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Farmville police arrest one suspect in Friday robbery
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Driver indicted after crash kills two little girls
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Longwood Village back on the market. Several options considered
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2.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Powhatan
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Rotary honors ‘service above self’
As the Rotary Club of Farmville welcomed in a new president, the group also honored several residents this summer. Established in 1938, the group is celebrating its 85th anniversary. Rotarian of the Year – Julie Flores The Farmville Club recorded 735 service hours this past year. And one person’s service accounts for 10% of that total, […] The post Rotary honors ‘service above self’ appeared first on Farmville.
Farmville police arrest one suspect in Friday robbery
One person is in custody and Farmville police are searching for a second connected to a reported robbery Friday morning. The Farmville Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call at 6:47 a.m. from a business in the 500 block of E. Third Street, reporting that the clerk had been robbed. According to the report, Farmville […] The post Farmville police arrest one suspect in Friday robbery appeared first on Farmville.
Waterworks Players wrap up season with ‘Five Women’ comedy
After enjoying one of its most successful seasons in recent memory, The Waterworks Players will conclude 2023-24 with the comedy Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. This play also marks the debut of yet another first-time director: Leigh Lunsford, longtime Waterworks actress, board member and current president. In a recent interview, she revealed how excited […] The post Waterworks Players wrap up season with ‘Five Women’ comedy appeared first on Farmville.
Longwood Village back on the market. Several options considered
The Better Housing Coalition won’t be buying Longwood Village as planned. But that doesn’t mean nothing is happening with the property. Officials with the Longwood Real Estate Foundation say there’s several options being considered, with hopes that a sale could soon be finalized. First off, some background. When we say Longwood Village, that’s referring to […] The post Longwood Village back on the market. Several options considered appeared first on Farmville.
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
Gas Prices Hold Steady as Summer Ends
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After a turbulent summer, gas prices are set to remain steady as July ends and August begins. AAA’s Mid-Atlantic spokesperson, Morgan Dean, reports that the national average rose by only 2 cents last week, currently at $3.52 per gallon. In the Charlottesville area, the price of a gallon of gas stands at $3.43, just a penny higher than it was at this time last year.
When is Virginia’s sales tax holiday?
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — Virginia’s three-day sales tax holiday kicks off on the first Friday in August – meaning you have just one week to take stock of what you and your family might need as the upcoming school year and fall season approaches. The weekend starts Friday, Aug. 2, at 12:01 a.m. and […]
U.S. Commerce Department approves Virginia’s bid for almost $1.5 billion for broadband access
Virginia was the first in the nation to submit a proposal and plans for a share of $42.5 million. The post U.S. Commerce Department approves Virginia’s bid for almost $1.5 billion for broadband access appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia Department of Health employee embezzles more than $4M in fraud scheme
A former employee who funneled millions of dollars from the Virginia Department of Health into a fake business account pled guilty Thursday to the scheme. Adam Lamar Harrell, 41, of Midlothian, faced charges including mail fraud, federal program theft and tax evasion. In total, Harrell received $4,337,395 in funds obtained illegally.
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