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Henry County Sheriff’s Office Looking to Identify Woman Wanted for Fraud

The Henry County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying the woman pictured in connection with an ongoing fraud and identity theft investigation. The incident occurred on July 27, 2026. The photograph was taken at the Truist branch in Collinsville, Virginia. If you recognize this woman...

Henry County, VA · 2d
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Ice-skating rink set to open in Martinsville thanks to $200K grant

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A new ice-skating rink is coming to Martinsville, bringing public skating back to the area for the first time in more than a decade. The project is being funded through a $200,000 grant from the Harvest Foundation, which will cover equipment, staffing, marketing and programming. City officials said the project will not require any city funding.

Martinsville, VA · 1d
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Two newcomers win Martinsville council seats as Mayor L.C. Jones finishes third

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Martinsville’s City Council will have a new look in January after voters chose two newcomers in a five-way race for two seats. Michael Greene and Charles Niederstadt won the seats, while current Mayor L.C. Jones, who also ran for re-election, finished third and did not win one of the two seats. Councilman Aaron Rawls did not seek re-election after serving four years.

Martinsville, VA · 1d
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Henry County parent launches petition opposing proposed Campbell Court Elementary closure

HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A Henry County parent is pushing back against a proposal to close Campbell Court Elementary School, launching a petition urging school officials to reconsider the plan. Margaret Collins, whose third- and fifth-grade children both have autism and attend Campbell Court, says the school has...

Henry County, VA · 21h
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Warrants reveal new details in Pittsylvania County shooting incident that injured 3 people

(WSET) — We're learning more information about a shooting over the weekend at a Pittsylvania County apartment complex. It happened at the North Pointe Apartments early Saturday morning and sent three people to the hospital. Warrants said one of the victims was going to see her brother at the...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 6h

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Deputy vehicle crashes into car, injures four

A Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Deputy, another adult and three juveniles were hurt this weekend in a car crash. Virginia State Police Sergeant Rick Garletts says it happened midday Saturday on Route 29 at the intersection of Spring Garden Road in Blairs. State Police say the deputy was driving their...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 2d

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Both suspects in custody after Pittsylvania County armed robbery

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Two people are in custody in connection with an armed robbery Saturday in Pittsylvania County, the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced. Deputies said they responded to the 300 block of Oakland Drive, where two victims were located Nov. 7. An initial probe found two...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 1d

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Lover's Leap widening complete

After years of earth moving and traffic snarls, an ambitious road-widening project in Southside Virginia is ready for prime time. State leaders this weekend cut the ribbon on the newly completed eastbound lanes of Route 58 over Lovers Leap Mountain in Patrick County. For the past five years, work crews...

Patrick County, VA · 2d

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Henry County holds 78th annual Veterans Day ceremony honoring local veterans

HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Veterans from across the community gathered Wednesday for Henry County's 78th annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Historic John D. Bassett Event Center. The ceremony featured several organizations helping commemorate the day, including the Bassett High School JROTC cadets and the 29th Infantry Band.

Henry County, VA · 23h

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City of Martinsville Announces ‘Uptown Nights on Ice’

The City of Martinsville has announced the launch of Uptown Nights on Ice, a temporary outdoor ice skating rink featuring a variety of special events and holiday activities designed to create new experiences and traditions for families and friends throughout the holidays. Uptown Nights on Ice is a partnership between...

Martinsville, VA · 2d

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Rocky Mount man faces over three years in prison for illegally possessing a firearm

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – A Rocky Mount man is facing over three years behind bars for illegally possessing a firearm, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Va. Hasan Ali Hasan Ali Muhammed, 61, also called “Paul Burwell,” was sentenced to 40 months in federal prison on one count of possession of […]

Rocky Mount, VA · 1d

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Franklin County Sheriff's Office K9 receives donation of body armor

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office said a K9 has received a donation of body armor. According to deputies, K9 Mato has received a bullet and stab protetctive vest. Deputies said this is thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s,...

Franklin County, VA · 2d

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A Bologna Sandwich And A Horror-Movie Cameo Made This North Carolina Country Store A Local Legend

Priddy’s General Store in Danbury, North Carolina has appeared in a horror film, serves one of the most talked-about bologna sandwiches in the South, and somehow still manages to feel like the most welcoming place you’ve ever walked into. If that combination doesn’t make you want to get...

Danbury, NC · 21h

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School bus driver charged with DWI had blood alcohol content of 0.15%, warrants say

HURT, Va. (WSET) — A Pittsylvania County Schools bus driver charged with DWI after a crash last month had a blood-alcohol content of 0.15%, according to warrants ABC13 obtained on Thursday. On Oct. 30, officers with the Town of Hurt Police Department responded to a crash involving a Pittsylvania...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 7h

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MARTINSVILLE SCHOOL SALES TAX APPROVED BY JUST 10 VOTES

Martinsville voters have narrowly approved a one-percent sales tax increase to fund improvements to the city's public schools, with the referendum passing by just ten votes. The final round of ballot counting on Tuesday, November 10, determined the outcome of one of the closest local tax votes in Virginia. According...

Martinsville, VA · 1d

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Expectations of the Chatham Basketball Team

Chatham Varsity Basketball want to do hard work, improve as a team, and compete for a successful season. “Our goal this season is to compete every night and give ourselves a chance to win,” Mason Adkins, senior, said. Players prepare to meet the expectations set for this year’s team....

Chatham, VA · 2d

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Tunstall football clinches regional berth in OT; volleyball defeats Hidden Valley, falls to defending state champs

The Tunstall football team (5-5) pulled off a 20-14 win in an overtime thriller on Senior Night against Mecklenburg County and will advance to regional play for the first time in eight years. After a huge defensive stop in overtime followed by a 15-yard penalty that put the Trojans starting back on the 25 yard line, quarterback Shamus Ryan scrambled and found Carter Thompson in the endzone for the win on the third down.

Dry Fork, VA · 1d

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Sandy Ridge News: Holiday plans are coming

Congratulations and best wishes are extended to Adam Mitchell and Heather Orr, who were married Oct. 24 at the beautiful Dragon Glass Winery venue. Approximately 177 family members and friends gathered to celebrate the happy occasion and wish the newlyweds a lifetime of love and happiness. Following the wedding celebration, the couple enjoyed a honeymoon trip visiting Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Cherokee and Asheville. After the honeymoon, Adam and Heather will make their home in Sandy Ridge. The NE Stokes Volunteer Fire & Rescue and the Sandy Ridge Ruritans are once again joining forces for their annual Stuff the Truck Toy Drive, collecting toys throughout the month of Nov. for families right here in our community. Toy donations may be dropped off at the fire department Monday — Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. . Additional drop-off dates will be Saturday 21 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. . All donations will be given to Oak Ridge Baptist Church, which will assist with distributing them to local families in need. Everyone please help to stuff the truck and spread some Christmas cheer and love. The Sandy Ridge Ruritans Boston Butt Fundraiser is underway. A whole cooked Boston Butt

Sandy Ridge, NC · 11h

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No. 3 Tunstall defeats No. 6 Hidden Valley to advance to regional semis

There’s a first time for everything. The Tunstall volleyball team had a first when it needed it the most. No. 3 Tunstall knocked off No. 6 Hidden Valley, 3-1, in the Region 3D quarterfinals Tuesday evening, November 3. The Trojans won 25-21, 15-25, 25-10 and 25-9 to score their...

Dry Fork, VA · 22h

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Two County Fair winners recognized

STOKES COUNTY — Two exhibits went to the NC State Fair this year on behalf of Stokes County and both of them were recognized by the King American Legion Post 290 for their outstanding work. Lynn Shouse, King American Legion Auxiliary Post 290 Vice President presented both with checks Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Legion grounds in King. Shouse also worked tirelessly as the Assistant Fair Manager this year. A lighthouse replica of Bodie Island Lighthouse was submitted by Camden Whitman, 11-years-old. The recycled materials replica was made from wine cords, a battery night light, sand, plate, sour cream container, shipping tube, cardboard, ornamental light bulb and hot glue, and had a tin pan on top. It is painted black and white. Whiteman received 2026 Best of Show — Youth Item. The second exhibitor recognized by the Legion was Donald McQuinn, 81, who won 2026 Best of Show — Adult Item. McQuinn of Westfield, build the Red Man House. Quinn said it was something that he had been working on for 9 years, and that he used tobacco sticks to make it. He said that the house was appropriate for NC History. The Log Cabin styled house had many accessories

Stokes County, NC · 10h