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Virginia 2023 crime report shows some troubling trends
(The Center Square) — Virginia State Police released its annual Crime in Virginia report, revealing an overall increase in violent crime in 2023 and some troubling trends that could worsen in 2024. In 2023, 20,549 violent crimes were reported in the commonwealth, a near 10% increase over 2022—though the population also grew by about 10% during that time. The number of assaults on officers also rose by nearly 9%, increasing...
Pittsylvania Co. deputies looking for the public's help with thefts that occurred
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office said they are looking for the public’s help with thefts that occurred in the early morning hours on Wednesday. Deputies said around 2:30 a.m., a 2018 blue and white Peterbilt Tractor, and low-boy trailer, a 2020 Maroon...
State official says they've found no evidence Elon Musk's Super PAC violated voter registration laws
Elon Musk’s America PAC is trying to persuade election officials in Michigan and North Carolina to back off their investigations of its voter registration practices. And the political action committee may have succeeded at least in part, as Michigan says it hasn’t found evidence of any violations of state campaign finance law but will continue to monitor the situation.
Rocky Mount Church to host 8th Annual Cruise-in on September 14
Rocky Mount Church will host its 8th Annual Cruise-In on Saturday, September 14. The free family-friendly car show will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until 1 p.m. Last year’s event featured more than 200 vehicles. The Cruise-In is open to cars of all makes, models, and years. Preregister your vehicle to avoid the line at https://rockymountchurch.com/cruise-in.
Wilson man charged in fatal fentanyl overdose
Authorities have charged a Wilson County man with supplying the fentanyl that caused a 33-year-old Tarboro woman’s overdose death. Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office detectives and patrol officers arrested Devonty Janell Pitt, 35, on Aug. 13. Deputies say he provided drugs to Cierra Lynn Parker Barnes, who died May 2. “During this investigation by Detective R. Holloman, it was determined that […] The post Wilson man charged in fatal fentanyl overdose first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Virginia one step closer to creating single gaming agency
Legal gaming has surged to new heights in Virginia, transforming into a multibillion-dollar annual market as the state’s expanding casinos, sports betting, and online gaming sectors fuel economic growth and reshape the entertainment landscape. But the industry is currently overseen by multiple state agencies, and splitting those duties has created oversight and enforcement gaps in […]
Military discounts in Fayetteville to save on back-to-school shopping and all year long
Back-to-school shopping is in full swing in Fayetteville as students in Cumberland County Schools students head back to school on Monday. Many Fayetteville shops offer discounts of up to 40% off for active-duty military members, reservists, veterans, military spouses and immediate family members. Most require online verification through such services as Id.me...
72nd Clayton Harvest Festival October 24-27
The 72nd Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 24-27, 2024, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun.
Dominion moving proposed gas plant and other Virginia headlines
“Dominion moving proposed Chesterfield gas plant” — The Richmond Times-Dispatch “New union contract limits hours Metro bus and rail operators can work” — Washington Post “Investigations requested after Chesapeake mayor tasked city attorney with helping family member” — Virginian-Pilot “Blacksburg’s Liam Watson, facing election fraud charges, nixes leave of absence from town council” — The […]
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