Heavy snow, heavy sleet and freezing rain expected in Virginia this weekend
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The biggest winter storm in years will hit Virginia this weekend. All precipitation in the ABC13 area, whether you are in Roanoke, Rustburg, Naruna, or Nelson County, begins as snow. Details:. PRECIPITATION ORDER:. “Light” snow, “wet” snow, then sleet pellets, then freezing rain. It’s...
Albemarle’s real estate assessments increase an average 6.17%
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Albemarle County’s teal estate assessment climbed by the third highest percentage in the last 13 years of increases, according to a presentation to the Board of Supervisors by County Assessor Peter Lynch. Albemarle County’s assessor presented the news to the Board of...
Housefire displaces ‘numerous’ in Greene County
GREENE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - A housefire in Greene County displaced ‘numerous occupants’ Thursday morning, January 22, after flames engulfed the roof of a home on Locust Lane, Stanardsvile Volunteer Fire Department said. The department’s crews, along with first responders from Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company, Dyke...
UVA researchers find element from kidney disease that poisons the heart
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Researchers at UVA Health and Mount Sinai have unlocked why more than half the people with chronic kidney disease ultimately die of cardiovascular issues. Uta Erdbrügger, MD, an internal medicine physician-scientist with the University of Virginia School of Medicine’s Division...
Winter Storm Watch issued from Saturday afternoon into Monday morning
CHARLOTTESVIILE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from 4 p.m. Saturday until 4 a.m. Monday. The weather service says heavy snow possibly mixed with sleet and freezing rain will fall on the area with at least five inches of snow and over 10 inches possible, with more...
What to expect with winter storm watch in effect for northwest Virginia
A winter storm watch is in effect from 4 p.m. Saturday afternoon through 4 a.m. Monday for central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia, according to the National Weather Service . Heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain is possible. There is a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow, with over 10...
Winter storm prompts American Airlines to waive change fees at Virginia airports
NORFOLK, Va. — As a major winter storm threatens the southern U.S. this weekend, American Airlines is giving travelers flying out of Virginia a break on flight change fees. Passengers scheduled to travel from Norfolk (ORF), Richmond (RIC), Charlottesville (CHO), or Roanoke (ROA) between January 23 and 25 can...
Strike Out Stress bowling tournament returns in January to support mental health programs
The Austin Germani Memorial Fund will host its second annual Strike Out Stress Bowling Tournament on January 29th, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at River City Roll, located at 939 Myers Street. The event is designed as both a community fundraiser and a mental health awareness effort in memory...
These 10 Virginia Coffee Shops Are Where Locals Start Their Mornings
Morning rituals in Virginia are serious business, and coffee is the unshakable centerpiece. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, locals have their go-to spots where the baristas know their orders by heart and the vibe feels just right. These aren’t just places to grab caffeine on the...
‘Extreme risk’ for snowstorm in Augusta County region of Virginia
It is looking like a major storm with snow and ice will affect Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. A winter storm is set to spread heavy snow and ice from Texas through the Carolinas and mid-Atlantic states to the northeast starting Friday, according to...
