News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Vetoes Focused on Public Safety & Protecting Consumers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today vetoed legislation that would threaten Virginians’ personal property, require Virginians to pay a new fee on all mattress purchases, and make […]
4/25: Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop
Seats are filling up quickly for Montgomery Museum’s Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop on Saturday, April 25 from 1 – 3:30pm! Quilters and painters Sharon […]
Police Respond to Domestic Dispute
On Sunday, April 12 at approximately 7:39 p.m., Christiansburg Police received a dispatch call to the 300 block of Miller St. SE for a domestic […]
Route 8 Pipe Replacement
On Monday, April 13, an overnight pipe replacement will be performed on Route 8 (Riner Road) at the intersection with Route 673 (Camp Carysbrook Road) […]
Governor Vetoes Bill to Legalize Skill Games
Governor Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation that would legalize skill gaming. Amid the expansion of gaming over the last decade, Governor Spanberger reiterated that Virginia continues […]
Impacts of Illegal Immigration
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 The reversal of Biden-Harris open border policies after January 20, 2025, helps protect American […]
Fatal accident in Montgomery County
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00On 04/11/2026 at approximately 10 am, Deputies from Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office along with Montgomery […]
Work Zone Cameras Now in Operation
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Virginia’s work zone speed safety cameras are live — and here’s why they matter. In […]
New public safety laws enacted
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation into law to support law enforcement and first responders, keep Virginians safe online and in their communities, and protect kids, […]
4/11: Sassafras Bluegrass Band
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00The music of Sassafras Bluegrass Band will be featured during New River Community College’s Concert […]
New Bills Address Housing, Healthcare, & Utility Costs
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare, and utilities […]
New bills address invasive plants
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Governor Abigail Spanberger this week signed four bills advancing invasive plant management across Virginia, marking […]