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Martinsville sees large drop in crime rates compared to previous years
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - Crime rates in Martinsville have lowered a third of what they were in 2023. Crime in Martinsville has been on a downward trend for the past five years. But so far this year, the crime rates are lower than ever before. In fact, Chief Robert Fincher...
Crash on Koehler Road
This morning, a minor traffic incident occurred at the Kohler Road and Virginia Avenue intersection near Bojangles, involving a gray Mustang and a Boxley cement truck. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries despite significant front-end damage to the Mustang. Traffic disruptions extended briefly to the Econo Lodge area. The Henry...
Rocky Mount celebrates 20th annual Strawberry Festival
Following the old saying, May is known for its blooming flowers and bright scenery. In Franklin County, however, the month is favored for the fruits and festivals it produces, notably the Strawberry Festival. Hosted by Franklin Heights Church, this year marked the 20th occurrence, which meant attendees were in store for a berry good time.
Franklin Co. nonprofit to house girls aging out of foster care this fall
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. – Imagine being in the foster care system and turning 18 and suddenly finding yourself on your own for the first time. Becoming an adult can be overwhelming for anybody, but especially teens leaving foster care. Bobby Canipe, CEO of Fostering Champions is trying to smooth...
Suspect charged after fatal Stokesdale shooting, sheriff’s office says
STOKESDALE, N.C. (WGHP) — Deputies have charged a suspect in connection to a Guilford County homicide. According to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office, John Austin Cain, 18, was arrested in Rockingham County and charged with first-degree murder. These charges stem from a shooting just after 5 p.m. on Sunday when deputies responded to the 7800 […]
Rocky Mount firefighter celebrates 75 years of service with the department
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A firefighter in Rocky Mount recently hit a milestone anniversary of public service. Burton “Spike” Pugh has completed his 75th year as a firefighter with the Rocky Mount Fire Department (RMFD). The fire department said Spike still participates in meetings, training, and...
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.
Eden Police Department finds missing woman, officers say
EDEN, N.C. — UPDATE MAY 13: The Eden Police Department reports Rosa Maria Lugo was found Sunday and reunited with her family. This case has been closed. The Eden Police Department asked for the public's assistance to find a missing person. Rosa Maria Lugo was reported missing on May...
Bassett man arrested in Henry County drug bust
HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A Bassett man has been arrested after a Thursday drug bust in Henry County. According to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, deputies executed a search warrant in regards to illegal narcotics on the 400 block of Fairmont Drive in Bassett. Deputies seized suspected methamphetamine,...
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.
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