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SRO GT World Challenge is gearing up for Virginia International Raceway this weekend
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The SRO GT World Challenge is gearing up for this weekend’s races at the Virginia International Raceway (VIR) with some of the industry’s top drivers, like Blacksburg native James Clay and high-performing cars including Toyota GR86 and Ferrari. The Fanatec GT World Challenge is an international championship organized by SRO Motorsports […]
Bassett Furniture hit by cyberattack, manufacturing affected
BASSETT, Va. — On July, 10, Bassett Furniture Industries Inc. was hit by a substantial cybersecurity breach that led to a halt in manufacturing operations. The company's manufacturing operations were still down according to a July 15 supplemental filing with the Security and Exchange Commission. Woodworking Network has reached...
Danville holds soft opening for new Doyle Thomas Park Splash Pad
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Danville is helping folks in the River City cool off with a new splash pad. Danville Parks and Recreation had a soft opening for the new Doyle Thomas Park Splash pad on Green Street. It was a chance for staff to look at all the...
Artist, philanthropist P. Buckley Moss dies; legacy lives on through art, education
The art world is in mourning after learning today that P. Buckley Moss died on Saturday after a short illness. She was 91. Born on May 20, 1933, Patricia Moss discovered her passion for art at a young age. Moss was dyslexic. She discovered her artistic potential and enrolled in a high school for the fine arts, and later, graduated from New York’s Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art.
“It’s like your second home,” long-time fire chief retires after 35 years in Ringgold
RINGGOLD, Va. (WFXR) – For 35 years, Mike Neal has been the fire chief in Ringgold, but last month he said goodbye to that title, but he hasn’t said goodbye to the place he calls his second home. Mike Neal grew up in the firehouse. His dad, Calvin Neal, was Ringgold’s first fire chief in […]
‘It got a little airborne’: People ran in fear after woman drove car onto Grand Strand beach, report says
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - Police arrested a Virginia woman in Myrtle Beach after she allegedly drove a car onto the beach on Tuesday. Lauren Hodge, 34, of Galax, Va., is charged with ordinance/vehicle prohibited to drive on beach/public marsh, first-offense driving without a license and reckless driving, records show.
State Fair to Host School Supply Drive
LEWISBURG W.Va. (Hinton News) - The State Fair of West Virginia in partnership with Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County (CISGC), is set to host a school supply drive on Monday, August 12, at the 99th Annual State Fair! Fairgoers are asked to bring in three (3) different school supply items OR two (2) hygiene products and pay only $25 for gate admission and carnival rides from 11 AM to 11 PM. Those who do not wish to ride carnival rides will receive a discounted $8 gate admission. "We are very excited to be partnering with Communities in Schools of Greenbrier County,...
Southampton Sheriff’s Office make arrests in connection with Courtland shooting
Southampton County Sheriff’s Office arrested three in connection with a Friday, July 5, 2024, shooting in Courtland. According to a press release from Maj. Camden Cobb with SCSO, a search warrant was executed on Thursday, July 11. “One subject tried to flee the residence on foot through a rear window and was taken into custody […] The post Southampton Sheriff’s Office make arrests in connection with Courtland shooting appeared first on The Tidewater News.
‘Moonshiners’ star serves up faith and flavor at The Tickles Table
Do you like tasty, home-style food cooked from scratch? If so, it is highly recommended to stop for a meal at The Tickles Table, located at 3938 S Boston Hwy, Ringgold, VA 24586. The restaurant (which is truck driver-friendly with plenty of parking) is open Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (closed Sunday and Monday). Call-in orders are welcome at 434-799-2070. Doordash was added on June 27.
Danville veterans gear up to donate 300 bookbags to local students in need
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A group of veterans in Danville are gearing up to help kids this upcoming school year. The Walden France American Legion Post 29 will give out 300 bookbags for pre-k through 12th grade students in need. Sheryl Davis, the American Legion Post 29 chairman, said...
CEO of company that sought to reopen Patrick County hospital indicted on embezzlement charges in Chicago
Sameer Suhail faces six counts of wire fraud, six counts of aiding and abetting embezzlement and two counts of money laundering. The post CEO of company that sought to reopen Patrick County hospital indicted on embezzlement charges in Chicago appeared first on Cardinal News.
Why Youngkin wasn’t chosen as Trump’s running mate, and what’s next for Virginia’s Governor
“Mr. Vance is far more of a converted MAGA Republican, and that’s very appealing to not only Mr. Trump, but to the constituencies he is trying to reach out to,” Karen Hult, Professor of Political Science at Virginia Tech, told 8News.
July 19-21, 2024 Lynchburg Area Weekend Family-Friendly Events
Welcome to the weekend update from Lynchburg Macaroni Kid! Before every weekend, we share the top family-friendly events in the Lynchburg area and beyond. There's no time like now to make family memories!. Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® this weekend and throughout the summer!
Kars Unlimited to hold benefit cruise-in for area resident Steve Miller
Kars Unlimited will be holding a cruise in on Sunday, July 21 at Jackson River Sports Complex from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There will be music, Chinese auction, 50/50 drawing, a live auction and cake walk. Come out and help support Steve Miller who is battling cancer. The post Kars Unlimited to hold benefit cruise-in for area resident Steve Miller appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Former school district employee accused of inappropriate relationship with minor
GILES COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A Narrows woman has been arrested as part of an investigation into an inappropriate relationship with a minor. Kristen Sierra Williams, 23 and a former Giles County Public schools employee, is charged with:. One count of taking indecent liberties with a minor (indecent act with...
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