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North lane cleared after crash on I-81 in Wythe County
WYTHE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT reports the north lane has been cleared after a crash on I-81 in Wythe County. – WYTHE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Virginia Department of Transportation says there is currently a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 81 North near mile marker 73.3 in Wythe County. The right northbound shoulder […]
Missing Washington County, Virginia teen found safe
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. — UPDATE: The Washington County, Virginia Sheriff's Office reports Madison Stanley has been found safe. The Washington County, Virginia Sheriff's Office needs your help to locate a missing juvenile. According to authorities 14-year-old Madison Stanley was last seen by a family member on the evening of...
Softball Recap: Jaiden Thompson and Aliyah Hilton secure win for Honaker
Honaker won the last time they faced Rural Retreat, and things went their way on Friday too. The Honaker Tigers walked away with a 7-2 victory over the Rural Retreat Indians. Gracie Shelton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off eight hits. Shelton has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Shelton was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a double.
WCC signs new career and technical students in NC3 National Signing Day
Together with dozens of other NC3 Leadership Schools across the country, Wytheville Community College (WCC) held their second NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing Day on April 18, 2024. New students for the 2024-25 school year took part in a signing ceremony, similar to an athletic signing. This national event sponsored by the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) mirrors the NCAA’s National Signing Day for athletes who commit to play sports in college. It is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and to celebrate the dignity of work. ...
Two men arrested in Tazewell County due to violation of probation
BLUEFIELD, VA (WVNS) — Two men were arrested after search warrants were executed in the Bluefield area of Tazewell County. According to the Bluefield, Virginia Police Department, at around 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, officers with the police department helped Tazewell County deputies find Scott Johnson, who was wanted out of Tazewell County. […]
Bluefield Man Sentenced to Prison for DUI Causing Serious Bodily Injury
BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Steven Andrew Short, age 38, of Bluefield, West Virginia, was sentenced to prison yesterday by Mercer County Circuit Court Judge William Sadler. Mercer County Prosecuting Attorney Brian K. Cochran said that Short was sentenced to the maximum penalty of 2-10 years in prison for Driving Under the Influence Causing Serious Bodily […]
WCC sets graduation for May 11
Wytheville Community College (WCC) will celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024 during three commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Wytheville Meeting Center adjacent to WCC’s Wytheville location at 1000 East Main Street, Wytheville, Virginia. Three graduation ceremonies will be held on May 11 as follows: - Health Professions and Medical Services Programs — 12:30 p.m. ...
“Meet the Rail Birds” introduces community to new special needs baseball team
BLUEFIELD, W. Va. (WVVA) -Alternative Baseball was started back in 2016, to give those with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, PTSD, and more, a league of their own. Now, Alternative Baseball has reached the Two Virginias thanks to the Bluefield Rail Birds. “Just the opportunity to include everybody...
Marion's Lincoln Theatre celebrates 20 years since reopening
MARION, Va (WCYB) — The Lincoln Theatre in Marion is celebrating a major milestone. The theater was originally opened on July 1st of 1929. It closed down several years late, In 2004 the theater reopened it's doors to the public and has been hosting performances ever since. To celebrate...
Galax man faces arson charge
Officers arrested a man for alleged arson and a driver was charged with numerous violations, according to reports from the Galax Police Department. On May 7, Cpl. Tyler Garcia responded to the 100 block of Eastview Street for a report of a disturbance.
Softball Recap: McKinlee Maxfield leads Honaker to victory over Rural Retreat
Honaker won the last time they faced Rural Retreat, and things went their way on Monday too. The Honaker Tigers came out on top against the Rural Retreat Indians by a score of 9-6. McKinlee Maxfield tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run over 4.1 innings pitched.
Mercer County man receives maximum sentence for DUI resulting in serious injury
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A Bluefield man received a maximum sentence for DUI that resulted in serious injuries. On Monday, May 6, 2024, 38-year-old Steven Andrew Short, of Bluefield, was sentenced to the maximum penalty of two to ten years in prison for Driving Under the Influence Causing Serious Bodily Injury, as well as the […]
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