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Police search for owners of emu wandering around Roanoke and more Va. headlines
• “Blacksburg’s Liam Watson, facing election fraud charges, nixes leave of absence from town council.”—Roanoke Times • “Northern Va. man pleads guilty to making and possessing toxic ricin.”—WJLA • “VCU Police launch campaign to improve pedestrian safety.”—WRIC • “Amtrak Virginia commences service at new transportation center in Newport News.”—13News Now • “Is it yours? Roanoke […]
Virginia International Raceway’s fire and rescue crews can mean the difference between life and death
The raceway is one of only a few in the country to have its own fire-EMS staff. The team can respond to rollovers and grass and car fires in a matter of seconds. The post Virginia International Raceway’s fire and rescue crews can mean the difference between life and death appeared first on Cardinal News.
PSC Chairman Lane’s Column: Meet the Judges
The Public Service Commission includes more than me and my fellow Commissioners. In addition to the three of us, the agency has a number of divisions to carry out all the things that allow us to supervise public utilities. We have lawyers, accountants, and engineers who each contribute specialized skills to the overall effort. There […] The post PSC Chairman Lane’s Column: Meet the Judges appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Man taken to hospital after shooting at Badger on Main in Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — ABC13 was on the scene of a shooting in Lynchburg that left one person injured. This happenedin the 1100 block of Main Street. At 12:51 a.m., LPD said officers responded to 911 calls reporting shots fired inside the Badger on Main. Upon arrival, they found a man suffering from a single gunshot wound.
Drought State of Emergency extended for West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The State of Emergency for the ongoing drought has been extended, according to West Virginia Governor Jim Justice. The governor’s office says the extension impacts all 55 counties and will go on for another 30 days. Officials with Justice’s office say the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates “extreme, severe and moderate” drought […]
How West Virginia’s drought could affect Friday Night Lights
North central West Virginia may have had cooler temperatures and some rain in the recent days, but the long-term effects of the summer drought are still causing issues in the area, including at grass football fields like South Harrison's Gary Barnette field.
West Virginia American Water Awards Grants for Fire Protection
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) — West Virginia American Water recently announced that 29 agencies within its service areas will receive grant money for fire protection gear, equipment, and training. Among the recipients are two departments in Summers County: the Summers County Volunteer Fire Department and the Jumping Branch-Nimitz Volunteer Fire Department. The Jumping Branch-Nimitz department will use its grant to purchase two ratcheting fire hydrant wrenches, totaling $740.40. The Summers County Volunteer Fire Department will allocate its $842.70 grant towards acquiring AED (automated external defibrillator) equipment. The Summers County Volunteer Fire Department expressed their gratitude on Facebook, thanking American Water Company for the support. They also indicated that they will provide updates on how the grant funds are utilized in the future. The grants are part of West Virginia American Water’s ongoing efforts to support local fire departments and enhance emergency response capabilities across its service areas. The post West Virginia American Water Awards Grants for Fire Protection appeared first on The Hinton News.
City Pulmonologist Salam Rajjoub Honored for Work with WVSOM Students; BHS Grad Presents Award
An area physician received recognition for his work with West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) students. Salam Rajjoub, M.D., received the 2024 Outstanding Specialty Preceptor Award for the Central East Region of WVSOM’s Statewide. Campus. Rajjoub is a pulmonologist at American Lung Care in Bridgeport. He was presented...
Christmas at Cass train rides to return for 2024
CASS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – This holiday season, take a journey on the Cass Scenic Railroad and experience the magic of Christmas at Cass. The steam-powered train will depart from the Cass depot and follow the scenic Greenbrier River on a festive 1.5-hour ride. Passengers of all ages will enjoy the beautifully decorated and heated coaches. […]
Archaeologists in Virginia unearth colonial-era garden with clues about its enslaved gardeners
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) — Archaeologists in Virginia are uncovering one of colonial America’s most lavish displays of opulence: An ornamental garden where a wealthy politician and enslaved gardeners grew exotic plants from around the world. Such plots of land dotted Britain’s colonies and served as status symbols for...
Study: Virginia tops charts with 'sanctuary' cities, counties
(The Center Square) — Immigration policy think tank the Center for Immigration Studies released its updated map of American sanctuary locations on Thursday, revealing a surge in Virginia localities adopting sanctuary status. The center added 36 Virginia localities to its map for a total of 84. Besides sanctuary states, the commonwealth now tops the charts of states with the most sanctuary jurisdictions, according to the center’s map based on Immigration...
Former Eden teacher charged with indecent liberties with student
EDEN, N.C. — UPDATE: Rockingham County Schools said Jesse Michael Morris, 24, is no longer an employee of the school system. Rockingham County Schools issued a statement following the arrest of a teacher facing indecent liberties charges. In the statement, the district said 24-year-old Jesse Michael Morris is on administrative leave and that it's taking the situation seriously.
Family pleads for help as search for missing 15-year-old girl enters fifth week
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The search for 15-year-old Alaina Hendricks has entered its fifth week, leaving her Campbell County family desperate for answers. Hendricks, who was staying at a group home in Henrico, ran away with another girl and no one has reported seeing her since. Her family is growing increasingly concerned as the days go by without any word from her.
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