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Virginia State Police make arrest in 33-year-old cold case12 On Your Side12 hours ago
Community pulling together to bring back CJ’s MarketAshe Post & Times11 hours ago
Contract signed for rebuilding Route 58 near DamascusWJHL11 hours ago
U.S. Route 58 repairs from Damascus to Konnarock expected to take 1 yearwcyb.com15 hours ago
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Community pulling together to bring back CJ’s Market
LANSING — Lansing was a one grocery store town, until that store was significantly damaged by flood waters when Hurricane Helene rampaged through Ashe County and the southern Appalachian Mountains at the end of September. Jamey and Trish Hart were there as water begin rising in downtown Lansing on that Friday, and eventually pouring into CJ’s Market. “It was around 11:30 a.m. when we started to get apprehensive. By noon,...
Contract signed for rebuilding Route 58 near Damascus
DAMASCUS, Va. (WJHL) — A contract has been signed for the cleaning up and rebuilding of a section of Route 58 in Washington County, Virginia, which was severely damaged by Hurricane Helene. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) announced Tuesday that the agency and W-L Construction and Paving of Chilhowie will begin work in the […]
The Virginia Creeper Trail name is based on a creeping crawling activity in the area
The Virginia Creeper Trail is considered Damascus's "life's blood," with most residents making their living from tourism. Flood water from Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc, and businesses like the Bike Shop will be affected until repairs are completed.
Virginia Town Claims to Be the Birthplace of Dr Pepper, NOT Waco, Texas
Have us in Texas been lied to our whole lives? Is Dr Pepper actually from Virginia?!. For some reason, I discovered the small town of Rural Retreat, Virginia this week and their annual Dr Pepper Day event that happened over the weekend. I was like, that's pretty strange to have a Dr Pepper Day in this random town and not in Waco, Texas which we consider the birthplace of the popular soda. Turns out, this town believes they have the rights to the Dr Pepper invention.
Local pilots basing relief efforts out of Twin County Airport
After witnessing the devastation of the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina hit New Orleans nearly 20 years ago, pilots at Twin County Airport near Hillsville, Virginia, knew they needed to act fast to help their fellow Appalachian brethren. From Tuesday, Oct. 1 to Thursday, Oct. 3, pilots associated with Twin County Airport delivered approximately 20 flights of supplies to Ashe County, the closest staging area they could reach near the most devastation — the mountains of Western North Carolina. Hillsville, Virginia-area pilot Mike Diamond said...
Grant totals surpass $3 million for industrial park
WEST JEFFERSON — The Ashe Industrial Park is a six-year strategic project poised to drive future economic growth in Ashe County. The park’s development is primarily funded by $3.28 million in grants secured by Ashe Economic Development. “The development of Ashe Industrial Park has played a crucial role in securing $3.28 million in grant funding. This achievement saves taxpayers a substantial amount of money while creating valuable assets that will attract new and expanding businesses, ultimately fostering economic growth for years to come,” said Adam...
Tri-Cities farmers trying to recover from flooding
JOHNSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – When Hurricane Helene swept through the region the floodwaters tore down fences and barns and even washed away cattle and hay. Thomas Worley, a farmer in Johnson County, told News Channel 11 he lost 54 cattle during the flood. “At the time the flood came, they all disappeared, but gradually […]
Gate City and Abingdon pick up wins on the volleyball court
Gate City, VA — Here closer to home, the Gate City Blue Devils were hosting the Union Bears on senior night. Bears giving the home team fits early Knylee Johnson gets the set right down the middle and she hammers it to the floor. Back come the Blue Devils ball goes across the formation Peyton […]
Traffic Alert: Marion roads closed due to rail replacement project
MARION, Va. (WJHL) — Norfolk Southern Railway will begin a rail replacement project in Marion, Virginia on Monday. Starting Monday, the North Main Street crossing at the train station will be closed until Thursday due to the project. The Chatham Hill crossing will be closed on Wednesday. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes and […]
Union County locals race to East TN to deliver critical supplies after Hurricane Helene
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tn. — In 2021, a deadly tornado tore through parts of Western Kentucky, destroying communities and taking lives. Years later, Hurricane Helene ravaged parts of the southeast including a small mountain city community around East Tennessee. After a disaster of their own, a familiar helping hand was extended. Eyewitness News Jessica Costello traveled […]
National forest areas reopen after Hurricane Helene damage
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Several areas within the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest have reopened after being closed due to damage from Hurricane Helene. The USDA Forest Service announced on Tuesday areas within the Clinch Ranger District and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area have reopened. The following areas of the Clinch Ranger District […]
Wellspring Foundation to cover VHCC tuition for all Washington County, Va. students
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — The Wellspring Foundation announced on Monday that it will cover tuition costs for all Washington County, Virginia students who attend Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) for the next 13 years. The Wellspring Foundation revealed while on the college’s campus that it was funding a $14.9 million grant to a scholarship […]
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