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Jacks’ back to winning ways
COVINGTON – Coming off of a 10-run loss to Waynesboro that ended their 6-game win streak, Covington would begin a new one following a slim 4-1 victory over Staunton on Friday evening at Casey Field in Covington. It was an offensive struggle from both baseball teams through the first 5 innings where only one run […] The post Jacks’ back to winning ways appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Martinsville teacher publishes book highlighting historic, untold stories of Patrick County
MARTINSVILLE, Va. – A Martinsville Middle School history teacher is sharing the untold stories of Patrick County in her newly published book, “Patrick Pioneers Part One.”. Beverly Belcher Woody spent three years writing the book. But her fascination with history came long before that. “I have always loved...
Bassett Furniture hit by cyberattack, manufacturing affected
BASSETT, Va. — On July, 10, Bassett Furniture Industries Inc. was hit by a substantial cybersecurity breach that led to a halt in manufacturing operations. The company's manufacturing operations were still down according to a July 15 supplemental filing with the Security and Exchange Commission. Woodworking Network has reached...
Trail Day approaching at Sweet Springs
SWEET SPRINGS W.Va. (WVDN) – At Trail Day on Saturday, July 20 at the Sustainable Forum hosted by Sweet Springs Institute and being held at The Sweet Springs Resort Park there will be: A lesson on selecting the correct rock to use, cleaning, seasoning, and cooking on said rock. Randy DuPre, a Blackfoot descendent, has […] The post Trail Day approaching at Sweet Springs appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Danville holds soft opening for new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Danville is helping folks in the River City cool off with a new splash pad. Danville Parks and Recreation had a soft opening for the new Doyle Thomas Park Splash pad on Green Street. It was a chance for staff to look at all the...
Artist, philanthropist P. Buckley Moss dies; legacy lives on through art, education
The art world is in mourning after learning today that P. Buckley Moss died on Saturday after a short illness. She was 91. Born on May 20, 1933, Patricia Moss discovered her passion for art at a young age. Moss was dyslexic. She discovered her artistic potential and enrolled in a high school for the fine arts, and later, graduated from New York’s Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
“It’s like your second home,” long-time fire chief retires after 35 years in Ringgold
RINGGOLD, Va. (WFXR) – For 35 years, Mike Neal has been the fire chief in Ringgold, but last month he said goodbye to that title, but he hasn’t said goodbye to the place he calls his second home. Mike Neal grew up in the firehouse. His dad, Calvin Neal, was Ringgold’s first fire chief in […]
‘It got a little airborne’: People ran in fear after woman drove car onto Grand Strand beach, report says
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - Police arrested a Virginia woman in Myrtle Beach after she allegedly drove a car onto the beach on Tuesday. Lauren Hodge, 34, of Galax, Va., is charged with ordinance/vehicle prohibited to drive on beach/public marsh, first-offense driving without a license and reckless driving, records show.
Southampton Sheriff’s Office make arrests in connection with Courtland shooting
Southampton County Sheriff’s Office arrested three in connection with a Friday, July 5, 2024, shooting in Courtland. According to a press release from Maj. Camden Cobb with SCSO, a search warrant was executed on Thursday, July 11. “One subject tried to flee the residence on foot through a rear window and was taken into custody […] The post Southampton Sheriff’s Office make arrests in connection with Courtland shooting appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Sweet Springs Antiques Now Open
GAP MILLS W.Va. – Utilizing a century-old house known to longtime residents as “the old post office”, Brian and Tammy Berry have opened Sweet Springs Antiques where Tammy’s grandparents lived and her grandmother served as postmistress for forty years, beginning in the mid-1930’s. From as early as 1905, the original storefront housed Keenan Bros. General […] The post Sweet Springs Antiques Now Open appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Covington City Council holds monthly meeting on July 9
Mayor Sibold brought The Covington City Council meeting to order promptly, as scheduled at 6:30PM on Tuesday July 9th. The crowd on hand numbered in the low to mid-teens. Though the number was small, it was easy to discern that everyone in attendance was proud of their city and cared deeply about what happened in […] The post Covington City Council holds monthly meeting on July 9 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
‘Moonshiners’ star serves up faith and flavor at The Tickles Table
Do you like tasty, home-style food cooked from scratch? If so, it is highly recommended to stop for a meal at The Tickles Table, located at 3938 S Boston Hwy, Ringgold, VA 24586. The restaurant (which is truck driver-friendly with plenty of parking) is open Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (closed Sunday and Monday). Call-in orders are welcome at 434-799-2070. Doordash was added on June 27.
Danville veterans gear up to donate 300 bookbags to local students in need
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A group of veterans in Danville are gearing up to help kids this upcoming school year. The Walden France American Legion Post 29 will give out 300 bookbags for pre-k through 12th grade students in need. Sheryl Davis, the American Legion Post 29 chairman, said...
Kars Unlimited to hold benefit cruise-in for area resident Steve Miller
Kars Unlimited will be holding a cruise in on Sunday, July 21 at Jackson River Sports Complex from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be music, Chinese auction, 50/50 drawing, a live auction and cake walk. Come out and help support Steve Miller who is battling cancer. The post Kars Unlimited to hold benefit cruise-in for area resident Steve Miller appeared first on The Virginian Review.
CEO of company that sought to reopen Patrick County hospital indicted on embezzlement charges in Chicago
Sameer Suhail faces six counts of wire fraud, six counts of aiding and abetting embezzlement and two counts of money laundering. The post CEO of company that sought to reopen Patrick County hospital indicted on embezzlement charges in Chicago appeared first on Cardinal News.
Hot weather making peach season extra good for Woods Farm
The summer sun is not letting up with temperatures hitting the high 90s. For us, it doesn’t feel too good, but it has for a local farm whose fruit has been loving this weather. “Peaches, peaches, peaches, it’s been a good year so far,” Mark Woods, owner and operator...
Why Youngkin wasn’t chosen as Trump’s running mate, and what’s next for Virginia’s Governor
“Mr. Vance is far more of a converted MAGA Republican, and that’s very appealing to not only Mr. Trump, but to the constituencies he is trying to reach out to,” Karen Hult, Professor of Political Science at Virginia Tech, told 8News.
July 19-21, 2024 Lynchburg Area Weekend Family-Friendly Events
Welcome to the weekend update from Lynchburg Macaroni Kid! Before every weekend, we share the top family-friendly events in the Lynchburg area and beyond. There's no time like now to make family memories!. Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® this weekend and throughout the summer!
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