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Danville man shot and killed at Pelham nightclub
The Caswell County Sheriff’s Office reports a Danville man was killed in a shooting early Saturday morning at a nightclub in Pelham. First responders from Pelham Fire and Rescue report the call came in just before 2AM Saturday from Body Curves Sports Bar & Club Lounge. That’s a small, private night club on Nunnally Road South in Pelham.
Man arrested for Henry County murder
HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - An Axton man has been arrested for a killing from August 2023. Akeem Laquan Clark, 33, is charged with second-degree murder. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office says Antwain Royqwell-Garifield Hampton, 24 of Axton, was killed August 11, 2023, at a home on Axton Road. Investigators say the suspect and victim had fought, and Clark shot Hampton.
'No words really': 66-year-old woman identified as the victim in deadly Danville house fire
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Danville fire officials have identified 66-year-old Diane Rose as the person who died in a house fire in Danville early Sunday morning. Rose was bedridden and she was able to call 911, but she was not able to make it out of the home, according to officials.
1.25 Acres w/ Small Cabin in Eden, NC: $30k
If you’ve been looking for land and want to work on your own tiny home, this might be your chance. Our reader Julie is selling part of her land and the gutted cabin on it for $30,000 in Eden, North Carolina. There are 1.25 acres on a gorgeous wooded lot, and the existing 14×20 cabin comes with a septic and site improvement permit for up to a 3-bedroom home if you ever want to expand.
Combating the Rise of Property Crime in Small Towns: A Case from Franklin County
In Franklin County, Virginia, a recent incident has brought to light the escalating issue of property crime in small communities. George Willie Price Jr., a 38-year-old Martinsville resident, has been arrested for the grand larceny of a dump trailer valued at $12,000, owned by NexHaul Trailers. The theft, which took place on November 3, led to a vigorous investigation that resulted in Price facing charges of felony grand larceny and obtaining money by false pretenses. The successful recovery and return of the stolen property by local authorities highlight their commitment to combating such crimes.
Unexpected love leads seniors to get married months after meeting
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - Two senior citizens are getting a second chance at true love. John Hungarland, 84, met Jackie Moore, 67, when he moved into Commonwealth Senior Living in February, in Danville, Virginia. “Each meal, she would come in with other ladies and say, ‘Hey, John!’” Hungarland said....
Car warranty company offers refund after WFMY News 2 investigation
BROWNS SUMMIT, N.C. — If you spend as much time as I do talking with mechanics about car warranty companies, you'll quickly learn many are not as they advertise. The warranties often come with stipulations that are challenging to adhere to. Many often require specific maintenance that is stated but hidden in several pages of the warranty contract.
Today the gas price is close to $3.09 in Ridgeway as of 2023-12-04. Find the available station near you.
Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Monday is $3.242, a week ago the price is $3.250 , according to AAA.
Martinsville man arrested for allegedly stealing trailer from NexHaul Trailers
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Franklin County Sheriff says an arrest has been made in connection to the Grand Larceny investigation of a dump trailer that occurred on Nov. 3. 38-year-old George Willie Price Jr. of Martinsville has been charged with felony Grand Larceny and felony Obtaining Money by False Pretenses. According to the […]
Local City Council to Hold Business and Work Sessions, Open to Public
The City Council will meet for a business session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5, followed by a work session. Both will take place in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building at 427 Patton St. and are open to the public.
Athlete and tight end Kendre Harrison gets USC offer for 2026
Reidsville High School (North Carolina) 2026 tight end Kendre Harrison took to social media in recent days to announce that he has received a scholarship offer from USC. The 6-foot-7, 235-pound Harrison is listed as an athlete. He is ranked No. 5 nationally, the No. 1 tight end, and the No. 1 player in the state of North Carolina per the 247Sports rankings.
Weekly Safety Report: Drug Court Focuses on Treatment, House Fire Rescues in Martinsville, VA
The Martinsville area has experienced two incidents this week. The first incident involves the Martinsville and Henry County regional drug court, which has graduated its first participant and gained national recognition for its efforts to address addiction and criminality through treatment rather than punishment. The second incident involves a house fire on Forest Street, where a man and two dogs were rescued by firefighters.
VP of the Institute Conference Center Announces Retirement
After 20 years of exceptional service to the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR), Leslie Dobbins has announced her retirement from her position as Vice President of the Institute Conference Center, effective Jan. 31, 2024. Dobbins’ commitment to excellence has helped elevate the Institute Conference Center (ICC) to one of Southern Virginia’s most prestigious meeting and event destinations.
Weekly Safety Report: House Fire and Shooting in Danville, Virginia
Two incidents occurred in Danville, Virginia this week. The first incident involved a house fire on Woodberry Road, which displaced three individuals. The fire started in the kitchen and caused significant damage to the house. The second incident was a shooting on Bradley Road, where a man sustained life-threatening gunshot wounds. A 16-year-old has been arrested in connection with the shooting.
Danville Police is teaming up with UPS for its 2nd annual Fill the UPS Truck Toy Drive
DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) — The Danville Police Department is on a mission to make sure that hundreds of kids have a gift to open on Christmas morning. They are teaming up with UPS for their second annual Fill the UPS Truck Toy Drive. Starting on Saturday, December 2, Danville...
Reidsville Rams Triumph Over Shelby, Advance to 2A Football Championship
• The Reidsville Rams have advanced to the state championship game for the seventh time in the last eight years. • Reidsville defeated Shelby in the 2A West regional final by a score of 49-14.