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Suspect arrested in deadly Taneytown road rage shooting, details on the dramatic scene
Carroll County, MD (WBFF) — A Taneytown resident has been arrested in the fatal, rode-rage shooting that occurred on Independence Day 2024. On July 4th, 2024, at approximately 10:05 PM, members of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and allied law enforcement agencies responded to the area of Bear Run Road and Runnymede Road near Taneytown, Carroll County, Maryland, regarding a two-vehicle road-rage incident that resulted in gunshots being fired and one subject deceased.
Witnesses stop attempted carjacking in Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — An attempted carjacking was stopped by several Good Samaritans in Fairfax County today, according to the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD.) In the 7600 block of Allman Drive in Annandale, a 38-year-old man allegedly carjacked a victim then attempted carjackings on Lukens Lane and the 8600 block of Richmond Highway in Mount Vernon an hour later, police said in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
Dog died after being boarded at PetSmart, owner says
A dog died after being boarded at a Virginia PetSmart, and animal control is investigating. Andrew Noles raised 3-year-old Aussiedoodle Clark from the time he was a tiny puppy and recalled the greetings he got from his pet. “As soon as I turned the doorknob, Clark would literally would just,...
Battlefields Foundation seeks conservation easement to add property to Toms Brook Battlefield Park project
TOMS BROOK, Va. (WHSV) - The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will consider a conservation easement later this month for a historic property in downtown Toms Brook. If approved, the easement will be a key next step in the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation’s mission to create a battlefield park in Toms Brook and be able to preserve it for the future.
Virginia Red Cross mobilizes aid for Texas ahead of storm Beryl, food supplies en route
In a concerted effort to provide urgent relief to Texas, the Red Cross of Virginia has swiftly mobilized a significant shipment of essential food supplies. The humanitarian mission was initiated in response to critical needs arising in Texas where Hurricane Beryl is expected to hit Sunday night.
Mostly clear skies tonight; Slightly warmer with sun and clouds on Sunday
Saturday evening looks great for plans with temps dropping into the 70s under mostly clear skies. We’ll maintain a mostly clear look for the rest of the overnight as our westerly breeze this afternoon weakens to calm winds during the overnight. There will also be no need to keep the AC on tonight as overnight […]
AFID grants to help create mobile honey processing unit, additional refrigeration for Lake Anna farm market
Two area agricultural companies have received funding from the Commonwealth of Virginia to assist with new purchases to grow their business. Last week, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the latest round of Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development grants which are used to purchase equipment or otherwise invest in their operations. “This...
Report: Virginia’s 988 Mental Health Crisis Service Needs Improvement
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – A report from the mental health advocacy organization Inseparable highlights the need for improvement in Virginia’s 988 mental health crisis response service. Titled “A Better Response,” the report reveals an 87% response rate to 988 calls in the state. Bruce...
First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin and Governor Glenn Youngkin Announce Third of Six 2024 Spirit of Virginia Award Recipients
WILLIAMSBURG, VA (VR) - To commence July 4th festivities, Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin presented a Spirit of Virginia Award to The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, a private, not-for-profit, educational institution. As hundreds listened to the recitation of the Declaration of Independence while being serenaded by the Fifes & Drums, the Governor and First Lady […] The post First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin and Governor Glenn Youngkin Announce Third of Six 2024 Spirit of Virginia Award Recipients appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Broadway town residents advised to conserve water
BROADWAY, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – The Town of Broadway has issued a Voluntary Water Conservation Alert. The alert comes as the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality had issued a Drought Warning Advisory for that area. In addition, the Town of Broadway’s water resources are below seasonal averages and continue...
Johnson medals at Adidas National
GREENSBORO, N.C., June 15 — Luray High School rising senior Davey Johnson took 6th place in the National Elite division at the Adidas National meet in Greensboro, N.C. In the course of medaling in the prestigious meet among elite competition, Johnson also took another LHS record from his father, Paul Johnson, running 4:21.27 in the 1600 meters. Dr. Johnson, now an assistant superintendent for Page County Public Schools, set the previous record in 1984.
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