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Concord Volunteer Fire responds to numerous calls
(WSET) — The Concord Volunteer Fire Department had a busy day Thursday, responding to multiple calls. Just before 9:30 a.m., responders were dispatched for a possible washed-out bridge on Mt. Athos Road. Upon arrival, they found the bridge starting to wash out and notified proper authorities. Just three hours...
Charlotte County duo sentenced to 194 years for overdose that killed Virginia Beach man
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Virginia State Police says two Charlotte County residents have been sentenced to a combined 194 years in prison for their roles in an overdose that killed a Virginia Beach man. During an almost four-year investigation, the Tri-County Drug and Gang Task Force and...
Patrick Henry’s Red Hill to host May 10 naturalization ceremony, public invited
Join Patrick Henry’s Red Hill for this year’s Naturalization Ceremony on Friday, May 10, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Red Hill in Brookneal. The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation will host its annual Naturalization Ceremony on the beautiful grounds of Red Hill, Henry’s last home and burial place, overlooking the Staunton River. It was Henry’s impassioned plea of “Give me liberty or give me death!” that has endured as the world’s most famous cry for freedom. That cry and the events it inspired attract immigrants and refugees alike who believe in the freedoms on which our nation was formed.
Teen to be tried as adult for shooting death of sister
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - A 16-year-old boy will be tried as an adult for the shooting death of his 12-year-old sister, according to Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney Bethany Harrison. Marquel Solomon is set for a jury trial August 22, 2024 in Lynchburg Circuit Court on one charge of Involuntary Manslaughter...
100 mile yard sale goes on despite weekend rain
Judy Moon, who has a room called Moonbeam Treasures at the Woodlane Antiques and Crafts building in Altavista, came outside to check out items for sale during the 100 Mile Yard Sale on Thursday. She sells many items including glass etchings, decoupage and bottle art. Ceramic classes are available through Robin Johnson.
Ribbon cutting held for new Altavista business
On Saturday, May 4, Homegrown Garden Supply opened at 823 Main St. Suite A., Altavista. Owner Deshea Witcher is excited to be in Altavista and looks forward to serving the area. He said he could not do this without the support of everyone. David Green with AOT said this is...
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