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Virginia man dies after being pulled from the ocean in North Myrtle Beach
NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - A man is dead after rescue crews pulled him from the ocean Thursday afternoon. Horry County Deputy Coroner Michelle McSpadden said 52-year-old Timothy Eades, of Axton, Virginia, was pulled from the water near 10th Avenue South in North Myrtle Beach just before noon. He...
Inmate death under investigation in Pittsylvania County
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — Virginia State Police and Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) have launched an investigation after a man died at a jail in Pittsylvania County on May 14. The Sheriff’s Office says around 11:40 a.m. on Tuesday, deputies alerted staff that 28-year-old Dustin Spake was slumped over in his cell. Staff along […]
Temporary casino in Danville celebrates one-year-anniversary
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — The River City is rolling in the riches as they celebrate the one-year anniversary of the temporary casino being open. The temporary casino has had a very successful first year, exceeding all their expectations and bringing in more profits than projected. In fact, nearly seven million dollars more.
Chief: Letter defames Tunstall Fire & Rescue
In response to the “letter to the editor” from former county board of supervisor Ron Scearce. This printing occurred on May 2, 2024, regarding a possible HIPAA violation with accusations against myself and Tunstall Fire and Rescue. First, I appreciate the fact that you found our members courteous...
'Every little thing counts:' God's Pit Crew travels to Texas to help flooding victims
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Danville's God's Pit Crew recently traveled to Cleveland, Texas to help victims of recent flooding to get back on their feet. Over 20 volunteers and team members from God's Pit Crew have been in Texas for hard at work removing debris from homes, getting rid of wet furniture, and drying out homes to prevent mold.
Chair thanks supporters of Gretna 5K
As the Chairman of Revitalization for a Greater Gretna I want to thank everyone who helped to make our 5K Race a success. Without the cooperation of everyone, we could not have pulled this off as successfully as we did. We know there were some inconveniences with traffic being stopped...
Second annual Peace Officers Memorial Service held in Danville
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. On Wednesday, the Danville Police Department participated in National Police Week by holding its second annual Peace Officers Memorial Service. Police Chief Chris Wiles spoke during the ceremony about how brave law enforcement officers are to put their...
Council explores reduction in real estate rate
(Danville) — Danville leaders are floating a plan to knock a penny off of the city’s real estate tax rate. And there may be more to come. City Council next week will hold a first reading on a proposal to reduce the rate from 84 to 83 cents per hundred dollar value. Staffers say a...
Local advocate wins national award
(Danville) — Another major honor is on the way for the man heading up Danville’s Anti-Gang efforts. Robert David has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Chairman Emeritus Award by the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice. They are a professional organization dedicated to promoting justice, fairness, and effectiveness in...
Woman charged with animal abuse at Danville animal day care center
(Danville) — Danville Police have charged a woman with animal abuse at a local doggie day care. Police were told this week by a complainant about a video that was made public earlier in the week. It allegedly shows animals being abused by a groomer who was employed at the time by Hollywood Pets on...
Man arrested for January shooting in Danville
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - A man has been arrested for a shooting in Danville in January. Danville Police arrested Devonta Lewayne Dodson, 32. He was wanted in felony charges for a shooting on Keen Street January 17, 2024, in which a man was wounded. His charges include:. Aggravated malicious wounding.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Virginia celebrates 40 years
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Virginia has provided families with a place to rest their heads at night for free while their little ones are in the hospital, including a mom from Danville who has been there since March. “I was in a bad phase of my life...
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