GCSO nabs Ruckersville man on felony hunting / drug charges
A Greene County man has been charged with a pair of felonies after Greene Sheriff’s Office deputies detained him Sunday near the intersection of Entry Run and Taylor Mountain roads in Stanardsville. On routine patrol the deputy observed a vehicle previously connected with a spotlighting complaint,. The vehicle...
Staunton Police extradites suspect on indecent liberties
The Staunton Police Department announced the extradition of Jeziel Marinnavarrete from San Bernardino California. On November 19th Marinnavarrete was arrested and transported with assistance from the United States Marshals Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force. He is being charged with one count of taking...
Finding My Place at UVA: A First-Year International Student’s Perspective
Choosing the University of Virginia was a deeply personal decision for me. I’m from Manila, Philippines, and I attended International School Manila, where I completed the International Baccalaureate program. From an early age, I knew I wanted to study abroad, and UVA immediately caught my attention. UVA has always...
Sunny & Pleasant Start, More Rain On The Horizon
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. It’s cold start to the work and school day. Sunshine, and a southerly wind will warm temperatures into the upper 50s, and low 60s this afternoon. Clouds will begin to thicken tonight, ahead of our next storm system. Tuesday will feature periods of rain and cooler...
13 Virginia Restaurants Serving Big Flavor On A Small Budget
Eating out in Virginia doesn’t have to drain your wallet. From crispy bagels to sizzling tacos, the Old Dominion State is packed with restaurants that serve incredible food without the hefty price tag. Whether you’re craving comfort food or exploring new flavors, these spots prove that delicious meals and...
To the Man Whose Two Pit Bulls Were Running Free in Pen Park
A recent post on social media has sparked a heated discussion among local residents. The post, originating from a concerned citizen, calls out an individual who has been repeatedly allowing his two pit bulls to run loose at Pen Park. The park, a popular spot for families with young children, is not an appropriate...
Harrisonburg Police Department seeking public’s assistance in identifying man
HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Harrisonburg Police Department (HPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man. According to a post on the department’s social media page, on November 18 at around 3:00 am, the man entered a business on E. Market Street and stole multiple items.
Erik McFadden, a person of interest in the 2012 disappearance of Sage Smith from...
It has been 13 years since 19-year-old Sage Smith vanished from Charlottesville, Virginia, on November 20, 2012. Dateline first featured her story in our ‘Missing in America’ series in 2018. Last week, on the anniversary of her disappearance, the Charlottesville Police Department held a press conference about the...
Charlottesville Resident Recovers Speech After Advanced Tongue Cancer Treatment
Karren Tyler, a resident of Charlottesville, Virginia, was diagnosed with tongue cancer in 2024. She first noticed a small spot on her tongue. Her local doctor initially said it was likely harmless. However, a biopsy later confirmed it was cancer. Doctors discussed the possibility of a glossectomy, which is the...
Unannounced Police Presence in County Elementary Schools Raises Concerns
Recently, a series of events have sparked a discussion in the community regarding the presence of police officers in county elementary schools. A police officer has been introduced in multiple schools as a "new member of the school community." These officers are not School Resource Officers (SROs) and it has been...
