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Vigil held in honor of fallen Smyth County Deputy
MARION, Va. (WJHL) – Members of the Smyth County community gathered at the Smyth County Sheriff’s Office for a vigil honoring the loss of one of their own. Smyth County Deputy Hunter Reedy was killed after a shooting on Friday, and Deputy Michael Fedorchuk was injured. “We’re so saddened today,” said Arthur Chapman, Pastor at […]
A clear and crisp overnight; Monday keeps sunny skies around
Sunday evening starts with a few clouds and temps sitting nicely in the 70s. With high pressure in our way tonight, little cloud cover and no chances for rain showers tonight. Should be a great evening to enjoy the Charles Wesley Godwin concert at 8 PM at the State Fair of West Virginia. Overnight lows […]
Coach Hess emphasizes discipline as key to turning around John Battle football
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — When the John Battle Trojans take the field for the first time in 2024, it will be behind a new head coach with a lot of new players suited up and ready to fill the role of a starter this season. Abingdon alum Jake Hess...
Multiple ramps in northern Virginia closed overnight for construction this week
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — Heads up, drivers. Multiple ramps will be closed overnight in northern Virginia this week. The following ramps are scheduled to be closed between Aug. 12 and 17 from about 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for finishing construction work as part of the Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Project, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation. Drivers are advised to follow the signed detours.
Virginia horse race gets Derby designation and more state headlines
• “Race at Colonial Downs becomes a qualifier for Kentucky Derby.” — Richmond Times-Dispatch • “Chesapeake farmland industrial megasite project receives $35 million in funding to get ‘shovel-ready’” — The Virginian-Pilot • “Court rejects suit over Youngkin denying voting rights to former inmate.” — The Washington Post • “‘People are afraid’: Charlottesville businesses call on […]
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces the Opening of a New EarthLink® Call Center in Norton, Virginia
RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that EarthLink announced the official opening of a state-of-the-art call center in Norton, Virginia. As the nation’s leading internet service provider renowned for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, EarthLink has reached another significant milestone. “Earthlink’s decision to expand...
Day four at the State Fair of West Virginia: Full schedule of events
FAIRLEA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The State Fair of West Virginia continues with a packed schedule of events and attractions on its fourth day. The gates open at 8:00 AM and remain open until 11:00 PM. Carnival rides will be available from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The West Virginia Lottery booth opens at 12:00 PM […]
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