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FloydFest returns Wednesday, heavy traffic expected
FLOYD, Va. – Floyd’s annual FloydFest will be taking place from July 24 - July 28, with an expected attendance of 10,000 people, which is expected to cause heavy traffic. It is planned to be held at 5826 Floyd Highway North, a new venue featuring an overlook deck with a bar, on-site parking and more camping options.
Roanoke apartment hit with gunfire
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke Police are looking for whomever is responsible for shooting at an apartment Tuesday. Police were called shortly before 11 a.m. July 23, 2024 to the 3400 block of Bennett Drive NW about a shooting. Officers determined one apartment had been struck with gunfire. No one...
Tomato Festival at Yates Tavern set
The Pittsylvania County Historical Society will hold the Tomato Festival & Picnic fundraiser on Monday, July 29, at 6:30 p.m., at Yates Tavern on US 29 South just outside of Gretna. This will be a fun time at the beautifully restored tavern that hosts many interesting events during the year.
Target 7: Averett University staff facing pay cuts after millions of dollars mismanaged
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - More than half of Averett University staff members have taken a temporary pay cut this summer. This comes after an employee mismanaged millions of dollars in the university’s budget. Averett placed a temporary furlough pay for all 12-month, full time staff and all 12-month, full...
Danville celebrates new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad with ribbon-cutting event
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — On July 19, Danville celebrated the ribbon cutting of the brand-new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad on Green Street. Several city leaders, officials and community members were there to celebrate the big occasion. The new splash pad has several water features you can access with...
Dan River Falls transformation progresses: First 150 apartments near completion
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Crews are still moving full speed ahead as they transform Danville's iconic White Mill into Dan River Falls. The Alexander Company is developing the project. Project Development Manager Dave Vos said that construction has come a long way. "Having the White Mill, a building with...
Family members and coach mourn the loss of Jakolbi Taylor
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – It’s the two words nobody ever likes to hear: fatal shooting. Early Saturday morning, a fatal shooting occurred on North Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The victim was 16-year-old Jakolbi Taylor of Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke. The rising high school...
Smith Mountain Lake YMCA to host Boomer Band Concert and silent auction
The Smith Mountain Lake YMCA announces an exciting evening of music and community spirit with its upcoming Formals and Flops event, featuring a SML Boomer Band concert and silent auction. The event will take place on August 9, 2024 at the Smith Mountain Lake YMCA located at 293 Firstwatch Drive in Moneta. Doors open at 6 p.m., allowing attendees to enjoy the pre-concert activities and view the silent auction items, and the music begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are available to purchase for $25 each.
New anthology collects long-forgotten stories of Patrick County
A Martinsville teacher is preparing for the release of her first book, a collection of stories from her native Patrick County. The post New anthology collects long-forgotten stories of Patrick County appeared first on Cardinal News.
From the ball, breakfast and big times on the water, the 11th annual SML Pirate Days was a blast for all
The 11th annual Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days was held over the weekend featuring a host of activities that kicked off on Friday, July 19th with an on the water viewing of the movie "Jaws" at SML Community Park Beach in Moneta and The Pirates Ball held at Mango's Bar & Grill and wrapped on Sunday, July 21st with events held at Goodhue Boat Company, Blackwater.
New Jersey lottery player wins $4 million in Mega Millions. Here's where ticket was sold
A trip the market turned into one lucky New Jersey lottery player into a millionaire. The ticket sold in Monmouth County won $4 million by matching the five white balls in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing and having the Megaplier option. The winning ticket was sold at the Laurel Market on Laurel Avenue in Hazlet Township, the New Jersey Lottery announced. ...
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