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Search for Pulaski man extends into second week
PULASKI, Va. (WDBJ) - 33-year-old Paul Michael Hanks was reported missing by his mother the morning of May 6th. Pulaski Police Chief Sam Shumate says investigators found Hanks’ car at the Food Lion in Pulaski. They checked the store’s surveillance video that shows Hanks walking toward the interstate, which is also near the New River Valley Trail.
Christiansburg man recounts horrific motorcycle accident and those responsible for saving his life
An incredible story of survival; It’s been 8 months since a Christiansburg man’s life changed forever after a horrific motorcycle crash. Thanks to quick emergency care at Lewisgale Medical Center, a newly recognized Level 2 Trauma Center, he is rebuilding his life and is back at the job he loves. LewisGale celebrated him and other trauma patients Wednesday in honor of National Trauma Survivor Day.
Falling Branch Elementary in Christiansburg shelters in place Monday morning due to police activity
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – Falling Branch Elementary in Christiansburg issued a shelter-in-place Monday morning due to police activity in the area, away from the school, according to the school’s principal, Ann Mitchell. School officials told 10 News that out of an abundance of caution, all students and staff were...
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