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Multi-vehicle on I-77 North in Carroll County cleared
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– VDOT has cleared the crash on I-77 in Carroll County. – CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– The Virginia Department of Transportation says drivers can expect delays on I-77 in Carroll County due to a multi-vehicle crash near mile marker 13.9. As of 1:22 p.m., traffic backups are around 1.5 miles. WFXR News […]
One person injured in Carroll County crash
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - One person is injured after a Carroll County crash Friday, July 5. Hillsville Fire Department responded at 3:51 p.m. to reports of a crash at the intersection of Carrollton Pike and Partridge Road, according to firefighters. Firefighters say it was a two-vehicle accident blocking eastbound...
One injured after vehicle crash causes camper to overturn in Carroll Co.
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– The Hillsville Fire Department reports one person was injured after a vehicle crash on Rt. 58 on Friday, July 5. According to the fire department, crews were dispatched at 3:51 p.m. on a report of a crash at the intersection of Carrollton Pike and Patridge Rd. They found it to be […]
Dr. Worrell retires after 38 years
HILLSVILLE, VA — For anyone who didn’t know Dr. Dan Worrell, the impact and legacy he leaves on the region would have been immediately evident had they attended Worrell’s retirement ceremony at Hillsville Presbyterian Church. While he is well-known throughout Carroll County, his influence goes far beyond, with a number of long-time patients in Mount Airy and Surry County, in North Carolina, calling the doctor their physician as well. Droves...
Dr. Worrell retires after 38 years
For anyone who didn’t know Dr. Dan Worrell, the impact and legacy he leaves on Carroll County would have been immediately evident had they attended Worrell’s retirement ceremony June 22 at Hillsville Presbyterian Church. Droves of patients, friends and family continued to pour in during the two-hour floating reception held for Worrell, who logged his last day as a medical doctor Friday after 38 years of serving the citizens of Carroll County. Through all the hugs, tears and laughter, it was evident Dr. Worrell’s compassion...
Power restored throughout multiple counties in our region
UPDATE 9:14 P.M. (WFXR)– Appalachian Power reports most widespread outages in our region have since been restored. AEP encourages customers who see a downed line to report it and avoid the area. Outages can be reported by calling 800-956-4237 or entering a report online. – (WFXR)– With storms impacting our...
D-Day concert provides lasting impact
“Where words fail, music speaks.” ― Hans Christian Andersen (Danish author) The Carroll County High School Chorus knew they were in for the trip of a lifetime when they traveled to Washington, D.C on June 4th-6th this year to perform a 60-minute concert in the nation’s capital as part of the D-Day 80th Commemoration Concert Series. In preparation for the massive honor, CCHS Choral Director Patricia Lineberry took her students to Bedford to visit the National D-Day Memorial as well as studied and researched the...
What will be closed in SW, Central Virginia on Fourth of July?
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—With the Fourth of July holiday quickly approaching, stores, banks, pharmacies, government administrative offices, and facilities will be closed in observance of the federal holiday. However, some locations will remain open during the holiday for any last-minute purchases and needs. Here is a list of a variety of localities and their operations on […]
Health Dept. warns of rabid cat in Carroll
Rabies notice: Rabid cat The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has issued a warning of a rabid cat in Hillsville. According to the VDH, a feral, short-haired black cat attacked a person who was in their yard in the area of Groundhog Mountain Road and Willis Gap Road in Hillsville. "The attack was unprovoked. This...
Carroll County High Class of 1974 to hold 50th reunion in August
The Carroll County High School Class of 1974 will hold its 50th Reunion on August 17. The event will be held at Red Hills Farm Wedding & Event Venue located at 5368 Chances Creek Road in Fancy Gap. More information on the venue may be found online at https:/www.redhillfarms.org or...
Suspect killed after opening fire on police
An attempted police stop in Carroll County, Virginia, turned into a high-speed chase that ended in the suspect’s fatal shooting by law enforcement in a neighboring county. Christopher J. Martin, 46, who police say had no established addressed, was killed by police after he opened fire on them, according to Virginia authorities. The shooting occurred June 24, although details were not released until several days later. According to the Virginia...
Airlift requested after vehicle rollover in Carroll County
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– The Hillsville Fire Department reports a patient was airlifted after an accident on the Sylvatus Highway on Wednesday, June 26. According to the fire department, crews were dispatched at 5:34 p.m. to the 5700 block of Sylvatus Highway for a motor vehicle accident. Crews arrived and found a vehicle rolled down […]
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