2025 Christmas parades in Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta County and beyond
Christmas parades are coming to get us into the holiday spirit and create childhood memories for our families that last a lifetime. We bundle up, bring chairs and blankets, and someone is always nearby selling a cup of hot chocolate. Parade participants dressed in costumes throw candy to the children as they walk by...
Gang member sentenced to 20 years in federal prison on drug, gun charges
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - A gang member tied to Sureno 13 was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Harrisonburg on Wednesday for selling methamphetamine and possessing firearms. The man, Hector Espinosa, 37, of Stephens City, was sentenced to 240 months, or 20 years, in federal prison, according to a release...
CPD finds person of interest in Dashad “Sage” Smith case
CHARLOTTESVILLE (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) — On the 13th anniversary of Dashad “Sage” Smith’s disappearance, Charlottesville police chief Michael Kochis revealed that detectives had found and interviewed Erik McFadden, a longtime person of interest in the case who had been missing since 2019, during a press conference on...
Exposing the Fake Violinist: A Scam Uncovered in Pantops
A man has been spotted frequently in the Pantops area, specifically around the Food Lion or Giant area, posing as a violinist. However, it has been revealed that the music he appears to be playing is actually a recording. A passerby managed to identify the song being played using the music identification app, Shazam,...
Waynesboro restaurant operator jailed on embezzlement charges
WAYNESBORO — A Waynesboro restaurant operator, already in legal trouble after being hit with several charges last summer, now finds himself behind bars after recently being indicted on additional charges. Calvin "Trey" Wilkerson III, 40, of Crozet, is being held without bond at Middle River Regional Jail in Verona....
New Paws, New Love: Adopt Dogs Today in Charlottesville, VA
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around charlottesville.
Waynesboro bed and breakfast receives grant for marketing (5 p.m.)
WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) - The Bowman House was awarded a $5,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program.
Charlottesville community leaders host safety dialogue
Community leaders invited the community to speak their minds and have a real conversation about safety on at Charlottesville High School.
Wintergreen : US Army National Guard Conducting Helicopter Hoist Training – Thursday 11.19.25
“The US Army National Guard will be conducting annual helicopter hoist training tomorrow. Between the hours of 9AM and 3PM you may observe two Blackhawk helicopters flying low and slow, hovering, and raising/lowering personnel. There will be two landing zones used. The main zone is located on Beech Grove Road, and...
A rabid cat was captured along the Rivanna Trail, prompting a health warning
Have you or your pets come into contact with an aggressive black cat along the Rivanna Trail on Nov. 3 or 4? YThe Blue Ridge Health District want you to get in touch — there was a confirmed case of a cat with rabies. According to the Virginia Department...

















