CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – A man is now in custody after robbing a bank in Christiansburg. At approximately 9 a.m., Jeffrey Wayne Norford, age 56, of Radford, Va. walked into the Truist Bank in Christiansburg and displayed a note demanding money, then exited the bank. Norford did not display a weapon. […]
UPDATE: 5:00 p.m. ET At approximately 10:00 a.m. ET on March 20, a release of acetic acid vapor (which has been incorrectly reported as an explosion) occurred in the Cellulose Acetate Unit at Narrows, Virginia, causing injuries to some individuals on site. The release was contained to the immediate area […]
SALEM – With a weekend full of racing, drivers should expect an increased volume of traffic in the vicinity of Martinsville Speedway on Friday, March 28, Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30. For the Nascar race being held on Sunday, March 30, the Virginia Department of Transportation encourages race […]
Roy Lee Gallimore, age 72 of Pulaski, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at his home. Born July 19, 1952 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Earry William Gallimore & Ruby Allison Horton. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Margaret Bond, Betty Stanley, Barbara […]
John Eldridge Spangler, age 80 of Radford City, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord Monday, March 17, 2025. Born July 17, 1944 in Pearisburg, Virginia. He was the son of the late John H. & Argie P. Spangler. His sisters Jeanette Helen Spangler Harrell and Evelyn Joyce Spangler […]
RICHMOND, VA – Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed 180 pieces of legislation, including a package of bipartisan priorities that are part of his ongoing efforts to make sure the Commonwealth competes to win for jobs, businesses, and growth. The package includes legislation carried by Senator L. Louise Lucas and Delegate Luke Torian […]
Central Virginia, New River, and Virginia Western Community Colleges to welcome students this fall LYNCHBURG – A formal partnership signing ceremony was held on Tuesday, March 18, at Central Virginia Community College to celebrate the launch of the new Paramedic Program partnership between Central Virginia, New River, and Virginia Western […]
NASCAR Cup Series Next Race: Straight Talk Wireless 400 The Place: Homestead-Miami Speedway Track Length: 1.5 Mile Asphalt Oval The Date: Sunday, March 23 The Time: 3 p.m. ET The Purse: $11,055,250 TV: FS1 & FOX Deportes, 1:30 p.m. ET Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90) Distance: 400 miles (267 […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – For the first time this season, an Atlantic Coast Conference series will begin on Thursday night, as fifth-ranked Florida State will travel south to Coral Gables, Florida, to meet in-state rival Miami, beginning on Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. ET on ACC Network. The contest on […]
Pulaski County School Board, Board of Supervisors, and Chamber of Commerce Partner with Status Solutions to Bring Change From Pulaski County In a significant stride towards enhancing safety measures, Pulaski County Public Schools has successfully implemented Status Solutions’ Advanced Situational Awareness (SARA) platform across all its schools. This milestone marks […]
UPDATE: Mr. Holloway was just located in Craig County. Thank you very much for helping get the word out. UPDATE: Mr. Holloway was seen getting into his own vehicle, a 2010 Ford Taurus, Virginia tag of FC3WGH. He could possibly be headed towards Craig County. ORIGINAL REPORT From Pulaski County […]
In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of Lawrence […]