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Amherst Co. deputies investigating shoplifting incident, trying to identify suspect
AMHERST COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The Amherst County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) said they areinvestigating a shoplifting incident that occurred at Lowe's in Madison Heights. ACSO said they are looking for help from the community to identify the suspect. Anyone with information in reference to this incident is asked to...
Fog lifts quickly this morning with lots of heat for midweek
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — There may be a bit of fog this morning, but we'll see it disperse quickly as the temperatures rise. The afternoon highs will be similar again and should climb to the low 90s. The lows are warm for the rest of the week and will...
A steep price to pay: Virginia's new safety campaign hits drunk drivers right in wallet
RICHMOND – As we head into the final weekend of unofficial summer celebrations – Labor Day – the commonwealth of Virginia has rolled out enhancements to its long-running “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Backed by data from the market-research firm Dynata, this iteration of the 23-year-old program features a website called “What’s the Damage?” that puts a more financial-focused spin on the dangers of drunk driving. At the centerpiece of the campaign is a list...
Over 6,000 ‘noncitizens’ purged from Virginia voter rolls and more state headlines
• “A Virginia voter roll purge sparks renewed rhetoric over ‘non-citizens’ casting ballots.”—NBC News • “Political analyst says Harris, Democrats ‘clearly the favorites’ in Virginia.”—WRIC • “Chesterfield sheriff endorses Donald Trump, prompting ethics questions.”—VPM News • “Former executive of Virginia benefit program charged with stealing $4.8 million.”—Augusta Free Press • “Virginia ranks 7th in nation […]
Late and unpaid bills are nothing new for Justice and his family businesses
Last week we learned that union officials say The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation has been taking money out of employees’ paychecks for health insurance for four months, but that money hasn’t been going to the health insurance company. The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation owes about $2.4 million in delinquent contributions, and if it’s not paid by the […]
This year’s presidential primaries cost localities about $4 million more than the state will cover
In some places, the state will cover the whole cost. But some localities are finding the state is only covering about one-quarter of the expense. The post This year’s presidential primaries cost localities about $4 million more than the state will cover appeared first on Cardinal News.
Parents urged to discuss dangers of vaping with DMV kids as usage increases
SILVER SPRING, Md. (7News) — With tens of thousands of students now back in school in the DMV, The American Lung Association and the Ad Council are urging parents to talk to their kids about the dangers of vaping. Currently, 2.1 million kids use e-cigarettes and 4,000 kids try...
Community mourns missing Va. mom thought to have been killed by husband and more state headlines
• “Congressional office baseball bat attacker enters insanity plea in Virginia.”—NBC4 • “Community comes together to remember the missing Virginia mother whose husband is accused of killing her.”—CNN • “59-year-old shot, another arrested after road rage incident in Halifax County: VSP.”—WSET • “Inventory grew in Va. housing market in July.”—Virginia Business • “More than 60% […]
Former Gov. McAuliffe says Roanoke College poll is wrong. Here are the facts.
The former governor says the poll under-samples Democratic areas. He's simply wrong. The post Former Gov. McAuliffe says Roanoke College poll is wrong. Here are the facts. appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia Tech and Metallica forge merchandise agreement
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - A new collection of T-shirts and hats is available for Hokie fans, as Virginia Tech says, “A collaboration with Metallica has finally happened.”. The initial lineup of merchandise co-branded with rock band Metallica features designs inspired by the band’s logo and original sketches by Virginia Tech doodle artist Steven White, according to the university.
Power mostly restored to customers near Graves Mill Road in Lynchburg after outage
LYNCHBURG Va. (WFXR) – Lynchburg Police is reporting a power outage that is currently affecting traffic on Graves Mill Road. The outage is near Funquest and Heritage Funeral Home which has affected traffic lights in the area. The AEP is reporting 1,111 customers in the area currently without power....
Pinpoint Weather: Storm chances increasing
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A few showers and storms are possible on Wednesday as a cold front gets closer to Virginia. The best chance for rain will be north of I-64 though a few storms can’t be ruled out elsewhere. A few storms in the Highlands could become strong to severe with strong winds and […]
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