News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Weather Outlook 8/20
A cold front will move into the area later this afternoon, causing thunderstorms to develop, lasting into this evening. Some storms will be capable of […]
The British Attack Long Island
In the summer of 1776, America had declared its independence, but independence was far from secure. The British were determined to crush the rebellion, and […]
Freedom First Awards for Affordable Housing Efforts
Freedom First has awarded $40,000 to three organizations advancing affordable housing efforts in the region. Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County, Lynchburg Covenant Fellowship, and […]
Weather Outlook 8/18
The flash flooding threat for later this week is increasing. A stalled frontal boundary will sit along the East Coast, keeping unsettled weather in place […]
Executive Order to Improve Emergency Preparedness
Governor Abigail Spanberger today issued Executive Order 19 initiating a comprehensive modernization of Virginia’s emergency preparedness systems and establishing a Unified Readiness Framework as the […]
Grants to Support Local Food & Farming
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the award of 14 Governor’s Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development (AFID) Fund Infrastructure Grants to support projects that will establish […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for 8/17
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 590 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1000 PM EDT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE BLAND, CARROLL, FLOYD, FRANKLIN, GILES, GRAYSON, […]
Sunflower Festival Dates for 2026
Buchanan, Va – Have you ever wondered what the largest sunflower festival and vendor show on the East Coast looks like? Now is your chance to […]
Weather Outlook for 8/17
One more day of active weather is expected today, before a brief reprieve through midweek. Afternoon storms will once again be capable of producing damaging […]
Weekly traffic alert for 8/14-21
The following is a list of forecasted highway projects that may impact traffic traveling in the 12-county Salem Transportation District this week. Work schedules and […]
8/23: Meet Joy Powers at Democrats Picnic
Pulaski Democrats will hold their annual picnic on Sunday, August 23, at 4:30 p.m. at the Dublin High School Alumni Memorial shelter at Randolph Park. […]
Weather Outlook for 8/16
Today will be an active day, as severe storms and flash flooding are both concerns. Afternoon storms will be capable of producing damaging winds and […]