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Averett cuts employee pay after unauthorized endowment withdrawals led to financial shortfall
The private university in Danville is trying to cut $6 million in costs to make up for the shortfall. A spokesperson said there is no evidence of theft. The post Averett cuts employee pay after unauthorized endowment withdrawals led to financial shortfall appeared first on Cardinal News.
Silver Line Theatre Exchange presents 'Art' with options for dinner and a show
STAUNTON — Starting July 12, Silver Line Theatre Exchange presents "Art." The play, by Yasmina Reza, centers on three friends — Serge (played by Ethan Goodmansen), Marc (played by Richard Waddingham), and Yvan (played by Johnny Williams III). When Serge buys an expensive, all-white painting, it ignites a debate about its value, revealing...
Dr Pepper Park hosts Key West Band for tribute concert to Jimmy Buffett
Roanoke, Virginia – The Key West Band is set to perform at Dr Pepper Park on Saturday, July 6. This event marks another special tribute to Buffett, who passed away last September. Celebrating Three Decades of Music. The Key West Band first formed 30 years ago and, after a...
Fairfax jobless rate up month-over-month, down year-over-year
Both Arlington and Fairfax counties posted slight month-over-month unemployment upticks in new data, but May’s figures remain below those of a year earlier. The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the new data July 3. Figures show:. • With 645,896 in the workforce and 15,177 seeking jobs, Fairfax’s unemployment...
7@four’s Logan and Melissa take on rides and games at the Salem Fair
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -Logan Sherrill and Melissa Gaona tried out the new ride at the Salem Fair “New Wave”. Fair crews have been waiting on this ride for two years and it was shipped all the way from Italy!. The ride twists and turns with two seat or...
Dan River lands six on all-region teams
The 2024 All-Region 2C teams for baseball, softball, and both soccer teams were announced recently and Dan River High School has solid representation on three squads. The Wildcats had two players and their coach recognized for baseball, two girls soccer players honored, and one player recognized for softball. Senior Dylan...
Rolling into Roanoke scheduled for July 27
Rolling Into Roanoke showcases Roanoke and supports its downtown, boutique shops, restaurants, and park while raising funds to support their beneficiaries. Rolling into Roanoke’s one-of-a-kind experience of themed car tributes, automotive history and preservation, and family fun … there’s nothing quite like it in all of Indiana.
‘Happy Birthday, America’ celebration held in Staunton
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) -Staunton residents celebrated 4th of July at the annual ‘Happy Birthday, America’ event. Wil and Langdon Reid of music group Wilson Fairchild said their fathers, The Statler, Brothers began the tradition of hosting a Fourth of July celebration in Staunton in 1970. In 2018, Wilson Fairchild took over and called it “Happy Birthday America”.
Fourth of July celebrations kick off in the New River Valley
NEW RIVER VALLEY, Va. – While many are waiting for the sun to go down to see the fireworks for the Fourth of July, in the New River Valley, there has been plenty of ways to celebrate. “It’s wonderful because we celebrate our independence, and it helps us to...
Christiansburg celebrates 25th annual 4th of July festival
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - From puppies to picnics, hundreds of people spent the 4th of July walking down Main Street in Christiansburg to listen to music and see what looked good at all the stands. “I’ve been here several years; this is the place to be. Anything you want to...
Caesars Virginia expansion promises a top-tier resort experience in Danville
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — When you’re driving through Danville, Caesars Virginia is sure to catch your eye, and by the end of the year, it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. All of our wonderful restaurants, our bars, our pool, our spa," said Chris Albrecht,...
Carroll's Berrier voted all-state
All-State selection Britt Berrier is one of eight Carroll County baseball players to receive postseason recognition after the Cavaliers finished the 2024 campaign with one of their best seasons in recent memory and a 15-5 record. Berrier had an incredible junior campaign for the Cavaliers, one that saw the junior catcher named First-Team All-Three Rivers District, First-Team All-Region 3D and Second-Team All-State by the Virginia High School League. Offensively, Berrier is one of the rarest of players — a catcher who hits leadoff in the...
Town of Vinton to delay Fourth of July celebration
VINTON, Va. (WFXR) -Due to inclement weather, The Town of Vinton will be delaying their Fourth of July celebrations. The Town of Vinton announced on Facebook that they will be delaying their Fourth of July celebration until 7:00 p.m. Officials with the town say they are currently monitoring the weather.
Lexington celebrates July 4th with Children's Bike Parade
LEXINGTON, Va. (WDBJ) - The Children’s Bike Parade in Lexington is almost 40 years old. Thursday morning, hundreds of people packed Main Street for the popular event. “They get to decorate their bikes. They get to ride down Main Street. They get to celebrate America,” said first grade teacher Hayden Richardson, who brought her daughter Zola to take part in the parade.
Power restored throughout multiple counties in our region
UPDATE 9:14 P.M. (WFXR)– Appalachian Power reports most widespread outages in our region have since been restored. AEP encourages customers who see a downed line to report it and avoid the area. Outages can be reported by calling 800-956-4237 or entering a report online. – (WFXR)– With storms impacting our...
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