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Plans advance for two small apartment buildings

Developers are asking Pittsylvania County for permission to put up two different small apartment buildings north of Danville. Joann Atkinson wants to rezone 1.2 acres on Franklin Turnpike between Dry Fork and Irish Roads. She says they would be similar to a pair of apartment buildings to the immediate south...

Pittsylvania County, VA · 4d
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Tunstall football clinches regional berth in OT; volleyball defeats Hidden Valley, falls to defending state champs

The Tunstall football team (5-5) pulled off a 20-14 win in an overtime thriller on Senior Night against Mecklenburg County and will advance to regional play for the first time in eight years. After a huge defensive stop in overtime followed by a 15-yard penalty that put the Trojans starting back on the 25 yard line, quarterback Shamus Ryan scrambled and found Carter Thompson in the endzone for the win on the third down.

Dry Fork, VA · 1d
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Expectations of the Chatham Basketball Team

Chatham Varsity Basketball want to do hard work, improve as a team, and compete for a successful season. “Our goal this season is to compete every night and give ourselves a chance to win,” Mason Adkins, senior, said. Players prepare to meet the expectations set for this year’s team....

Chatham, VA · 3d
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Chatham holds 3rd annual Veterans Day parade honoring local veterans

CHATHAM, Va. (WSET) — Residents in the Southside gathered Wednesday to honor those who served in the U.S. military during Chatham’s third annual Veterans Day parade. Families lined Main Street to watch the parade, hosted by Hargrave Military Academy. Local veterans said the parade is a meaningful way...

Chatham, VA · 1d
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Bedford, VA · 8h

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Gretna Hawks rally to defeat defending state champions in five-set thriller before falling to Glenvar

The Gretna Hawks showed tremendous heart, determination, and resilience as they rallied from two sets down to defeat the defending state champion Radford Bobcats in an exciting five-set showdown. After dropping the first two sets, 20-25 and 22-25, the Hawks refused to back down, winning the next three sets 25-16, 25-18, and 15-7 to complete an impressive comeback victory.

Gretna, VA · 2d

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Franklin County Schools face funding challenges after voters reject sales tax referendum

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Franklin County Public Schools is facing difficult funding decisions after voters rejected a proposed 1-cent sales tax referendum that school leaders hoped would help pay for major school upgrades and additional safety features. According to the Virginia Department of Elections, voters overwhelmingly shot down...

Franklin County, VA · 3d

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Grades in School Are Controversial

Grades have often been an area of contention for students and teachers. Late work is often controversial. “I think it depends on the class,” Farren Shifflett, freshman, said. “If it’s a class that requires a lot of work, no it’s not fair. Students often deal with a lot mentally, and I think that sometimes work is just hard to get finished.”

Chatham, VA · 1d

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Vaughan begins work as director at God's Storehouse

Danville’s main food pantry has a new leader. Suzie Vaughan began serving last week as Executive Director of God’s Storehouse. She replaces Karen Harris, who led them for more than 14 years. Vaughan will work alongside Harris until Harris retires early next year. Vaughan founded and serves as...

Danville, VA · 3d

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Ice-skating rink set to open in Martinsville thanks to $200K grant

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — A new ice-skating rink is coming to Martinsville, bringing public skating back to the area for the first time in more than a decade. The project is being funded through a $200,000 grant from the Harvest Foundation, which will cover equipment, staffing, marketing and programming. City officials said the project will not require any city funding.

Martinsville, VA · 2d

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No. 3 Tunstall defeats No. 6 Hidden Valley to advance to regional semis

There’s a first time for everything. The Tunstall volleyball team had a first when it needed it the most. No. 3 Tunstall knocked off No. 6 Hidden Valley, 3-1, in the Region 3D quarterfinals Tuesday evening, November 3. The Trojans won 25-21, 15-25, 25-10 and 25-9 to score their...

Dry Fork, VA · 1d

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U.S. Marine Corps veteran, former Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears delivers keynote address at annual Valor Farm Veterans Day Commemoration

ALTAVISTA, Va. (WFXR) -- U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears delivered the keynote address at the 7th annual Veterans Day Commemoration at Valor Farm, honoring the sacrifices and commitment of the millions of service members that have fought for and defended U.S. freedom for the past 250 years.

Virginia · 22h

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Hargrave Military Academy Announces Meredith Novack as Head Swim Coach and Program Director

Novack has served as Head Coach at Pfeiffer University and held coaching positions at Hawai'i, the University of the South, and North Dakota. Hargrave Military Academy is proud to announce the appointment of Meredith Novack as Head Swim Coach and Program Director, effective November 2, 2026. An accomplished collegiate and international coach, open-water swimmer, and former professional triathlete, Novack brings an exceptional breadth of experience and fresh momentum to the aquatics program.

Chatham, VA · 1d

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HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Holiday market, concerts and comedy planned in Roanoke, Lynchburg, Danville and Rocky Mount this weekend

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A holiday market, live concerts, a family carnival and a comedy show are scheduled in Roanoke, Lynchburg, Danville and Rocky Mount this weekend. The 38th annual Stocked market is happening Friday through Sunday at the Berglund Center. The market is the Junior League of Roanoke Valley’s...

Roanoke, VA · 14h

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City of Martinsville Announces ‘Uptown Nights on Ice’

The City of Martinsville has announced the launch of Uptown Nights on Ice, a temporary outdoor ice skating rink featuring a variety of special events and holiday activities designed to create new experiences and traditions for families and friends throughout the holidays. Uptown Nights on Ice is a partnership between...

Martinsville, VA · 2d

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MARTINSVILLE SCHOOL SALES TAX APPROVED BY JUST 10 VOTES

Martinsville voters have narrowly approved a one-percent sales tax increase to fund improvements to the city's public schools, with the referendum passing by just ten votes. The final round of ballot counting on Tuesday, November 10, determined the outcome of one of the closest local tax votes in Virginia. According...

Martinsville, VA · 1d

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Two newcomers win Martinsville council seats as Mayor L.C. Jones finishes third

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WSET) — Martinsville’s City Council will have a new look in January after voters chose two newcomers in a five-way race for two seats. Michael Greene and Charles Niederstadt won the seats, while current Mayor L.C. Jones, who also ran for re-election, finished third and did not win one of the two seats. Councilman Aaron Rawls did not seek re-election after serving four years.

Martinsville, VA · 2d