoy at sporting events this year. Famed Mascot Moe the Kangaroo got a complete makeover over the Summer. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore has the story.

The Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors announced Friday that they had appointed U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. David Furness as the Institute’s 16th superintendent.

Virginia Military Institute (VMI) is investing millions of dollars in security upgrades to enhance safety on campus.

The Virginia Military Institute is preparing for a major leadership change as Maj. Gen. Cedric T. Wins, the school’s first Black superintendent, will step down at the end of June. The Board of Visitors voted in February not to renew his contract — a decision Wins says he didn’t expect.

Excitement is in the air for the graduating class at the Virginia Military Institute.

Alumni from the Virginia Military Institute were honored Thursday during the annual VMI Alumni Memorial Parade, which commemorates the sacrifices made by those affiliated with the institution.

The Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors recently approved tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 academic year during their spring meeting held from May 1 to 3. Tuition will remain the same, while fees will see a 3% increase.

The Keydets hoops coach signs an extension through the 2029-2030 season.

VMI Cadets and volunteers from across the Commonwealth are coming together in Glasgow. They are working on a new pavilion for the community center.

The Virginia Military Institute (VMI) is facing controversy after its Board of Visitors voted not to renew the contract of Superintendent Maj. General Cedric T. Wins. The decision has sparked debate, with some questioning whether race played a role, while others argue it was necessary for the school’s future.

President Donald Trump’s new pick for chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs Staff has ties to our region.

A group of cadets and student-journalists from the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) recently returned from Washington, D.C., where they covered President Donald Trump’s Inauguration.

The Presidential Inaugural Committee notified the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), that due to weather and the movement of the events indoors, VMI would not be participating in the inaugural events this year.

Gary Sinise, the actor who portrayed Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump, made a surprise visit to the cadets on post at Virginia Military Institute Friday for Founder's Day celebrations. Sinise sat down with 10 News Anchor Rachel Lucas to talk about the visit and his charity work for veterans through the Gary Sinise Foundation.

Almost 3,000 Americans lost their lives on 9/11 and Southwest Virginia is doing everything it can to honor the people who tragically lost their lives.

Another Class of rats has started at VMI and is undergoing its new initiation and training exercises.

Matriculation Day at Virginia Military Institute was held Saturday, Aug. 17, beginning the Rat Line for the new academic year. An iconic moment for rats is getting their head shaved. It was the perfect opportunity for a Virginia native to donate his locks to a charity that makes free wigs for children in need.

Incoming VMI Cadets eager to get a head start in their military career are taking part in a summer transition program.

VMI recently named a new Director of Athletics, calling on a familiar name and face.

VMI welcomed a new service dog Monday that will help assist people to cope after a traumatic event or overly stressful environment.

Hollywood is mourning the loss of actor Dabney Coleman.

VMI cadets are joining more than 150 volunteers from all over the country and taking on another community project — this one has a lot of excitement building behind it.

Virginia Military Institute hosted the 7th annual Commonwealth Cyber Fusion and Virginia Cyber Cup Competition, a state-wide collegiate cyber security competition.

A Virginia Military Institute alum was identified Friday as one of five Marines killed during a helicopter crash in San Diego, California.

Nearly 500 freshmen, known on campus as “rats,” are testing their limits and learning what it takes to be called a VMI cadet.

For one student, the “VMI rat line tradition” spans five generations of students.

Virginia Military Institute’s first chief diversity officer, Jamica Love, resigned this week, according to the Washington Post.

Governor Glenn Youngkin said it was a full circle moment getting to address the VMI graduates after several of the cadets took part in his inauguration parade.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin delivered remarks at VMI’s commencement in Cameron Hall Tuesday morning at about 11 a.m.

Nine Alleghany Mountaineers put pen to paper on signing day Wednesday.

Former president Jimmy Carter visited Virginia Military Institute to accept an honorary award in 2001.

Virginia Military Institute students are giving back to local schools.

New multimillion dollar aquatic center opens at Virginia Military Institute

Even though the holiday season is behind us, 10 News learned about a Christmas miracle.

Former VMI Superintendent General J.H. Binford Peay III received the New Market Medal

Rachael Denhollander uses her story to advocate and educate about speaking up to tell someone's truth.

VMI stands out when it comes to how often officers drill and the tools in every police car.

Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III won all of the Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors’ votes, and was chosen to be awarded the school’s highest honor, the New Market Medal, VMI said.

In 1997, 30 women from across the country came to VMI and became the first females to attend the school.

Scott Wachenheim made some coaching changes in the spring, promoting former wide receivers coach Patrick Ashford to offensive coordinator, and hiring Nick Reveiz as defensive coordinator. After a spring of learning, the Keydets have put their knowledge to the test. Utilizing full pads on the sixth day of camp, and showing what they know during live periods Saturday morning.

2022 marks 25 years of women at VMI. The next generation of cadets are following paths carved for them by the women who came before. Paths that guide them along a more defined road to the leaders they aim to become.

The program is voluntary and is offered to all first-year Virginia Military Institute students who have committed to attend.

A program held at the Virginia Military Institute is helping high school male minority students to go beyond their expectations: the Collegiate Orientation Workshop.

Tracy Matheson, founder of Project Beloved, is creating a space for sexual assault victims to feel safe when telling their stories.

Virginia Military Institute Cadet is marching for 18 hours to raise awareness for Veteran suicide prevention.

High School students learning cyber security training through a paid internship with VMI.

A lawsuit has been filed against the Virginia Military Institute and the VMI Board of Visitors, claiming that the military college has violated Governor Glenn Youngkin’s policies that prohibit divisive training.

Sophomore QB Seth Morgan is working at his craft this spring, with a big improvement on his agenda.

Virginia Military Institute’s superintendent said they are making progress with the changes they have made after a report highlighted accusations of institutional racism and sexism at the college.

The teams last played in 2011 at Foster Stadium.

The Virginia Military Institute will change its student-run honor court to make it more fair to cadets as part of a response to a state-ordered investigation into racism and sexism.

Virginia Military Institute cadets have been working hard in preparation for the inaugural parade to celebrate Virginia’s 74th Governor.

During his last days in office, Governor Ralph Northam is reflecting on the changes he has imposed at Virginia Military Institute.

Gov. Ralph Northam had a message for his alma mater, Virginia Military Institute, where he graduated in 1981.

The Bulldogs rushed for 363 yards as a team on their way to reclaiming the Silver Shako Trophy.

Huddle up! Here’s a look back at this weekend on the gridiron, with three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.

In a surprise ceremony, Virginia Military Institute cadets paid their respects to veterans and the children's charity Victory Junction they were raising money for by presenting the colors. “To have the color guard from VMI be here, It was so special,” Petty said.

Virginia Military Institute officially has a new superintendent- General Cedric Wins.

The groups responsible for building a more inclusive post at Virginia Military Institute presented their work in committee meetings Tuesday.

It's been a year of change for the Virginia Military Institute

Virginia Military Institute's first ever Chief Diversity Officer has a clear vision.

The Virginia Military Institute is in the progress of adopting new changes following its investigation on equity and inclusion on post.

After a year of investigations and historical changes at Virginia Military Institute, there are still former and current cadets coming forward with shocking claims.

Del. Dan Helmer plans to propose the legislation.

Following a scathing report detailing accusations of racism and sexism at Virginia Military Institute, leaders are already taking steps to address it.

What’s been months in the making is now complete.

A state-sanctioned report says the Virginia Military Institute has tolerated and failed to address institutional racism and sexism and must be held accountable for making changes.

The vice chair of Virginia's coordinating agency for higher education is resigning over the handling of the investigation into Virginia Military Institute.

This weekend hundreds of Cadets at Virginia Military Institute will graduate in person.

Virginia Military Institute is set to remove "Stonewall" Jackson's name from several buildings across campus in an effort to foster a more inclusive environment.

International college students feel the pressure to get a COVID-19 vaccine before they travel home for the summer. Some countries face lockdowns and vaccine supply may be limited.

In a new partnership, cadets learned seamanship firsthand on Smith Mountain Lake with volunteer firefighters and a naval instructor.

The 2020-21 Southern Conference Coach of the Year led the Keydets to the conference semifinals for the first time since 2003.

The search begins for Virginia Military Institute’s new superintendent.

For the first time in its 182 years, VMI chose a female cadet to hold the highest-ranking position a student can earn. Cadet Kasey Meredith was named Cadet First Captain and Regimental Commander. “She’s a superstar,” said Lara Chambers, the first female alumnus appointed to the VMI Board of Visitors. Chambers said that as a female cadet, she wanted to be treated the same as the men. In a statement to 10 News, she writes in part:“I want to congratulate Cadet Kasey Meredith on her historic achievement.

LEXINGTON, Va. – The Virginia Military Institute will no longer name expelled students during their middle of the night “drum out” ceremony. The over 100+ years old ritual involved waking up the entire corps of cadets to the sound of beating drums. Part of that ritual has been the naming of recently expelled cadets. Campus officials tell WSLS 10 News the ceremony is meant to remind students of the honor code they have agreed to follow. VMI would not tell us the last time a “drum out” ceremony was held – citing the privacy of cadet disciplinary matters.

LEXINGTON, Va. – The Virginia Military Institute has altered its ritual of expelling cadets by waking them up in the middle of the night to the sound of beating drums. The Washington Post reported Tuesday that the school is no longer announcing the expelled students’ names during the so-called “drum outs.” The practice involves waking up the entire corps of cadets. The difference was that the cadets were not identified as they would have been in the past. The Post reported in December that Black students were being disproportionately expelled and shamed by name in drum-out ceremonies. Bill Wyatt, a VMI spokesman, declined to confirm Tuesday’s ceremony to the newspaper.

According to a report conducted by an independent law firm, racial slurs have been a "common experience" among cadets at Virginia Military Institute.

Virginia Tech head coach Mike Young coaches from the bench in the second half of the Virginia Tech - Virginia Military Institute NCAA basketball game in Blacksburg Va. Thursday December 3 2020. Virginia Tech won the game 64-57. (AP Photo / MATT GENRTY, The Roanoke Times, Pool)ROANOKE, Va. – On Saturday, the ACC announced that Tuesday’s Virginia Tech-North Carolina matchup has been postponed following a positive test coming from the Hokies program. Virginia Tech hasn’t played since Feb. 6 when it defeated Miami. According to the Hokies’ schedule, as of now, their next game would be on Feb. 20 against the previously mentioned Seminoles.

Change is in the air at VMI: masks on cadets, a controversial statue removed and new leadership at the helm. Now interim superintendent Wins was once Cadet Wins. His decision to leave Maryland and come to VMI was based largely on the opportunity to play Division One basketball. I think that I was asked to come down and at least begin the implementation of the right change,” Wins said. That’s something he hopes to instill in cadets, leading by example at a school under the spotlight and creating change.

LEXINGTON, Va. – As coronavirus cases lead to new restrictions at VMI, there are allegations that COVID protocols are being completely ignored. Tighter restrictions went into effect Thursday at VMI after the military college reported more than 50 new COVID-19 cases. An annual tradition at VMI that happened on Saturday is drawing criticism about COVID protocols. 10 News was told dozens of cadets were pulled out of quarantine, given rapid tests and allowed to participate if they tested negative. VMI said those cadets were supposed to be separated from the rest of the group, with protocols encouraging 10-foot social distancing and wearing masks when not exercising.