Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes various legislation, including marijuana marketplace bill
Read full article: Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes various legislation, including marijuana marketplace billGov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed multiple high-profile pieces of legislation on Tuesday, including a bill that would have established the framework for a marijuana marketplace in the commonwealth. See all of the vetoed legislation here.
West Virginia man arrested after attempting to meet minor in Alleghany County
Read full article: West Virginia man arrested after attempting to meet minor in Alleghany CountyA man was arrested after attempting to meet with a minor in Alleghany County on Monday, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office said.

Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 19, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 19, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.

City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meeting
Read full article: City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meetingAt the meeting, city leaders discussed the future of the Berglund Center and some crucial repairs that need to be made before anything moves forward.
54-year-old man in custody following barricade situation at Roanoke County trailer park
Read full article: 54-year-old man in custody following barricade situation at Roanoke County trailer parkThe Roanoke County Police Department issued an update to the barricade incident that occurred early Wednesday morning.
Gas prices are pushing more Roanoke Valley riders onto Valley Metro buses — up 7% in 90 days
Read full article: Gas prices are pushing more Roanoke Valley riders onto Valley Metro buses — up 7% in 90 daysFrom mobile ticketing to three new fixed routes, the agency's strategic plan promises big changes, even as daily riders cope with hourly buses and bare-bones stops.

‘Tanglewood Crossing’: Tanglewood area receiving new storefronts, restaurants
Read full article: ‘Tanglewood Crossing’: Tanglewood area receiving new storefronts, restaurantsA new project in Roanoke County promises to change the flavor of the Tanglewood Mall area. It will also give us new places to shop and dine out.
Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shooting
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shootingThe Lynchburg Police Department has identified a suspect in a shooting that occurred on Memorial Avenue on Wednesday morning.
Lynchburg Police seek suspect in fatal shooting at Millwood Apartments
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seek suspect in fatal shooting at Millwood ApartmentsThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Monday night that it was investigating a shooting incident and that there is a heavy police presence near Milwood Apartments.
Lynchburg baseball wins 4th straight Regional championship
Read full article: Lynchburg baseball wins 4th straight Regional championshipThe University of Lynchburg baseball team captured its fourth consecutive NCAA Division III regional championship Sunday, defeating Christopher Newport 11-4.
Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship run
Read full article: Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship runThe University of Lynchburg baseball team is gearing up for another trip to the NCAA tournament. The Hornets will make their sixth consecutive appearance when it hosts the regional round this weekend.
Lynchburg’s 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debate
Read full article: Lynchburg’s 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debateLynchburg’s proposed 2027 budget cleared its first reading Tuesday night, but not before a heated fight over school funding and taxes.
Senator Stanley, local groups call for change at Danville Humane Society following Eve’s death
Read full article: Senator Stanley, local groups call for change at Danville Humane Society following Eve’s deathCalls for reform at the Danville Area Humane Society are continuing after the euthanasia of a dog named Eve sparked backlash from activists, lawmakers and community members.

Danville, Pittsylvania County leaders approve $100 billion data center investment
Read full article: Danville, Pittsylvania County leaders approve $100 billion data center investmentThe Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) will vote on a Local Performance Agreement (LPA) for the Stack Infrastructure project set to be built in the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.
Martinsville Police issue arrest warrants for two suspects in connection with fatal shooting
Read full article: Martinsville Police issue arrest warrants for two suspects in connection with fatal shootingThe Martinsville Police Department announced that it has issued warrants for two suspects in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in the City Tuesday night.
Patchwork 250: The legacy behind Fayette Street, the Black Wall Street of the Southside
Read full article: Patchwork 250: The legacy behind Fayette Street, the Black Wall Street of the SouthsideDid you know that Martinsville’s Fayette Street was once a vibrant hub of Black-owned businesses, innovation, and community resilience? Known as the “Black Wall Street of the Southside,” this historic corridor thrived even in the face of adversity.
Danville Transit building closing May 1 due to planned water outage
Read full article: Danville Transit building closing May 1 due to planned water outageThe Danville Transit building is scheduled to close on Friday, May 1, due to a planned water outage, according to officials. However, buses will still stop at this location as usual.
No injuries reported after Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus incident Wednesday afternoon
Read full article: No injuries reported after Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus incident Wednesday afternoonNo one was hurt after an Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus veered off the roadway and went into a ditch on Wednesday afternoon, according to school officials.
Cool and clear Thursday brings below-average temperatures and wind gusts up to 30 MPH
Read full article: Cool and clear Thursday brings below-average temperatures and wind gusts up to 30 MPHYour out-the-door forecast looks so nice this morning! Clouds will part around 10-11 AM with dry conditions and below-average temperatures in store for the rest of the day. Wind speeds will make it feel a bit cooler than the actual air temperatures, with gusts around the 20-30 MPH range. Hold onto your hats!
Dry for the Rest of Tuesday
Read full article: Dry for the Rest of TuesdayShowers and a few rumbles of thunder are back in the region this morning! As of 6:30 AM, we are starting to see parts of the NRV and Lynchburg Zones drying out, but the widespread showers now affecting Roanoke, Highlands, and Southside Zones, along with eastern parts of the NRV.
Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary closed due to boil water advisory, students to learn virtually
Read full article: Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary closed due to boil water advisory, students to learn virtuallyAlleghany Highlands Public Schools announced Thursday that Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary would be closed Friday as a precautionary measure..
Covington seventh grader selected for Appalachian STEM academy
Read full article: Covington seventh grader selected for Appalachian STEM academyA seventh-grade student at Covington Middle School has been accepted into the Appalachian STEM Academy in Tennessee, Appalachian Highlands Public Schools announced on Tuesday.
Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announces 2-hour delay for Monday, March 2
Read full article: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announces 2-hour delay for Monday, March 2Alleghany Highlands Public Schools will be opening two hours late on Monday, March 2, due to a wintry weather mix impacting the area, according to school officials.
MORE VIRGINIA NEWS
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 18, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 18, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
UVA softball season comes to a close against Tennessee
Read full article: UVA softball season comes to a close against TennesseeVirginia’s postseason run ended Sunday with a 5-1 loss to Tennessee in the NCAA Knoxville Regional final, as Cavaliers coach Joanna Hardin’s club was unable to solve Lady Vols ace Karlyn Pickens.
Amherst County Sheriff’s Office seeking more information regarding 2022 shooting that left one dead, four injured
Read full article: Amherst County Sheriff’s Office seeking more information regarding 2022 shooting that left one dead, four injuredLaw enforcement is seeking new information regarding a 2022 Amherst County murder case and is offering up to $30,000 as a reward, Amherst County Sheriff’s Office said.
Gov. Spanberger delivers keynote at Virginia Tech’s 154th commencement
Read full article: Gov. Spanberger delivers keynote at Virginia Tech’s 154th commencementVirginia Tech’s 154th graduating class celebrated commencement Friday in Lane Stadium, capping years of hard work with a keynote address from Gov. Abigail Spanberger — and one final jump to “Enter Sandman.”
Roanoke Region Food, Farm Trail launches website to connect shoppers with local farms
Read full article: Roanoke Region Food, Farm Trail launches website to connect shoppers with local farmsA simple search pulls up nearby farms where residents can browse products, add items to a cart and schedule a pickup — all in a few clicks.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 15, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 15, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 14, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 14, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Gov. Spanberger signs bills to address high energy costs, increase energy generation in Virginia
Read full article: Gov. Spanberger signs bills to address high energy costs, increase energy generation in VirginiaGovernor Abigail Spanberger has signed a series of legislation aimed at combating high energy costs and increasing energy generation in the Commonwealth.
Copper theft surges across Southwest Virginia, leaving homeowners with costly repairs
Read full article: Copper theft surges across Southwest Virginia, leaving homeowners with costly repairsA growing crime is causing concern in Roanoke and across Southwest Virginia: thieves are stealing copper at rates not seen before, leaving behind costly damage and frustration for property owners.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 13, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 13, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Dry tonight, scattered showers and storms form Wednesday
Read full article: Dry tonight, scattered showers and storms form WednesdayHit-or-miss t-showers will form Wednesday afternoon and will end during the evening. Behind that cold front cooler air will briefly move in before being replaced by MUCH warmer temperatures this weekend into early next week.
Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center takes in owlet, reminds Virginians not to cut down trees unless absolutely necessary
Read full article: Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center takes in owlet, reminds Virginians not to cut down trees unless absolutely necessaryThe Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center has welcomed a new eastern screech owlet, and is using the opportunity to remind Virginians not to cut down trees unless it is absolutely necessary!
New naloxone vending boxes launching in Henry County, Martinsville and Roanoke to help prevent overdoses
Read full article: New naloxone vending boxes launching in Henry County, Martinsville and Roanoke to help prevent overdosesAnthem HealthKeepers Plus is partnering with the Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition to help save lives and prevent opioid overdoses in Southwest Virginia.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 12, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 12, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Gov. Spanberger signs paid family and medical leave program into law, first southern state to do so
Read full article: Gov. Spanberger signs paid family and medical leave program into law, first southern state to do soVirginia is set to become the first southern state with a paid family and medical leave program.
A cool night will lead to patchy frost in the mountains
Read full article: A cool night will lead to patchy frost in the mountainsWe will dry out tonight and tomorrow, but more rain is on the way for Wednesday as another cold front moves through the area. And temperatures this weekend look to skyrocket!
K-9 Knox to be honored at ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Monday
Read full article: K-9 Knox to be honored at ceremony in Washington, D.C. on MondayToday, K-9 Knox will be honored at the Annual National Police K9 Memorial Service in Washington, D.C. He lost his life in the line of duty last year while bravely pursuing a suspect.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 11, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 11, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Virginia locals are divided over Supreme Court of Virginia ruling that nullifies special election results
Read full article: Virginia locals are divided over Supreme Court of Virginia ruling that nullifies special election resultsThe Virginia Supreme Court has thrown out a redistricting referendum that voters approved on April 21 — ruling the vote invalid not because of its outcome, but because of how it reached the ballot.
Jazzy Francik pitches Florida State to 20th ACC softball title, 2-1 over Virginia Tech
Read full article: Jazzy Francik pitches Florida State to 20th ACC softball title, 2-1 over Virginia TechJazzy Francik allowed one run in six total innings in the circle, Kennedy Harp accounted for both Florida State runs and the Seminoles defeated Virginia Tech 2-1 to win the ACC Softball Championship for the 20th time.
VDH investigating confirmed measles case, possible unreported cases in Buckingham County
Read full article: VDH investigating confirmed measles case, possible unreported cases in Buckingham CountyThe Virginia Department of Health announced they are investigating a confirmed measles case and likely exposures in Buckingham County.
WHO head seeks to reassure residents of Spanish island where hantavirus-stricken ship is headed
Read full article: WHO head seeks to reassure residents of Spanish island where hantavirus-stricken ship is headedThe head of the World Health Organization is seeking to reassure residents of the Spanish island of Tenerife worried about the anticipated arrival there of a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship.
Blacksburg’s Szefc continues diamond dominance
Read full article: Blacksburg’s Szefc continues diamond dominanceWhether it’s the pitchers mound, at the plate, or in the field, Blacksburg’s Sam Szefc has proved to not only be one of the area’s best players, but one of the best in the state of Virginia.



