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Global IT outage disrupts hospitals; Centra Lynchburg adapts with modified schedule
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Medical centers like Lynchburg General Hospital are experiencing outages Friday, due to a global issue affecting Microsoft Windows systems. This worldwide problem is impacting our hometowns, but so far hospitals seem to have it under control as much as possible. Friday’s global IT outage hit hospitals...
Central Middle FFA went to state convention
Central Middle School’s (CMS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter made their way to Blacksburg at the end of June, taking part in the 98th Virginia State FFA Convention. A total of 25 members from the school’s chapter took part in the event, completing several career development and leadership development events. The chapter also had […] The post Central Middle FFA went to state convention appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Victim connected to 14th Street shooting, charged with stalking & trespassing, RPD says
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Roanoke Police have released new information related to the 14th Street shooting investigation. According to RPD, warrants have currently been issued for the victim of the shooting, who has been identified as Kweli Ransom. Charges against Ransom include trespassing and stalking. Additionally, police say a...
Major League Fishing to bring All-Star event to Smith Mountain Lake
Major League Fishing (MLF), one of the top professional bass fishing circuits in the world, will bring its 2025 General Tire Heavy Hitters All-Stars event to Smith Mountain Lake. The nationally-televised, big money tournament will be held from May 17 to May 22 of next year.
Award showcases Diversifying Science Peer Mentor Program
For many freshmen, the first days of college can seem like dropping into dark, deep water. But students like Savaria Parrish find their footing faster thanks to the College of Science’s Diversifying Science Peer Mentor Program, which today received the 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine.
Hokies announce 2024-25 men's golf slate
BLACKSBURG – The Virginia Tech men's golf team has announced its 2024-25 schedule led by sixth-year head coach Brian Sharp. The 2024-25 campaign includes 10 regular-season tournaments, including five that are new to Tech's schedule from last year. Tech begins the fall once again at the Visit Knoxville Collegiate...
Teriyaki Madness to open first location in Lynchburg, Virginia
American restaurant chain Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) has signed a franchise agreement to open its first location in Lynchburg, Virginia. This is the brand’s fifth location in the state and adds to its growing presence, which now includes 150 units across 40 US states. The agreement was signed with new...
Virginia Tech football's all-time record against every team on 2024-25 schedule
Going into the upcoming college football season, there are several reasons why there is a lot of hype surrounding Virginia Tech. The Hokies had a ton of retainment from their 2023 team, but one of the more under-the-radar reasons as to why there is hype is because of a doable schedule.
Chicken restaurant set to open in Vinton
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A fast-casual chicken restaurant will open Saturday in Vinton. HCK Hot Chicken, according to a news release, is a franchise “known for its fiery Nashville-style cuisine and distinctive premium sauces.” Its first outlet in southwest Virginia opens July 20 at 2499 East Washington Avenue, with a grand opening event running from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Virginia practice to close 1 year after physician misconduct allegations
Lynchburg (Va.) Gynecology will close Sept. 7, one year after one of its physicians was investigated for misconduct allegations, according to a report from local ABC affiliate WSET. The practice announced it would sever all ties with gynecologist Louis Dabney, MD, in September 2023 after he was accused of sexual...
Campbell County plans $11M industrial hub, largest project in a decade
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Campbell County is working on an 11-million-dollar project to bring a large industrial building to the county. It's their largest project in over a decade, bringing a 100,000-square-foot structure to Seneca Commerce Park in Rustburg. "We have combined two of our lots, so it's...
Mickey Hardy retires as William Fleming boys head basketball coach
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports learned Wednesday that long-time William Fleming High School’s boys’ basketball head coach, Mickey Hardy is retiring from his position. Hardy has been the head coach for the Colonels basketball team for more than two decades since 2003. Coach Hardy led the Colonels to several regional and district titles to […]
Bluefield Virginia celebrated 60 years of Gilligan’s Island thanks to the Ridge Runners
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) – When you head out to the baseball field, you’d expect a typical baseball game. But the Bluefield Ridge Runners had something else in store. They were celebrating the 60th anniversary of the hit TV show Gilligan’s Island, and the team brought out several special guests. One of those was actress Julie […]
Lionsbridge advances, VB United ousted in USL 2 playoffs
NEWPORT NEWS (WAVY) – Isaiah Chisolm scored at the 89 minute mark of Lionsbridge FC’s USL 2 quarterfinal playoff match up against the Western Mass Pioneers, sending the Newport News club to Sunday’s semifinals. Lionsbridge fell behind 1-0 but rallied to tie it and eventually won it on the late game heroics from Chisolm. Friday’s […]
Kids get the real deal with Lunch and Legos at Craft Memorial Library
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – Craft Memorial Library hosted a Lunch and Legos event for local children on Friday, July 19, 2024. Kids were able to craft whatever their hearts desired with the Legos at the library. Some of these creative Lego creations included a beach, a dog boat, and a police chase. The library workers even […]
Bramwell Suites opens for business
BRAMWELL, WV (WVNS) – The iconic Bramwell Corner Store is finally opening the Corner Suites.The 50’s style diner is proud to present their exclusive rooms to the public. The two apartments can sleep 12 people each, meaning up to 24 people can stay on the entire floor. Co-owner John Husband says they tried to keep […]
Free Lemonade Days return to the Bluefields
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) – The hot temperatures from earlier in the week earned the Bluefields free lemonade on Friday, July 19, 2024. The Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias has made a deal since 1939 that if temperatures hit 90 degrees or higher at the Mercer County Airport, they will give out free lemonade. […]
‘Get Ship Done!’ Mail-N-More to open new location in Bluefield
BLUEFIELD, VA (LOOTPRESS) – The Tazewell Chamber of Commerce has announced an upcoming Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the arrival of Mail-N-More to the Bluefield area. Scheduled to take place at 3:00pm on Monday, July 22, 2024, the ceremony will welcome the shipping and supply service as the latest addition to the local […]
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