News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Weather Alert for 6/22
WEATHER ALERT: Severe Storm & Flood Threat Today! Conditions will shift dramatically this afternoon as a weather disturbance tracks across the area ahead of a […]
Weather Outlook for 6/22
Scattered storms Monday afternoon and evening could be strong to severe. Damaging winds and localized flooding are the main threats.
First Juneteenth celebration for state employees
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday hosted Virginia’s inaugural Juneteenth celebration for state employees, entitled Commemorating Juneteenth: Remembering the Past, Honoring the Present, Looking […]
Response to Historic Drought Conditions
In response to the historic drought conditions creating challenges for communities and farmers across Virginia, Governor Spanberger today — in coordination with the Virginia Drought […]
Celebrating the Nation’s 250th Birthday: Part 1
America’s 250th anniversary is an exciting time for Virginia communities and the United States. Because this is truly a big deal, I will dedicate two columns […]
Colonel John Walter Ripley Awarded Medal of Honor
U.S. President Donald J. Trump posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor to Colonel John Walter Ripley of Radford, Virginia. Colonel Ripley, who served in the […]
Teen Missing from Narrows
16-year-old Kameron Cromer is missing from Narrows, Virginia and was last seen on June 15, 2026. He was wearing a black shirt, tan sweatpants, and […]
6/19: 2026 Summer Solstice Fest
Summer Solstice Fest will feature live music, food, arts, 45+ craft vendors, Kids Zone, performances, the Downtown Sundown 5K and more! Schedule of Events: • […]
Juneteenth Remembrance & Community Gathering
Historic Smithfield presents their Annual Juneteenth Remembrance & Community Gathering on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Merry Oak. This gathering honors the more than […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Until Noon
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 350 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1200 PM EDT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE ALBEMARLE ALLEGHANY AMHERST APPOMATTOX AUGUSTA BATH […]
Photo sharing invited at photo club meeting
The Radford Photo Club will meet on Thursday, June 25, at the Radford Public Library at 6 p.m. Those attending are invited to share up […]
Power interruptions likely with incoming storms
Appalachian Power Company (APCo) is preparing for a line of strong storms with gusty winds that could cause service interruptions. The company’s meteorology team forecasts […]