News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Governor Signs First Bill Supporting Dairy Farmers
Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed his first piece of legislation into law in a small ceremony in the Capitol. H.B. 828, introduced by Delegate Tony
Patchy Black Ice Possible
Precipitation that fell today is expected to refreeze tonight into Monday morning. Temperatures will fall into the teens and lower 20s overnight. This could result
What Republicans Are For, Part II: Improving Health Care
In a previous column, I responded to President Biden’s challenge to identify what Republicans are for. In this column, I will continue to lay out
Snow expected this weekend
With winter weather anticipated to impact western Virginia this weekend, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is warning drivers to be alert to the possibility
Increased fire danger this afternoon
A dry airmass, breezy conditions, and low fuel moistures together will produce an increased fire danger threat this afternoon. Relative humidity values will drop into
02/12: Old Time Dance at Floyd Country Store
Join us on Saturday, February 12, 2022 for an Old Time Dance with The New Ballards Branch Bogtrotters. Come hit the dance floor at The
Governor Statement on Senate Bill 739
Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement following the Senate of Virginia’s final passage of bill SB739, introduced by Senator Siobhan Dunnavant, R-Henrico, which
RSVP Honors Veterans for Valentine’s Day
Every year, volunteers of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Montgomery County and Radford participate in the National Salute to Veteran Patients by crafting
614 NRCC students on President’s & Dean’s Lists
In recognition of their academic excellence during the fall 2021 semester, 614 New River Community College students have been placed on the President’s List and
Governor Youngkin on Senate Passage of Bill 656
Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the passage of Senate Bill 656, introduced by Senator Siobhan Dunnavant, R-Henrico, on a vote of
Griffith Speaks About the Fentanyl Crisis
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) last night spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives about stopping the fentanyl crisis. He called on Congress
Victory for parents and children statewide
Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement on State Senator Chap Petersen’s Amendment to Senator Siobhan Dunnavant’s SB739, adopted 29-9, creating a parental opt-out