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Sheriff’s office accepting donations for families of Smyth Co. deputies killed, injured
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office has organized Fund the First Campaigns for the families of Deputy Hunter Reedy and Deputy Michael Fedorchuk. Deputy Reedy was fatally shot on Aug. 9 during a traffic stop-turned-shooting in Smyth County, and Deputy Fedorchuk was injured. The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office is accepting donations for both […]
Emory & Henry kicks off first year as a University
EMORY, Va. (WJHL) – Since 1836, Emory & Henry College has been a household name in Southwest Virginia. But starting in the fall, the school will see major changes, most prominently to its name. On Aug. 1, the school officially transitioned from a College to a University. According to interim president Dr. Lou Fincher, the […]
Halle Berry, Senator Capito discuss Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito and actress Halle Berry hosted a roundtable discussion on Wednesday regarding the Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act. The bipartisan legislation would boost federal menopause research and coordinate existing programs within the government in relation to menopause and women’s health. “Menopause can impact every […]
Appalachian Fair welcomes Bart Long's Clydesdales for special appearances
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — The Appalachian Fair starts next week, and there will be some special guests this year. Bart Long's Clydesdales will be at the fair all day long on August 19 and August 20. Community members will be able to pet the Clydesdales and there will be...
Maurice Vaughan Furniture closing after 48 years, final liquidation sale will start soon
GALAX, Va. (WFXR) — After almost 50 years of serving the community of Galax, Maurice Vaughan Furniture will be closing its doors for the last time after a final liquidation sale in August. Maurice Vaughan has been dedicated and passionate about his business and selling furniture since 1976 and...
AccessHealth announces ribbon cutting for new Women’s Health Clinic
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – AccessHealth has announced an upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Women’s Health Clinic located on Harper Road. The event will be held at 12:00pm on Friday, August 23, 2024, at the clinic’s 1731 Harper Road location and lunch will be offered to all who attend. Dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care […]
Virginia State Police reminds residents of safe driving with more school buses on the road
A number of school districts across Central Virginia are preparing for the big first day back to school for the 2024-2025 school year. With this in mind, Virginia State Police is reminding drivers to be on the lookout for more school buses on the road.
Funding for safety and access projects at Virginia airports
RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- Two area airports are getting some money for planning and development projects that aim to enhance the airports’ safety, benefits to the public and access. The Virginia Aviation Board allocated more than $9.5 million for 28 projects at 19 airports across the Commonwealth at...
WRIC NOW: What is the DWR’s role in our fisheries?
Matt DiNardo was joined by Alex McCrickard -- an Aquatic Education Coordinator for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) -- in the WRIC NOW livestreaming studio on Wednesday to talk about the role of DWR in our fisheries.
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