The victim of yesterday’s homicide in the City of Radford has been identified as Alexa Cannon, formerly of Roanoke, Virginia. Her family has been notified, and requests privacy during this difficult time of grieving. There is no further information to be released at this time.
On January 24, 2019 at 7:45 a.m. the Radford City Police Department was dispatched to the 1200 block of Clement Street in reference to a 911 call. Upon arrival officers located a deceased female who had multiple stab wounds. The victim is not being identified at this point, due to identification and next of kin […]
Sharkey’s Radford is helping to support the Women’s Resource Center all day January 24 for #ThoughtfulThursdays. We will have a table there from 12 to 1 p.m., come see us and learn more about the Women’s Resource Center! The Women’s Resource Center is a non-profit, human service organization, providing programs and services to adult and […]
The City of Radford Economic Development Authority (EDA), formerly known as the Industrial Development Authority, recognized Basil Edwards, Director of Operations for the City of Radford, for his nearly 20 years of service in economic development. During the EDA’s December board meeting, Chairman Dr. Flo Graham highlighted many of Edwards’ accomplishments during his tenure as […]
This afternoon the Radford City Police Department responded to John Dalton Intermediate School, at the request of a School Resource Officer, for a reported gun at the school. Upon investigation, a BB gun was located by school staff in the possession of a juvenile student. At no time were students in danger or threatened by […]
UPDATE: Mr. Burton was arrested by Radford City Police Department this evening, without incident. ORIGINAL ARTICLE: The City of Radford Department of Police is requesting the public’s help in locating Walter Edward Burton, age 36, of Radford, VA. Mr. Burton is currently wanted on charges for numerous domestic related incidents dating back to 11/09/2018. Mr. […]
Community Table is a ministry in which volunteers organize, cook, and serve hot meals- free of charge- to anyone who wants to come and eat. No strings attached. We serve the meals every Saturday from 4-5pm in the Fellowship Hall at Unity Christian Church 400 Tyler Ave. Radford, VA 24141. This ministry has been serving […]
Come and join the Tri-Community Churches as we bring in the New Year! We will have refreshments from 10:30 to 11 p.m. followed by a worship service with Pastor Corwin Casey and the Mass Choir of First Baptist rendering the service. Everyone is welcome!!! Monday, December 31, 2018 10:30 PM – 12:30 AM First Baptist […]
City Office Closings for the Christmas and New Year’s Holiday City Administrative Offices: December 24-26: Closed December 31-January 1: Closed Recreation Center: December 24: Closing at Noon December 25: Closed December 26: Open at 9:00 December 31: Close at 5:00 January 1: Closed Library: December 22: 10:00-5:00 December 23-25: Closed December 26: 9:00-5:00 December 27: […]
C. Bascom Slemp President Trump recently named Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney as his acting Chief of Staff. Having worked with Mick when he represented South Carolina in the House of Representatives, I think the President has made a good choice. Earlier in the search process, attention focused on a current colleague […]
Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery will host a free Christmas Open House on Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Join us for an evening of festivities and traditions as we enjoy and explore our Christmas traditions. The event will highlight the special exhibit, “Christmas Through the Years,” which takes visitors through nearly […]
Winter Storm “Diego” is expected to bring significant snowfall to our region and Radford City Officials have already begun preparations for the storm, but with every significant snowfall event snow removal becomes complex. To help citizens better understand the snow removal process, we have put together answers to frequently asked questions. How does Radford decide […]
The Radford Public Library hosts the City of Radford 2018 Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 4, 2018. Join us for an evening of cookies by Radford Coffee Company, crafts, photos with Santa, festivities, and, of course, the lighting of the Radford’s holiday tree! Featuring performances by: • Blacksburg Children’s Chorale with Radford Satellite Choir […]
The Radford City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying any persons involved in an altercation where a firearm was discharged. On Sunday December 02, 2018 at approximately 5:08 AM the Radford City Police Department responded to the 1200 Block of Fairfax Street for a report of a subject firing a handgun […]
The Glencoe Mansion will host a special ticketed Christmas event on Thursday, December 6, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. “Our Christmas Traditions” will take participants through the history of Christmas customs from the Civil War era to the 1990s. Participation is $35 per person, with proceeds going to help the Glencoe Mansion, Museum and […]
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Come and Celebrate the birth of Christ on Friday December 7th at 6:30 pm. It will be a […]
Radford’s Holiday Parade, themed the “Radford Hometown Holidays-Past, Present, Future”, will take place on Saturday, December 1 at 11:00 AM. The parade route will line-up on East Main Street between Tyler Avenue and University Drive Bridge and proceed westward along Main Street to the Central Square Shopping Center.
The Women’s Bible Study of First Baptist Church, 555 West Rock Road, Radford, VA, will host a Christmas Bazaar at the church beginning on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will be many homespun crafts that are ideal for […]
City Offices: Wednesday, November 21: Closed Thursday, November 22: Closed Friday, November 23: Closed Radford Public Library: Wednesday, November 21: Early Closing, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday, November 22: Closed Friday, November 23: Closed Recreation Center: Wednesday, November 21: Closing at 5:00 PM Thursday, November 22: Closed Friday, November 23: Open Regular Hours Sanitation […]
The Department of Housing and Community Development is partnering with the City of Radford to bring local business owners a free hospitality training – Delivering Memorable Experiences Downtown – on Tuesday, December 4 from 8:30a-11:30a in the Training Room at NRVCS located at 401 West Main Street. The free workshop will be led by Dr. Vincent Magnini, […]
On November 18, 2018 at approximately 10:22 p.m., Radford City Police, Fire, and EMS were called to the area of Walker and Ninth Street for a vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers found an unoccupied 2006 Chevrolet Impala and a downed utility pole carrying electric lines. Investigation revealed that the vehicle was traveling south on Walker […]
