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Waynesboro surgical tech fails drug test after falling in surgery
All the details in our Health Safety stories come from publicly available Final Orders, Consent Orders, Orders of Suspension and other documents from the Virginia Department of Health Professionals. Unless otherwise noted, direct quotes are taken from those documents. For more information, see the Editor’s note below the story. ROANOKE – A nurse...
Elderly man, 72, charged with meth distribution in Waynesboro
WAYNESBORO — An elderly Waynesboro man suspected of dealing methamphetamine is behind bars following his arrest last week. Bobby G. Miller, 72, is facing charges of possession with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of methamphetamine and possession of a stun gun (after being convicted of a felony). Miller had been under investigation...
VCSB working to respond to those in crisis; ease burden on hospitals, first responders
When someone is in a suicidal crisis, sending police, fire and EMS to help isn’t always the best solution. If the person in crisis is put in handcuffs or removed from their home in an ambulance or police car, it can prove traumatic for someone already in a fragile state.
Republican Senate candidates come to Staunton for town hall
STAUNTON – The Republican candidates for Virginia’s Senate seat are coming to Staunton. A town hall will be held on Friday morning at Victory Worship Center and World Outreach (victory-worship.com), 200 Hammond Lane in Staunton. Four of the five candidates will be there – Edward C. "Eddie" Garcia...
Couple restores historic house in Waynesboro
WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) - Over the last several years, a couple has been restoring a historic Waynesboro home. The “Red Brick House” is a 200-year-old home that was set to be demolished by the city. Mark Holmes said he found out about the house back in 2016. The home was gifted to Holmes and his wife by the city so they could restore it.
VSP: Motorcyclist killed in weekend crash on I-81 in Augusta County
VERONA — For the second time in less than a week, a motorcyclist has been killed in Augusta County. On Saturday evening, Virginia State Police said 47-year-old Jonathan A. Oles, of Montgomery, New York, was killed on Interstate 81 near mile marker 226. Authorities said Oles was in the southbound lanes when his Harley-Davidson...
Charlie Obaugh Auto Group Student Athlete of the Week: Anna Shirley
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - Riverheads Anna Shirley has been a Swiss Army knife for the gladiators over the past four years, but when you ask head coach Kaitlyn Clark about the senior: it’s her effort that’s continued to separate her from the rest. “You can’t ask for a...
Final Staunton West End workshop comes to a close
STAUNTON – The third and final West End workshop brought the wide-net information-gathering stage of revitalization to a close on May 7. Director of Community Development Rodney Rhodes told The News Leader about 20 citizens attended the workshop, less than half of the previous two. Staunton councilors Alice Woods and Adam Campbell both attended the workshop, similar to the January event.
Mountain Valley Pipeline protestor arrested as construction nears completion
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Protestors gathered at the Mountain Valley Pipeline site on Thursday to send a powerful message to pipeline leaders, and police ended up arresting one of them. Roanoke County Police said Amelia Greenwald of Dayton, Virginia was charged with obstruction of justice without force and obstruction...
Pro Re Nata Brewery expanding into Augusta County with acquisition of Skipping Rock
STAUNTON — John Schoeb and Pro Re Nata Brewery continue to create a footprint in the Staunton area. Last fall, Schoeb got Staunton City Council's approval to rezone the former Coca-Cola Bottling Works facility on North Augusta Street with plans to start a microbrewery and tasting room in the building. Schoeb owns Pro Re Nata, a brewery and music venue, in Crozet.
Mailbag: It’s unethical to report uncomfortable facts about Waynesboro school hires
The new assistant principal at Waynesboro High School, Joshua Herndon, resigned his post as principal at an Ohio high school in 2022 as he was being investigated for sexual misconduct on school grounds. The bad guy in this scenario: me, for the reporting on that. “Could you please have journalistic...
Athlete of the Week: Riverheads' Bottenfield embraces the pressure of pitching
GREENVILLE — Cheyenne Bottenfield has been playing softball for nearly 10 years. That's about two thirds of her life dedicate to the sport she loves. And it's the only sport she plays. The Riverheads junior, who pitched in a pair of wins the week of May 6, was voted...
Craigsville no longer at risk of losing its incorporated town status
CRAIGSVILLE, Va. (WHSV) - The town of Craigsville is no longer at risk of losing its incorporated town status thanks to the new two-year budget state lawmakers and Govenor Glenn Youngkin passed earlier this week. While localities across the Valley are finalizing or have already finalized their budgets, Craigsville had...
Natural history museum campus coming soon to Waynesboro
WAYNESBORO, Va. (WVIR) - A natural history museum campus is coming soon to Waynesboro. At this time, the museum is in the detailed design phase. Virginia Museum of Natural History’s Executive Director Joe Keiper explained when this campus is complete – it will have five main areas for people to visit.
Hot off the press: Finally, Staunton’s own book festival will turn the page on October 19
Staunton will host its first city-wide literary event, the Queen City Word Fest, a celebration of words and literature, on October 19, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Queen City Word Fest promises to be a dynamic and enriching experience for book lovers, writers and readers alike. With a vibrant lineup of authors, engaging panel discussions, book signings and more, the festival is poised to captivate audiences of all ages and interests.
New CAVA Foods facility opens up in Verona
VERONA, Va. (WHSV) - CAVA Foods owns and operates over 300 storefronts in the United States, along with packaged products that are sold at Whole Foods grocery stores as well. Previously, the company only had one manufacturing facility in Maryland, but the new expansion brings new opportunities to the Shenandoah Valley.
Augusta Health announces new community clinic
FISHERSVILLE — Augusta Health announced in a press release the opening of the new community clinic which will begin seeing patients on July 1. The Augusta Health Community Clinic is a primary care facility for adults focusing on a patient-centered approach in an all-inclusive environment with timely access to services. It is located...
‘Forever woven into the fabric’: Waynesboro Schools says farewell to teachers, staff retiring in 2024
Waynesboro Schools celebrated the retirements of eight staff members Tuesday night at Waynesboro High School. Five retirees were present at the regular school board meeting afterward for recognition and photos. “Your passion for teaching has not only enriched the lives of countless students but it’s also served as a beacon...
Staunton council approves mass rezoning of Uniontown
STAUNTON – Uniontown residents no longer have to wait. The Staunton City Council took up the mass rezoning of 55 Uniontown properties on May 9. The councilors opened public comment before the vote. “I grew up in Uniontown,” said Robert Stuart. “For the last 35 years, I've been trying to go back to my...
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