Blacksburg, VA: Dangerous Wind Chills Expected Tuesday Morning
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Blacksburg, Virginia – A blast of Arctic air is expected to move into the Mid-Atlantic early this week, bringing dangerously cold wind chills to portions of southwest Virginia and the Appalachian Mountains,...
Appalachians Weather Alert: Heavy Snow Chance Jan 24–30 in Asheville, Roanoke, and Morgantown
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Asheville, North Carolina – A prolonged late-January winter pattern could bring accumulating snow and dangerous travel conditions across much of the Appalachian region, particularly in higher elevations...
New data shows homeschooling on the rise in Central Virginia
(WSET) — Homeschool enrollment continues to rise across the Commonwealth. According to data from the Virginia Department of Education, homeschooling increased about 5.4% percent statewide this year and is up around 50% since 2020. Locally, Lynchburg City Schools saw the most significant change. The number of...
Multi-vehicle crash on I-81S in Montgomery County cleared
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. – UPDATE:. As of 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, the crash has cleared and all lanes have reopened. If you’re driving south on Interstate 81 in Montgomery County, expect delays. The Virginia Department of Transportation is reporting a multi-vehicle crash at the 119.6 mile marker. As...
9 Underrated Spots In Virginia Where Sandwiches Steal The Show
Virginia has plenty of famous food spots that get all the attention, but some of the best sandwiches in the state are hiding in places most people overlook. From cozy neighborhood cafes to family-run delis tucked into quiet corners, these underrated gems serve up sandwiches that are worth every bite.
Man charged with DUI after striking 9-year-old with his vehicle, Roanoke police say
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — A man was arrested after allegedly hitting a nine-year-old girl with his vehicle, sending her to the hospital, according to Roanoke police. 23-year-old Jarret Paul Wood, of Roanoke, was arrested and charged with a DUI following a crash that sent a nine-year-old to the hospital, according to the...
Roanoke County residents encouraged to review updated FEMA flood maps and submit appeals before...
Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke County residents are being urged to examine new preliminary flood maps recently released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which may affect whether homeowners are required to purchase flood insurance. These updated maps, hosted on FEMA’s Region 3 Flood Map Changes...
Roanoke residents invited to grand opening of new 15,000-square-foot Wasena Skatepark and Pump Track
Roanoke, Virginia – The city of Roanoke prepares to officially open a brand-new recreational feature in Wasena Park. Residents are invited to join the ribbon cutting for the new skatepark and pump track on January 30, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, located at 1001 Winchester Avenue SW in the heart of Roanoke’s Wasena...
One man killed, another wounded in SE Roanoke shooting
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - One man is dead and another is being treated for life-threatening injuries after a shooting Sunday morning, according to Roanoke Police. About 1:30 a.m. January 18, 2026, officers were called to the 200 block of Williamson Road SE. They found the victims in a parking lot and have opened a...
Roanoke County to observe MLK National Day of Service with closures and service changes
Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke County has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service. Trash Pickup and Transportation Services Affected. Roanoke County officials have confirmed that trash collection will be delayed...
