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Three arrested following Alleghany County drug bust
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office arrested three people on drug-related charges after serving a search warrant on Tuesday, May 6. According to the sheriff, the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force and Virginia State Police conducted the search at a home on the 100 block of Bailey’s Road in Covington.
Bath County Board of Supervisors sets agenda for May 14 meeting
COUNTY OF BATH, VIRGINIA BATH COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS BATH COUNTY COURTHOUSE – CIRCUIT COURT ROOM 2nd FLOOR Tuesday, May 14, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Approve or modify the agenda Minutes – Approve minutes from April 9, 2024, Board of […] The post Bath County Board of Supervisors sets agenda for May 14 meeting appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Clifton Forge Public Library Features Star Wars Display
The Clifton Forge Public Library is featuring a display that depicts characters from various Star Wars movies and the streaming service Disney+ that focus on the Mandalorian and the Bounty Hunters. Also included is Slave One, the attack craft used by famous bounty hunter Boba Fett. The display is part of Micah Burks’ private collection. […] The post Clifton Forge Public Library Features Star Wars Display appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Columbia Gas Projected Road Work in City of Covington May 20
The City of Covington would like to make citizens and businesses aware of some upcoming Columbia Gas upgrades. Columbia Gas and Miller Pipeline will be working to install new service lines. Weather permitting, the service upgrades are to begin on Monday, May 20, and continue until November 25. The construction project will take place Monday […] The post Columbia Gas Projected Road Work in City of Covington May 20 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Alleghany Highlands Fish for a Cause returns to Lake Moomaw
Lake Moomaw – The Fish for a Cause Tournament returns in 2024 for its eleventh edition. The Tournament will be held on Lake Moomaw at Fortney Branch Marina on Saturday May 18, from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. The event is held in association with Covington Honda Nissan and other sponsors. Proceeds to benefit Cassandra Bowles who has Hodgkins Lymphoma.
First responder hospitalized after battling warehouse fire
IRON GATE, Va. (WDBJ) - A first responder has been hospitalized with complications from battling a warehouse fire in Iron Gate Monday. According to Iron Gate Volunteer Fire & Rescue, crews responded to reports of a fire around 1:15 p.m. at the Garten Plant warehouse. Thick smoke could be seen...
Hot Dog House Welcomes New Owners With Familiar Faces
On the morning of Friday, May 3, the Virginian Review visited a local Covington favorite: the Hot Dog House, to speak with new owners, Lynn and Bruce Wolfe. The “Hot Dog House,” previously owned by Cathy and Jim Lawson, was recently sold by Cathy to her former daughter-in-law, Lynn, and Lynn’s husband, Bruce. According to […] The post Hot Dog House Welcomes New Owners With Familiar Faces appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Sheriff Moore Appoints New Chief Deputy Following Wickline Resignation
On the afternoon of Friday, May 3, Sheriff Kyle Matt Moore led a brief presentation in which he appointed a new Chief Deputy for Alleghany County. The appointment occurs nearly two weeks following the resignation of former Chief Deputy, Chad Wickline. Wickline’s successor, Thomas L. Deem brings with him 20 years of service and experience. […] The post Sheriff Moore Appoints New Chief Deputy Following Wickline Resignation appeared first on The Virginian Review.
‘Operation Smoke And Mirrors’: Largest Methamphetamine Seizure In State History
A major illegal drug bust announced Monday includes more than two dozen defendants from West Virginia, Virginia and Georgia who have pleaded guilty to wholesale distribution of methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl. Dubbed “Operation Smoke and Mirrors,’ Southern District U.S. Attorney Will Thompson said dismantling the illegal drug network took unprecedented...
Throwback Thursday – Covington Woman’s Club Scholarship Winners
MAY 2014 – SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS — The Covington Woman’s Club has announced the winners of its annual Margaret Gresham Memorial Scholarships. Each year the CWC awards two scholarships, one to a graduating senior from Alleghany High School and one to a senior from Covington High School. In the front row, from left, are Courtney Glover, […] The post Throwback Thursday – Covington Woman’s Club Scholarship Winners appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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