Crime:
Roanoke Police settle lawsuit from 2019 incident for $13,500
PHOTOS: Police search for duo connected with credit card theft in Lynchburg (wfxrtv.com)
Police: Man wanted in Danville shooting located in North Carolina
Police: Man injured in Saturday evening shooting in downtown Roanoke (wfxrtv.com)
Police: Man injured in shooting in NW Roanoke
Police find cocaine, gun during traffic stop in Lynchburg
Police: Shooting in NW Roanoke injures one man
Pittsylvania Co. officials investigating shooting as homicide; 1 dead, 7 hurt
Police investigating vandalism at Lynchburg pregnancy center
Police: Man injured in overnight shooting in SE Roanoke
Deputy finds man with outstanding warrants, drugs during traffic stop in Carroll Co.
Rockbridge Co. teen found, Michigan man arrested
Lynchburg man arrested connected with selling drugs, Amherst Co. deputies say
Man arrested connected with grand larceny in Amherst Co.
Two men in custody following Wednesday night shooting in Lynchburg
Man arrested for malicious wounding, other charges in Lynchburg
VADOC debuts new notification system for crime victims
North Carolina man arrested in connection to Campbell Co. deadly church shooting
Police: Man arrested for shooting in NW Roanoke
Man resists arrest, points gun at deputy in Bedford Co.
No criminal charges for law enforcement involved in March Covington Farm and Fuel shooting
Roanoke man pleads guilty to federal gun charge in connection with 2019 deadly shooting
Roanoke teen pleads guilty to 2nd-degree murder in connection to April 2021 deadly shooting
Warrants issued for three men arrested in NC; connections to Floyd Co. jewelry store robbery
One man dead after Saturday shooting in Henry Co.
Police investigating multiple shots fired overnight in Lynchburg
Police investigating multiple shots fired overnight in Lynchburg
Man arrested in connections with Radford gun firing incident earlier this year
One man injured after Saturday morning shooting in Lynchburg
Jane Doe 15 speaks out about Liberty University lawsuit
Woman hospitalized with stab wound after burglary in Pittsylvania Co.
Death investigation underway in Campbell Co.
Roanoke police say misuse of ‘SplatRBall’ toy guns can lead to multiple charges
Roanoke police identify woman from Belmont Park SE shooting
Wednesday Campbell Co. suspicious death ruled a homicide
Man dead, woman injured after Saturday shooting in Danville
Man arrested in connection with Wednesday murder of woman in Carroll Co.
Person in custody after police find one man and two dogs dead in Roanoke home Saturday
Woman arrested after hitting, kicking deputy in Campbell Co.
Henry Co. officials seeking resident participation in broadband internet survey
Police: Man injured in SW Roanoke shooting
Craig Co. Sheriff’s Office searching for man wanted by VSP
Helicopter, drone, K-9’s assisting in search for man wanted in Craig Co.
Fire:
Radford, Fairlawn, Pulaski join forces to tackle Radford house fire
No injuries in Danville building fire
Nine residents displaced after fire breaks out in downtown Roanoke apartment building
Roofs collapse on multiple buildings, residents displaced after fire breaks out in Vinton
Person dead from fire-related injury in Roanoke home
Health:
VDH reports second presumed monkeypox case
VDH reports five new presumed monkeypox cases
Family planning services impacted by Central Shenandoah Health District reduced funding
VDH receives grant for new Environmental Health Tracking Program
Gov. Youngkin announces new COVID-19 guidelines for childcare settings
Billy’s restaurant worker infected with hepatitis A in Roanoke
Bradley Free Clinic opens new behavioral health wing in Roanoke
Mental Health Resource Fair coming to Lynchburg
VDH reminds people of safety measures during excessive heat
VDH: Rabid fox bites two people in Danville
VDH: Further action being taken regarding rabid fox in Danville
VDH: Rabid fox investigation continues in Danville
Monkeypox vaccine interest forms available in Central Shenandoah Health District
Community news:
Roanoke City, VDOT seeking public input to improve Williamson Road
Cox Communications adds broadband service to nearly 50 homes in Roanoke County
Southern Trust Home Services promotes electrical safety
Southwest, central Virginia high schools, middle schools win teen driver safety campaign challenge
Appalachian Power requests renewable energy projects to reduce carbon energy usage
Virginia Tech considers raising tuition and fees for 2022-23 school year
Sons of American Revolution dedicates memorial to Col. William Preston
Capt. Todd Brewster named new Chief of Police for Blacksburg
Power outages climb in southwest, central Virginia from Friday storms
NFPA educates swimmers, boaters on dangers of electric shock drowning
Pulaski Co. 911 services down; calls being routed to Radford
Roanoke organization shines a light on Virginia’s disabilities system
Black bear spotted walking streets in Halifax
AEP warns about potential rise in water levels downstream from Claytor and Leesville dams
Meet The Asia Bronte Band, an up-and-coming group from Roanoke
Enrollment open for DMV’s Mileage Choice Program
LPD offering lateral transfer program for out-of-state officers
Virginia Energy receives $22.7 million to reclaim abandoned mine lands
Downtown Roanoke Inc. introduces clear bag policy for Elmwood Park
Sheetz convenience store chain recognized by ‘PEOPLE Magazine’
Racing season is back at Colonial Downs Racetrack
Advance Auto Parts celebrates 90th anniversary in Roanoke
Southwest, central Virginia crews travel to Buchanan Co. to help with flood response
Food City supermarket expands delivery services with DoorDash
Roanoke Co. School Board approves increased budget for upcoming school year
$15 million presented to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport for improvements
Judson Smith of Bedford Co. chosen to serve on Gov. Youngkin’s E-911 Services Board
Franklin Co. recognized in national top ten leaders of technology
YOVASO honors multiple schools, students,organizations with traffic safety awards
WFXR-TV, WWCW honored with YOVASO media award
Liberty High School grad appointed VA FFA secretary for 2022-23 school year
Boil Water Notice over in Pulaski after water main break last Tuesday
Norfolk Southern increases conductor trainee pay, adds incentives, starting bonuses
Franklin Co. approves funding for broadband expansion projects
Former LU quarterback Malik Willis to play for Tennessee Titans
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital named top five hospitals in VA
Lynchburg Department of Water Resources ends 20-year permit with US Forest Service
Ballad Brewing of Danville expands sales to NC with Advintage Distributing partnership
Lynchburg Office of Economic Development and Tourism installs informational kiosks throughout city
‘Gods Pit Crew’ of Danville responds to Kentucky flood crisis
Gov. Youngkin declares state of emergency in response to flooding in SWVA
Hiring begins for Downtown Roanoke Inc. ambassador program
Franklin Co. Board of Supervisors Leland Mitchell passes away
Radford Police participate in active threat trainings
Roanoke Parks and Rec celebrates playground revamping with ribbon cutting ceremony
Montgomery Museum of Art and History introduces new Black History Collection of books and pamphlets
LewisGale Hospital Alleghany awarded five-star rating for overall hospital quality
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday to begin Friday
B&C Sports of Lynchburg celebrates 30 years in business with free sports cards
Henry Co. School Board seeking Ridgeway District interim member
BJ’s Wholesale Club offering .50 cents off per gallon of gas
Tim Kaine releases statement on Inflation Reduction Act
Campbell Co. LEADS program recognized by Virginia Association of Counties
Two fishermen, dog rescued in Danville after boat loses power
Lightning strikes two separate homes Saturday in Bedford Co., one family displaced
Henry Co. School Board Ridgeway seat to be filled in November election
Person injured after lightning strikes house in Franklin Co.
Virginia State Police to celebrate 136th graduating class of troopers
Sellout announced for Virginia Tech home football game against West Virginia
Roanoke Co. Police, Internal Auditor investigate Hollins Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad
Elevation Church to celebrate LOVE week success with Sunday party at Berglund Center
Youngkin orders flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Del. Joseph Pickett Johnson Jr.
Pulaski Co. Randolph Park pool closed for remainder of season
McDonald’s offering back-to-school savings and rewards
Northwest Ace Hardware and Salem Fair donate $7,725 to 127 Place
Roanoke Fire-EMS alerting community of text message scam
Blacksburg seeking input on Hand-in-Hand wooden playground redesign
Events:
Downtown Roanoke ready to welcome summer refreshment zone
Downtown Putt Around pops up in Roanoke
Rescue Mission of Roanoke hosts dock party for the community
Lynchburg Parks and Recreation hosting ‘Trolls’ themed daddy-daughter dance
Relay For Life celebrates 30th Anniversary at Salem Civic Center
Grammy Award winner Anthony Hamilton set to perform in Roanoke
National D-Day Memorial hosting historical WWII children’s day camp
Ultimate Tribute concert series coming at Berglund Center
Sip Sip Hooray! Annual Beer and Wine Festival returns to Roanoke (wfxrtv.com)
Sprucing up downtown Roanoke with ambassador program
The Dog Bowl concert series welcomes return of The Kings
Gretna Fire and Rescue holding ‘Community Fun Day’
‘Foodiepreneur Symposium’ coming to Vinton War Memorial
Annual Blue Ridge Duck Race coming to Henry Co.
Gladheart Wine and Brews of Roanoke to host jazz and wine night
Brett Young to wrap up Budweiser Summer Series in Elmwood Park
Hot diggity dog! The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to Roanoke
Radford Summer Concert Series to go ‘back in time’ with Cassette Rewind
Angels of Assisi ‘Bow Wow Brunch’ fundraiser coming to Big Lick Brewing Company
Botetourt Co. Historical Museum to host ribbon-cuttings in Fincastle
Nawab Indian Cuisine to celebrate 25 years in downtown Roanoke
New River Valley Fair to wrap up Saturday with rodeo, wrestling, music
Summer Music Games of SWVA to host Drum Corps International competition in Salem
Annual Touch-A-Truck event drives into Christiansburg
Whitesnake cancels Elmwood Park concert in Roanoke
Salvation Army to host Hero 5k Fun Run in Christiansburg
Folk, rock, and blues concerts coming to Roanoke’s Dr. Pepper Park in August
Annual Old Fiddlers’ Convention returning to Galax Monday
‘Downtown Sidewalk Sale’ returning to Roanoke for end-of-season savings
Lottery:
Salem librarian wins $2,500 vacation from Virginia Lottery
$250,000 awarded to Roanoke lottery winner
$1 million awarded to VA Lottery winner, jackpot grows to $790 million
Charity events and fundraisers:
Lynchburg Public Works Department holds free collections event for hazardous waste, electronics
Summer food programs roll out in SW, central Virginia with free meals
Pittsylvania-Danville Health District holding free COVID vaccination clinic
Pittsylvania-Danville Health District holding free COVID vaccination clinic (wfxrtv.com)
Cardinal Bicycle to host ‘Ride 20K for the Greenway’ fundraiser in Roanoke
Project Imagine of Danville to celebrate new facility with free back-to-school supplies
Roanoke Co. Title I schools to receive free meals for 2022-23 school year
God’s Pit Crew of Danville asking for donations for Kentucky flood victims
Rescue Mission of Roanoke to host school supply event for teachers
Pulaski family of five on verge of homelessness due to housing crisis, how to help
Community partners team up to donate food to Feeding Southwest Virginia
Pulaski Co. Sheriff’s Office donates 100 pairs of cleats for youth athletes
Kids Soar of Roanoke receives donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
Bedford Co. ‘Pack the Bus’ raises $10,000, bus loaded with donated supplies
Animals:
Roanoke shelters are overflowing with dogs, heart-breaking decisions coming
Mill Mountain Zoo mourns loss of two animals
Roanoke SPCA hosts retirement pawty for dog ambassador
Two Roanoke shelters celebrate Petsmart National Adoption Weekend with $50 adoptions
Angels of Assisi ‘Bow Wow Brunch’ fundraiser coming to Big Lick Brewing Company
Berglund Center, Olde Salem Brewing Co. present ‘Paws & Pucks’ check to Angels of Assisi
Franklin Co. Animal Shelter at full feline capacity, offers ‘name your price’ adoption
Bedford Co. Animal Shelter full, pop-up adoption events this weekend
Roanoke shelters are full, adoption event Saturday to avoid heartbreaking decisions
Lynchburg Humane Society holding $10 cat adoptions Sunday
Traffic:
Four injured after multi-car crash in NW Roanoke
Lynchburg Concord Turnpike Convenience Center closed due to power outage (wfxrtv.com)
Crews clean up 9,500-gallon fuel spill after multi-vehicle crash in Botetourt Co. (wfxrtv.com)
Police investigate deadly car crash in Botetourt Co. (wfxrtv.com)
Motorcycle crash kills man on Blue Ridge Parkway in Bedford Co. (wfxrtv.com)
USA Cycling National Championships brings road closures to downtown Roanoke
Woman dead after car crash in Botetourt Co.
Fallen tree blocks road, sends motorcyclist to hospital in Galax
Wrong-way vehicle crash leaves Grayson Co. teen dead
Plantation Rd. closed due to motor vehicle crash in Roanoke Co.
Man dead after single-vehicle crash in Amherst Co.
Lane closures to begin on Monday in Vinton
Manholes, sewers to undergo four-week maintenance in Lynchburg
Man and woman dead after wrong-way vehicle crash in Montgomery Co.
Catawba Valley Drive closed due to Wednesday night crash in Roanoke
Multi-vehicle crash closes US-221 North in Bedford Co.
Tractor-trailer crashes in Roanoke Co. back up traffic on I-81 for miles
Sewer repair work to cause two-week road closures in Lynchburg
Gas line replacement to cause traffic delays in Lynchburg
‘Schools Open Campaign’ to implement traffic safety in Botetourt Co. School zones
Tractor-trailer fire closes all I-81 northbound lanes near exit 140 in Roanoke Co.
Multiple road closures due to Steppin’ Out Festival in Blacksburg
Lakeside Drive in Lynchburg reopened after power line incident
Bridge repairs to close Water Street until August 2023 in Buchanan
Crash closes all lanes on I-81 South in Rockbridge Co.
VDOT: Bridge replacement to cause 45-day traffic detour in Roanoke
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