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Boozy Olympics, biscuits rise again, and dill-ightful cider
Brookville Biscuit & Brunch returned in early June with a bountiful lineup of biscuit sandwiches. C-VILLE Weekly is Charlottesville’s leading newspaper. Founded in 1989, it’s been the area’s local source for informative (and informed) stories in news, arts, and living for more than 26 years.
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.
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...
Lynchburg begins Phase IV of its Downtown Renewal Project
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg recently began the fourth phase of its Downtown Renewal Project last Monday. The project plans for the 1200 block of Main Street to the Lynchburg Expressway to be revitalized to replace aging underground infrastructure in order to improve and modernize the area. The project began...
Liberty football unveils roster and updated jersey numbers for 2024
The Liberty Flames football team has released its updated roster and jersey numbers for the 2024 season. The roster includes a lot of new faces and jersey number changes. Here is a quick rundown of some of those changes and updates:. New additions to roster (jersey # and previous school),...
Lynchburg school board reverses closure decision, plans to rebuild Sandusky Elementary
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Two Lynchburg elementary schools are off of the chopping block for closure, at least at the moment, after a school board work session on Tuesday night. The board decided that T.C. Miller and Sandusky elementary schools are staying open, and they're hoping to rebuild Sandusky.
In Giles County, officials hope to breathe new life into an old coal power plant
The Glen Lyn plant, which opened in 1919, has been sitting vacant for almost a decade. Whether, and how, it might be repurposed is the subject of a new study. The post In Giles County, officials hope to breathe new life into an old coal power plant appeared first on Cardinal News.
Lynchburg Public Library to Host Special Cooking Program with Local Chef (Aug. 3)
The Lynchburg Public Library is excited to announce a joint program with the Culinary Director for Hen and Hound, Candace Vinson on Saturday, August 3, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Downtown Branch Library, 216 12th Street. The program, “A Market Meal with Chef Candace,” will showcase how...
Lynchburg man charged in Main Street shooting denied bond
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg man charged with shooting two people on Main Street in April will stay behind bars for now. A judge granted Travon Bunson a $25,00 bond Monday, but the Lynchburg Commonwealth's Attorney appealed the decision. Tuesday at the appeal hearing, a circuit court judge...
Historic African American School Reopens Doors to Serve Children Once Again
Fifty-eight years ago, Calfee Training School closed its doors as a Jim Crow-era institution for African American children in Pulaski, Virginia. This September, it will reopen as a community and cultural center serving all Pulaski County residents, regardless of race or income level. Its first priority will be to address the county’s status as a […]
Lynchburg Police ask for help finding missing man
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Lynchburg Police are asking the public to be on the lookout for a missing man. Richard D. Nunnally, 61, was last reported seen July 5, 2024, in the Rivermont Avenue area. Police say Nunnally is white with short gray hair, approximately 5′ 7″ and 120 pounds....
Virginia Tech basketball adds recruiting coordinator Blake Wetherington
While it has not been officially announced by the school, Virginia Tech's Men's Basketball program appears to have hired another staff member in Blake Wetherington. Blake just appeared on the HokieSports website and should take the place of recently departed Matt Olinger. Wetherington joins Virginia Tech from Arkansas, where he...
FloydFest returns Wednesday, heavy traffic expected
FLOYD, Va. – Floyd’s annual FloydFest will be taking place from July 24 - July 28, with an expected attendance of 10,000 people, which is expected to cause heavy traffic. It is planned to be held at 5826 Floyd Highway North, a new venue featuring an overlook deck with a bar, on-site parking and more camping options.
Roanoke apartment hit with gunfire
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke Police are looking for whomever is responsible for shooting at an apartment Tuesday. Police were called shortly before 11 a.m. July 23, 2024 to the 3400 block of Bennett Drive NW about a shooting. Officers determined one apartment had been struck with gunfire. No one...
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