News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
APCo seeks rate increase again
Appalachian Power Company (APCo) has filed a request with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) seeking recovery of investments in transmission infrastructure, operating costs and […]
Winter is Coming: New Thermal Shelter Options in the New River Valley
As temperatures drop, thermal shelters offer a secure, heated space with basic necessities and overnight support for adults. For several years, New River Community Action’s […]
Floyd C4 Program
The Floyd County Economic Development Authority (EDA) recently held its eleventh annual Floyd C4: Creators, Curriculum, Coaches, Challenge program. Participants received training in marketing, financial planning, product […]
Drivers Should Be Alert For Slick Roads
As snow makes its way across Virginia early this week, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) wants drivers to keep their guards up for slick […]
Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON TODAY… * WHAT…Freezing rain. Ice accumulations around two tenths of an inch. * WHERE…Portions of north central […]
Governor’s Order for the Commonwealth of Virginia
In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth […]
12/6-7: Winterfest & Festival of Trees
Join us in celebrating one of the Floyd Center for the Arts’ most beloved and longest-standing traditions — Winterfest & the Festival of Trees! Now […]
Democrats collecting for pets
The Pulaski Democrats will collect pet food at their Wednesday, Dec. 3, meeting to donate to the Pulaski County Animal Shelter and the Humane Society […]
Winter Weather Advisory Overnight
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EST TUESDAY… * WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected, with a majority of the precipitation expected […]
12/3: Joseph Habedank Christmas Concert
Joseph Habedank Christmas Concert – This Wednesday in Pearisburg – First United Methodist Church – Dec 3 – 7 PM Hi friends! We are excited […]
Winter Weather Advisory for Sunday
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO NOON EST SUNDAY… * WHAT…Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations of less than a tenth of […]
Medicaid Expansion: Promises Made, Promises Not Kept
In multiple newsletters this year, I outlined important policies Republicans advanced in the reconciliation bill from this summer. I also outlined inconsistencies with Democratic Party […]