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2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
Sheriff's Office: Man shot in face in road rage incident
STAUNTON — The Augusta County Sheriff's Office said a man was shot in the face Wednesday evening in a road rage incident on Lee Jackson Highway. Shortly before 8 p.m., deputies responded to the 3500 block of Lee Jackson Highway. The sheriff's office said the suspect was in a dark-colored truck, possibly a diesel,...
Harrisonburg City Council opens public comment for homeless shelter naming
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The city of Harrisonburg kicked off a 30-day public comment period for the new homeless center during last night’s city council meeting. Deputy City Manager Amy Snider is the lead project director for the presently named Homeless Services Center. However, she proposed that...
Part of US 29 down to one lane, police on scene
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Route 29 near Exit 8A is down to one lane on Thursday morning. Candlers Mountain Road ramp is being blocked off by police. According to our crew on scene, there is a police presence on the scene of what looks like a multi-vehicle accident. We saw minor damage.
Lynchburg Humane Society speaks about dogs rescued from “deplorable” conditions at Lynchburg home
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Lynchburg animal control found 15 dogs in “deplorable” and “appalling” conditions at a home on Shaffer Street. On July 22, their owner was charged in Lynchburg General District Court for five counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty and the dogs plus one parrot were handed over to the Lynchburg Humane Society.
Liberty football: our way too early 2024 season projections
It’s never too early to set some expectations. Liberty football finished 13-1 last year, riding a 13-0 start, winning the CUSA title, advancing to the Fiesta Bowl, and securing a third top 25 ranking in four seasons. The Flames are now looking to achieve a sixth straight bowl game and compete for a second straight conference championship while also keeping its eyes on the College Football Playoff.
Roanoke City leaders approve $40,000 to reduce deer population
ROANOKE, Va. – If you’ve noticed deer in your yard eating all of your favorite plants and flowers, you’re not alone. Roanoke City said it has received several complaints from residents already this year. Roanoke City’s Landscape Management Coordinator Laura Reilly said it’s normal to see deer...
Hundreds without water in Lake Vista neighborhood after contractors hit water main
FOREST, Va. (WSET) — Hundreds of people in a neighborhood already plagued by gas line breaks from contractors installing fiber optic cable are now without water after more contractors hit a water main. According to the Bedford Regional Water Authority, a subcontractor is laying fiber optic cable for Comcast...
District five challenger Susan Crowder making a run at Covington City Council
“I just want my chance to make Covington even greater” was her opening statement, but when meeting with District 5 challenger Susan Crowder you can’t help but see her commitment in every comment she makes. Her excitement and genuine positive attitude towards the things she sees as possible is contagious. She’s informed about how things […] The post District five challenger Susan Crowder making a run at Covington City Council appeared first on The Virginian Review.
MGCC CyberPatriot Summer Regional Governor’s School
Participants of Mountain Gateway Community College’s CyberPatriot Summer Regional Governor’s School stand with IT program head, Tamra Lipscomb. The free week-long summer program offered these students the unique opportunity to explore cybersecurity careers, cyber ethics, online safety, computer operations, cyber threats, cybersecurity principles, and virtual machines. Pictured here are Kim Cau, Michael King, and John […] The post MGCC CyberPatriot Summer Regional Governor’s School appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Tragic house fire spurs community support for Winchester mail carrier
A GoFundMe campaign and item collection drive have been launched to support Corey Lyons Marsden, a well-known letter carrier in Winchester, following a devastating house fire on July 20. The fire destroyed the Marsden family home in Woburn, leaving Corey, a single mother of two daughters, ages 10 and 9,...
Showers start your morning, isolated storms kicking up in the afternoon
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Our rainy trend is still going on Thursday, with showers and storms scattered throughout the day. That being said, the majority of our rain will likely fall this morning as showers. Our afternoon highs will be much cooler though and in the low 80s, with...
‘American Pickers’ Visit Local Artist
Local artist and entertainer Mark Cline welcomed the crew of the long-running television series “American Pickers” last Thursday, July 18. Leading the search at Cline’s Enchanted Castle Studios in Natural Bridge was one half of the “American Pickers” team, Robbie Wolfe. Wolfe and the crew’s...
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