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Centra earns ‘A’ grade from Leapfrog
Centra Southside Community Hospital (SCH) and Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital (BMH) recently earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national rating system. With the spring 2024 assessment, Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital transitioned from a “B” to “C” rating. Despite this change, Centra reaffirms its unwavering commitment […] The post Centra earns ‘A’ grade from Leapfrog appeared first on Farmville.
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.
Grocery prices drop for first time in a year, but shoppers not seeing relief at register
ROANOKE, Va. – Nowadays, a trip to the grocery store can cost hundreds and you’re likely leaving with less. For the first time in a year, inflation data shows that grocery prices have dropped. According to the latest Consumer Index Report, grocery prices fell by 0.2 percent from March to April. The price of meats, poultry, fish, eggs, fruits, and vegetables all dropped in April. The price of cereals, bakery products and dairy increased.
Bedford man partially ejected, dies on scene of Nelson County crash
A Bedford man is dead after a one-vehicle fatal crash on Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Nelson County. Harry B. Bare II, 63, was partially ejected and died at the scene. He was not wearing a seatbelt. Virginia State Police report the 2000 Honda CR-V Bare was driving was travelling...
Target 7: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital cleared of noncompliance status for stained surgical instruments
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (RMH) is now fully compliant with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) standards of patient care. It comes after a report showed the hospital was failing those conditions with the rate of stained surgical instruments. Hospital leaders made changes to the cleaning...
Three individuals facing federal charges after Dodge County swatting incident
DODGE COUNTY, Ga. (WGXA) -- Three individuals alleged to be part of an online swatting group are now facing federal charges. 18-year-old Owen Jarboe from Hagerstown, Maryland, 26-year-old Evan Strauss from Moneta, Virginia, and 18-year-old Brayden Grace from Columbus, Ohio are being charged with Conspiracy, Cyberstalking, Interstate Threatening Communications, and Threats to Damage or Destroy by Means of Fire and Explosives.
Smith Mountain Weekly Bridge Report results posted
The Smith Mountain Bridge Club meets at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays at the Community Center, located north of downtown Moneta at 4860 Rucker Road, behind and below the Moneta Pharmacy and Family Dentistry. Duplicate bridge is played and a partner is required. All bridge players are welcome. Please arrive with your partner no later than 12:10 p.m.
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.
Franklin County Sheriff’s Department investigating breaking and entering at Rocky Mount business
Authorities have reported that a breaking and entering occurred at the Tienda Latina 220 business in Rocky Mount sometime during the night/early morning hours of May 15th - May 16th 2024. Various items of monetary value were stolen, including a cash register and jewelry. There were no employees present during...
WFXR Weather Trivia: Categories of drought
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Are you a weather fan or an expert? See if you can correctly guess this WFXR Weather Trivia question!. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM), what is the most intense drought category?. Every Thursday, an updated USDM map shows where drought is and how...
Roanoke, sister city Wonju celebrate 60 year friendship
ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke’s sister city from Wonju, South Korea, is paying the Star City a visit. Wonju’s mayor and other residents have come to the area to celebrate the 60 year connection between the two cities. Roanoke City Mayor Sherman Lea said it was exciting to welcome the group.
EXPLAINER: What is the Blue Ridge Games and how can you get in on the friendly competition? ⛰️
We’re inching closer and closer to the Summer Olympics, and excitement can be felt across the country as we prepare to watch athletes from all over the world come together to compete. While the beloved tournament will wrap up on Aug 11, the fun doesn’t have to stop there!
Authorities investigate breaking and entering at Rocky Mount store
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WSET) — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office is investigating a breaking and entering that took place at the Tienda Latina 220 in Rocky Mount. Authorities said the incident happened sometime during the night or early morning hours of May 15-16. A number of valuable items were...
Roanoke and Wonju, South Korea celebrate 60 years as sister cities
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — It’s been 60 years since the City of Roanoke and Wonju, South Korea were established as sister cities. Now, Roanoke and Wonju are celebrating the milestone. On May 16, a 25-member delegate including Wonju Mayor Won Gang Soo and a K-pop group arrived in...
Three men face federal charges for swatting, including at Albany County’s airport
In an indictment unsealed on May 9, three young men were charged with a series of swatting incidents that included a shooting and bomb threat to the Albany International Airport. A federal grand jury in Baltimore returned the indictment on May 7, according to a release from the United States...
PLAY Roanoke celebrates National Kids to Parks Day with free move night
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Grab your little ones and get your popcorn ready!. In celebration of National Kids to Parks Day, the Roanoke Parks and Recreation Department is inviting families to explore any of the 51 parks on May 18. As the Saturday night settles in, the community can...
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