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Man arrested after growing marijuana plants
MERCER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Mercer County man is facing charges after State Police found he was growing marijuana plants. On July 17, 2024, members of the West Virginia State Police (WVSP) Princeton Detachment were conducting a marijuana eradication operation in Mercer County. An aerial unit contacted the troopers and directed them to the […]
New Summit Christian Academy to open its doors in Fall 2024
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – There will be a new school opening its doors in Mercer County during the fall of 2024. Johnston Chapel Baptist Church in Princeton will be opening Summit Christian Academy which will be housed inside its church. It will offer a Christ-centered education for grades 5 through 12 as well as many […]
Virginia Tech 2024 Position Preview Series, Running back: Bhayshul Tuten Looks to Provide Another Breakout Year
Not much has changed since the past year for this Virginia Tech running back room and their offense, with all 11 starters returning for the 2024–2025 season. Wi
Central Middle FFA went to state convention
Central Middle School’s (CMS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter made their way to Blacksburg at the end of June, taking part in the 98th Virginia State FFA Convention. A total of 25 members from the school’s chapter took part in the event, completing several career development and leadership development events. The chapter also had […] The post Central Middle FFA went to state convention appeared first on The Charlotte Gazette.
Victim connected to 14th Street shooting, charged with stalking & trespassing, RPD says
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Roanoke Police have released new information related to the 14th Street shooting investigation. According to RPD, warrants have currently been issued for the victim of the shooting, who has been identified as Kweli Ransom. Charges against Ransom include trespassing and stalking. Additionally, police say a...
Award showcases Diversifying Science Peer Mentor Program
For many freshmen, the first days of college can seem like dropping into dark, deep water. But students like Savaria Parrish find their footing faster thanks to the College of Science’s Diversifying Science Peer Mentor Program, which today received the 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine.
Major League Fishing to bring All-Star event to Smith Mountain Lake
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Major League Fishing (MLF), one of the top professional bass fishing circuits in the world, will bring its 2025 General Tire Heavy Hitters All-Stars event to Smith Mountain Lake. The nationally-televised, big money tournament will be held from May 17 to May 22 of next year. Not only will it provide […]
Hokies announce 2024-25 men's golf slate
BLACKSBURG – The Virginia Tech men's golf team has announced its 2024-25 schedule led by sixth-year head coach Brian Sharp. The 2024-25 campaign includes 10 regular-season tournaments, including five that are new to Tech's schedule from last year. Tech begins the fall once again at the Visit Knoxville Collegiate...
Virginia Tech football's all-time record against every team on 2024-25 schedule
Going into the upcoming college football season, there are several reasons why there is a lot of hype surrounding Virginia Tech. The Hokies had a ton of retainment from their 2023 team, but one of the more under-the-radar reasons as to why there is hype is because of a doable schedule.
Teriyaki Madness to open first location in Lynchburg, Virginia
American restaurant chain Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) has signed a franchise agreement to open its first location in Lynchburg, Virginia. This is the brand’s fifth location in the state and adds to its growing presence, which now includes 150 units across 40 US states. The agreement was signed with new...
Chicken restaurant set to open in Vinton
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - A fast-casual chicken restaurant will open Saturday in Vinton. HCK Hot Chicken, according to a news release, is a franchise “known for its fiery Nashville-style cuisine and distinctive premium sauces.” Its first outlet in southwest Virginia opens July 20 at 2499 East Washington Avenue, with a grand opening event running from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
From stadiums to jobsites: Virginia Tech lab plans to rate safety helmets
Blacksburg, VA — The Virginia Tech Helmet Lab is planning to venture outside of sports and recreation to create ratings for safety helmets. Researchers from the lab, which introduced the first football helmet ratings system 13 years ago, will soon launch an 18-month study intended to help establish the first ratings system for safety helmets.
Virginia Tech basketball: Hokies announce 2024-25 non-conference slate
The Virginia Tech Hokies men’s basketball team will look much different in 2024-25. After the 2023-24 season ended in March, the Hokies and head coach Mike Young saw a mass exodus as players took advantage of the NIL rules to shop their services to other schools. That meant Young...
The quarterback poised to make waves this college football season
Following a dismal 3-9 record two years ago, going 1-6 in conference, play, Virginia Tech football was revitalized by quarterback Kyron Drones, who stepped into the spotlight midway through last season. Under Drones' leadership for the majority of the year, the Hokies finished with a 6-6 record and secured a bowl game victory against the Tulane Green Wave.Drones demonstrated remarkable prowess after earning the starting job as the Hokies' quarterback. In the passing game, he averaged 195.3 yards on 25.6 pass attempts per game. His ability to maximize each play is evident, as he averages a solid 13.02 yards per...
Mickey Hardy retires as William Fleming boys head basketball coach
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports learned Wednesday that long-time William Fleming High School’s boys’ basketball head coach, Mickey Hardy is retiring from his position. Hardy has been the head coach for the Colonels basketball team for more than two decades since 2003. Coach Hardy led the Colonels to several regional and district titles to […]
Campbell County plans $11M industrial hub, largest project in a decade
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Campbell County is working on an 11-million-dollar project to bring a large industrial building to the county. It's their largest project in over a decade, bringing a 100,000-square-foot structure to Seneca Commerce Park in Rustburg. "We have combined two of our lots, so it's...
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