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Exclusive: Attack leaves VPRJ inmate on life support, JCCPD investigating
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — An inmate in the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail was allegedly strangled and beaten Sunday evening to the point that he stopped breathing after his family said he was attacked by another inmate. The family also alleges that it took longer for the authorities to notify...
Assault at Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail under investigation
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — An assault at Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail in Williamsburg is under criminal investigation. VPRJ Superintendent Colonel Roy Witham confirmed the assault in a release on Tuesday, saying it happened Sunday night around 7:45 p.m. The incident involved two inmates at VPRJ, one of whom was...
Alysha Pilkerton named Gold New Agent
HILLSVILLE — Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance has named Alysha Pilkerton, a Gold New Agent during its annual sales conference at Williamsburg Lodge and Conference Center, in Williamsburg. Alysha Pilkerton has been recognized as a Virginia Farm Bureau 2023 Gold New Agent. In her 3rd year with Virginia Farm Bureau, Alysha was recognized by her peers for outstanding sales and service to her members. “Alysha excels at ensuring her members in Carroll understand and have the insurance coverage they need. We are fortunate to have Alysha representing Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance and congratulate her on this achievement,” said Ray Leonard, VP of Sales.
Surry’s Pierce records 300 career strikeouts
Surry County High School Cougars pitcher Oakley Pierce scored his 300th career strikeout on April 30 in a home game against Brunswick County. It’s a milestone for any high school ball player, one Pierce is the first in Surry’s history to achieve, according to the school’s head coach, Stephen Ross. Pierce, who set the school […]
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