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Virginia man convicted in 2021 Marion murder
A Virginia man was convicted of first-degree murder, and other charges, for the 2021 murder of Teresa Greer. 40 year old Jason Whittaker was convicted of first-degree murder, abduction, arson, and animal cruelty. His sentencing is scheduled for November 21 where he will be facing a maximum of two life sentences plus 15 years. Greer’s body was found in a fire-damaged home in Marion on North Chestnut Street.
Rocktown History celebrates 50 years at Massanutten Village
DAYTON, Va. (WHSV)—Rocktown History is engaging with its community with its Third Thursday Talks. The latest talk celebrates the 50th golden anniversary of the Massanutten Village and Resort. Author June Brinkman, one of the early homesteaders in the village who also wrote a book on the development as a...
Virginia psychologist surrenders license after years of fighting with patient
All the details in our Health Safety stories come from publicly available Final Orders, Consent Orders, Orders of Suspension and other documents from the Virginia Department of Health Professionals. For more information, see the Editor’s note below the story. CHARLOTTESVILLE – A client was in session with Brian Hocking, a clinical psychologist working in Charlottesville. She felt uncomfortable opening up to him, worried she might make him angry. ...
Severe Drought Impacts Albemarle, Greene, Madison; Extreme Conditions in Augusta
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The U.S. Drought Monitor reports that as of Tuesday, 37% of Virginia is experiencing severe drought, with 11% in extreme drought. Albemarle, Greene, and Madison counties are among those in severe drought. Rockingham, Shenandoah, Augusta, Page, Warren, and Frederick counties are facing extreme drought conditions. While recent rain showers have provided some relief, meteorologists indicate that significant improvements are still needed to overcome the drought situation. The prolonged dry spell has raised concerns about water supply and agricultural impacts across the Commonwealth.
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