News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Work Zone Cameras Now in Operation
Virginia’s work zone speed safety cameras are live — and here’s why they matter. In 2024, speeding caused 1,143 crashes in Virginia work zones. Seven […]
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
The music of Sassafras Bluegrass Band will be featured during New River Community College’s Concert Series event on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Music will begin […]
New Bills Address Housing, Healthcare, & Utility Costs
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare, and utilities across the Commonwealth. The Governor signed bills into law to […]
New bills address invasive plants
Governor Abigail Spanberger this week signed four bills advancing invasive plant management across Virginia, marking a significant step toward protecting the Commonwealth’s lands, waters and […]
Governor Spanberger Signs Employment Bills
Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed into law legislation to incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour, secure stronger wages for Virginians who […]
The Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge
A little after midnight on February 27, 1776, about 800 Loyalist men wearing their Scottish Tartans came through the swampy woods clutching their weapons. The […]
Inaugural Pulaski MTN-X Gravel Bike Race
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment today announced the first annual Pulaski MTN-X, a premier gravel cycling event set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Pulaski […]
Governor Vetoes Proposed Fairfax County Casino
Governor Abigail Spanberger today vetoed legislation that would require the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to call a referendum vote on a casino in Tysons […]
Griffith Statement on VT President Sands Stepping Down
Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced that he will step down from his position as president in the coming months. […]
Griffith Statement on U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
According to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, the United States of America has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The […]
Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of a one year-old from Georgia. On Monday evening, April 6, shortly after 4:00pm, Montgomery […]