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Moneta Volunteer Rescue Squad volunteers step up their skills through EMT certification training
‘Fully involved.” In the first responder field of firefighting, it’s a term used to describe a fire that has spread and engulfed a structure or building. In a related first responder field – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – “fully involved” isn’t a term that fits within the job duties of Emergency Medical Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics. But it does put action to the expectations of its volunteers: they are required to be fully certified the same as paid professionals.
City looks to bring more murals to Martinsville
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - Martinsville will soon become a lot more colorful, as more murals will be added to the city. “Who wants to look at a blank building when they could be looking at something really interesting?” asked Aleen Wilson, Martinsville resident. Aleen Wilson is a Martinsville local...
Void left by board leader departure
ARARAT, Va. — It’s unusual for the chairman of a county governing board to step down in the midst of his or her term, but Brandon Simmons had simply had enough. “It’s a thankless job,” Simmons, an Ararat resident, said of serving on the Patrick County Board of Supervisors. He cited increasing time demands to the detriment of his family and constant “griping and complaining” from some constituents as catalysts...
Martinsville student commits to play football, run track at Averett Univ.
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WFXR) — One Martinsville High School senior put his pen to paper and is continuing his athletic career on the collegiate level. The Martinsville City Public Schools has announced that Jordan Smith committed to playing football and running track at Averett University. Smith first started playing football when he was 7 years old. […]
SML Democrats celebrate its military veterans members
On May 13th, the Smith Mountain Lake Democrats held a reception to celebrate their members who are military veterans. Veterans member recounted experiences, challenges and achievements while serving in the Army, Navy, and Marines in Vietnam through September 11th. Many were posted overseas and in war zones. Their duties varied from submarine hunter, radar operator, war crimes investigator, cook, meteorologist, transportation specialist, and chemical warfare officer to chaplain.
Meadows of Dan Alumni announce covered dish dinner
A Meadows Of Dan High School Alumni meeting and covered dish dinner is scheduled for Saturday, May 25 in the Meadows Of Dan Elementary School Cafeteria. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and a covered dish dinner follows at 6 p.m. and the alumni meeting will follow. Alumni and anyone that attended Meadows Of Dan High School are welcomed to attend! For more information, call Betty Banks at 276-952-2674.
K9, Franklin County deputy recognized as heroes for finding missing woman
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — One deputy in Franklin County and his K9 are being recognized for saving a missing woman’s life on May 9. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office says just after midnight, deputies responded to a home in Ferrum for a woman who was reported missing by her husband. Deputy Gaetano and his […]
Ferrum College’s Blue Ridge Institute and Museum hosts first annual BBQ competition
FERRUM, Va. (WFXR) — One staple in the community has started a new and savory tradition!. On Saturday, May 11, the Ferrum College’s Blue Ridge Institute and Museum (BRIM) hosted its first annual “Crooked Road BBQ Competition”. Four local barbecue teams faced off before the judges...
Ferrum, Build Smart joins forces to help you save on education
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — Build Smart Institute and Ferrum College are uniting to offer college credit for a new program to further your education. Students can now register for the course. Emily spoke with the minds behind this program to get the details.
Martinsville City schools on two-hour delay due to power outage
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WFXR) — All Martinsville City Public Schools will operate under a two-hour delay on May 14. The school district announced on social media that the delay was due to a power outage. There are no further details at this time. WFXR News will update this story as more information becomes available.
Greater Roanoke Workforce hosting hiring event in Rocky Mount
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WFXR)– Greater Roanoke Workforce is hosting a hiring event at the Franklin Center on Claiborne Ave. in Rocky Mount on Monday, May 13. The hiring event, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., will bring in businesses and companies from around the Roanoke Valley looking to bring in new hirees.
Spring Market and Pottery Outlet Sale highlights local creative talent
On May 11th, Emerson Creek Pottery encouraged members of Bedford and Franklin County to grab their passports and set sail for the annual Spring Market and Pottery Outlet Sale. Instead of a weather advisory, attendees were told to expect delicious food, local craft vendors, and great deals on pottery. The...
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