ACSO investigating robbery of Staunton jewelry store
STAUNTON, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate last month’s robbery of a jewelry store in Staunton. On December 1st at around 1:30am, Lieutenant Leslie Snyder reports the suspects broke through the back wall of “The Velvet Case” located on 54 Rowe Road and cut through the...
UPDATE: Arrests Made at Home Depot Parking Lot in Harrisonburg
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) – UPDATE (12/30): Original reports indicated that shortly before 10 am, authorities were alerted to an out-of-state white Toyota Sienna in the Home Depot parking lot on Burgess Road thought to be stolen. Police Captain Chris Monahan now reports that the vehicle turned out to...
Study: Virginia faces $23 million revenue loss due to international student enrollment changes
With college students returning to class after the New Year, international students face heightened uncertainty in Virginia, as ongoing federal actions — including visa bans and disruptions to application processing — have led to a projected $23 million revenue loss for the commonwealth compared to last fall....
Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: Dec 29–January 4, 2025-26
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in...
Charlottesville and Albemarle County begin annual Christmas tree recycling program
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville and Albemarle County have launched their annual Christmas tree recycling program, helping keep thousands of trees out of landfills and giving them a second life as mulch. The program collects more than 2,300 Christmas trees each year, according to Charlottesville Public...
Staunton jewelry store heist under investigation; over $330k in cash, jewels stolen
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - A massive theft at The Velvet Case, a jewelry store in Staunton, has left employees and the store owner stunned and heartbroken, with approximately $300,000 worth of cash and jewelry stolen in November. The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the robbery, with authorities and...
Greene BOS Honors Durrer For 50 Years Of Service
Greene County Board of Supervisors honored one of its own on December 9 when the supervisors presented a resolution and a sealed, green blanket to current Vice-Chair Marie C. Durrer (Midway District). Calling the longtime public servant “my mentor,” current BOS Chair Steve Catalano (Stanardsville) noted Durrer first...
8 Down-to-Earth BBQ Joints in Virginia That People Go Out of Their Way For
In Virginia, some BBQ joints have earned a loyal following because they focus on flavor, consistency, and simple, satisfying meals. These are not flashy restaurants — they’re places where locals and travelers alike know the food will hit exactly the right notes every time. Fans often drive extra...
First Alert: High Winds and Falling Temps
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Happy Monday! Today is a First Alert Weather Day due to the hazardous conditions that come with the high winds. There is a High Wind Warning out for the Blue Ridge Mountains with concerns of winds gusting up to 60 mph. Wind Advisories out for the rest of the viewing area with concerns...
Nelson County announces new Social Services Director
NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Months after Nelson County's Director of Social Services resigned after the dissolution of the department's board, a new director has been announced. In August, ABC13 reported on the Social Services Department in Nelson County after local officials spoke out, saying the department was...
