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Botetourt Co. fire crews battle heavy flames
FINCASTLE, Va. (WSET) — Fire crews in Fincastle had a busy night Thursday, when they were dispatched to a garage fire. Just after 10 p.m. the Fincastle Volunteer Fire Department was alerted to a fire in the 3800 block of Springwood Road. Botetourt County Fire and EMS arrived to find a large detached garage completely engulfed.
A grassroots effort seeks to turn a crumbling school building into a bustling community hub
A circa-1930 school building in the Bedford County community of Montvale has largely fallen into disrepair. It will take years, and several million dollars, to bring it back to life. The post A grassroots effort seeks to turn a crumbling school building into a bustling community hub appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia State Police Conduct A Homicide Investigation
On June 3, 2024, the Craig County Sheriff’s Office and Craig County Emergency. Medical Services responded to a residence on Sage Brush Lane in New Castle for the report of an unresponsive 4-month-old male. When EMS arrived, they found the child was deceased. The child’s remains were transported to...
Learn how to fish this weekend at BOCO Wild at Buchanan Town Park
FINCASTLE, Va. – Your little ones can fish, hunt and kayak this Saturday at BOCO Wild at Buchanan Town Park. Botetourt County Parks and Recreation created BOCO Wild three years ago. Botetourt County Parks and Recreation teams up with the Department of Wildlife Resources for the event. Events kick...
Sewer point repair planned for Clifton Forge, new traffic pattern to be put in place
CLIFTON FORGE, VA (LOOTPRESS) – Sewer maintenance point repair is planned for part of Clifton Forge this week. According to Clifton Forge officials, the Clifton Forge Public Works Department will conduct a sewer maintenance point repair in the westbound lane on the shoulder of West Ridgeway Street on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Motorists are asked […]
D-Day Memorial concludes 80th anniversary with historic chapel service
BEDFORD, Va. (WSET) — Music and melodies sifted through the National D-Day Memorial on Sunday, as they wrapped up their 80th anniversary commemorations. They held a chapel service titled 'Soldiers and Sailors at Worship,' transporting folks back to 1944, before Operation Overlord. It gave them a glimpse of how...
Virginia Tragedy: Louisiana MAN ARRESTED in Connection With DEATH of FOUR-MONTH-OLD
CRAIG COUNTY, VA. – According to the Virginia State Police, a guy from Louisiana who is 26 years old has been charged with his involvement in the accident that resulted in the death of a baby boy who was only four months old. In response to a report of...
'You've Got a Friend Day' connects kids with cops through fun at City Stadium
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The 'You've Got a Friend Foundation' in our area is working to promote positive relationships with law enforcement and younger generations. They hosted their 'You've Got a Friend Day' at City Stadium on Saturday. We're bringing law enforcement and the community together, focusing primarily on...
Vinton Summer Concert Series happening for the month of June
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - The Vinton Summer Concert Series is happening June 8 and June 22 at the Vinton Farmers Market. The event happening on June 8 features three bands, Ella Folk, Charissa Joy & High Frequency, and Low Low Chariot. There will also be food and fun activities to...
Hometown Eats: Dale’s Diner
MONTVALE, Va. (WDBJ) - You know when granny is in the tag line, you’re in for a feel-good meal. In Montvale, that’s exactly the way it comes out of the kitchen, southern style. We’re pulling into Dale’s Diner for this week’s Hometown Eats!. “We’re having...
LIST: Summer camps happening in Southwest, Central Virginia
Now that the kiddos are out of school for the summer, summer camps across our region are starting up. Looking to get your child into a camp for some summer fun? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of camps happening across our region this summer:. Botetourt County.
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