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$200K approved for repurpose study of former coal-fired power plant in Glen Lyn
GLEN LYN, Va. (WVVA) - The fate of a closed coal-fired power plant is the focus of a study into its future usefulness in Giles County. A grant submitted by Giles County to the Appalachian Regional Commission was recently given a green-light. County administrator, Chris McKlarney says Appalachian Power still...
HCK Hot Chicken to open soon in Vinton
VINTON, Va. – HCK Hot Chicken will hold a grand opening for its first restaurant in the Town of Vinton on Saturday, Jul. 20 from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m at 2499 East Washington Ave. The first 24 customers will receive a free sandwich, and all other guests will...
Salem Sheriff Staton announces resignation
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - Salem Sheriff April Staton has announced her resignation from the Salem office, effective August 31, 2024, after serving with the office since 2003. “I came to the Sheriff’s Office without any knowledge of law enforcement, but once on the job, I fell in love with the opportunities we have to affect someone’s life in a positive way,” Staton said. “I am very proud I was able to earn the respect of our citizens and build on the traditions of the Salem Sheriff’s Office.”
Average Gas Prices Continue to Climb Across the Southside
Average gas prices across Virginia jumped six cents this week to $3.45 a gallon, while the average price of gas across the country is up by a penny to $3.51 a gallon, according to AAA. The average price of gas in Danville climbed by 11 cents to $3.38, while the...
Virginia Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Night results for July 16, 2024
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 16, 2024, results for each game:. Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. 05-35-42-58-66, Mega Ball: 22, Megaplier: 2. Check Mega Millions payouts and...
Brunswick 13-16 stars go 1-2 in state tourney
The host Brunswick team ran into some strong competition in the Virginia Babe Ruth 13-16 year old tournament in Lawrenceville but fought hard to compile a 1-2 record. The team fell 14-2 to Lakeside, the defending state champions, in their opener before rallying to top Western Branch 9-7 in an elimination contest on Saturday. Brunswick was bounced from the tournament after falling 9-4 to Winchester on Sunday.
Virginia State Police hosting free motorcycle event
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Virginia State Police are hosting a free motorcycle self-assessment course. The event will be this Saturday, July 20, from 8:30 to 1 and riders can ride, learn, and practice rider safety through the S.I.P.D.E process which stands for Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute.
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