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10th Anniversary of the Mountaineer Brewfest
If you want to sample some of the best beer from across West Virginia then you’ll want to mark your calendars for Saturday, Aug. 17 for the return of the 10th annual Mountaineer Brewfest at Wheeling Heritage Port. The inaugural Mountaineer Brewfest was held 10 years ago after founder...
West Virginia becomes first state to implement comprehensive protocols for administering whole blood on ambulances
West Virginia is leading the nation by becoming the first state to implement comprehensive statewide protocols for administering whole blood on ambulances. This pioneering initiative has already shown remarkable success in helping to save lives and improve trauma care outcomes.
Snake causes major power outage for thousands in Virginia
Thousands of Virginians were left fuming over the weekend after a snake caused a major power outage, plunging them into darkness. Dominion Energy revealed that more than 11,700 customers lost power on the evening of Saturday, August 10, when a snake came into contact with a transformer in a high-voltage area.
Seeking public comment on regulatory proposals
RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A public comment period is now open regarding regulatory proposals before the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources’ Board. These proposals cover a variety of topics, such as managing recreational fishing, non-game wildlife and boating. Any regulations that are adopted will go into effect in...
Harrisonburg and JMU police departments to welcome students with annual Knock-and-Talks
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The Harrisonburg Police Department is collaborating with the James Madison University Police Department and the JMU Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices to hold a knock-and-talk event Thursday afternoon. As students return to Harrisonburg for the new academic year, HPD and JMU PD...
Lost Colony: Scientific tests confirm First Colony archaeology discovery
(First Colony Foundation) A copper earring unearthed by First Colony Foundation archaeologists at Roanoke Island’s Elizabethan Gardens was almost certainly traded – or gifted – to local Native Americans by Sir Walter Raleigh’s explorers, based on scientific tests released this week. An analysis conducted by Madison...
Suspect identified in break-in at Trump's Virginia campaign office
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office has issued an arrest warrant for Toby Shane Kessler after the 39-year-old was allegedly seen breaking into the Ashburn building that houses Virginia's Trump for President campaign.
Fired Richmond workers put Mayor Stoney on blast: 'We didn’t have training'
Former Richmond finance employees, who took their jobs only a few months ago, said they were confused and upset after they were fired this week under what they believed to be unfair circumstances.
Governor Youngkin to visit Friendly City Thursday
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Governor Glenn Youngkin will be spending a majority of this afternoon in the Friendly City. According to his press schedule, the governor will be hosting a signing ceremony at 3 p.m. for several pieces of legislation aligned with the Building Blocks for Virginia Families initiative.
Homelessness in Harrisonburg: shelter faces possible delay, unhoused population seeks help
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - As construction of Harrisonburg’s Homeless Services Center faces some potential delays, the homeless population is left with limited options until the facility is complete.
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