Botetourt County traffic stop leads to drug trafficking arrests
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- Two people were arrested on drug trafficking charges following a traffic stop near I-81 in Botetourt County. It happened on Friday, April 17, near exit 156, according to a press release from the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office. Agents with the James River Regional Drug Task Force worked with deputies with the […]
Gov. Spanberger signs bipartisan student bills in Roanoke on 100th day
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Governor Spanberger is set to make a stop in the Star City to sign a dozen bipartisan bills for the success of the next generation of Virginian students. The event is to honor Spanberger’s 100th day in office. State, local and education leaders will be by her side to expand economic […]
Deceased individual found in Blacksburg, police say narcotics suspected
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The Blacksburg Police Department is investigating the death of an individual on Saturday, April 25. Blacksburg Police Department (BPD) responded to a call around 9:00 p.m. regarding the well-being of a resident located at 1404 Giles Road. The responding officers found the occupant to be deceased, BPD says. Police obtained a […]
Protesters gather at Gov. Spanberger event over Botetourt County data center
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — While Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger was in Roanoke on Monday, signing bills, her visit also drew protests. Protesters traveled from Botetourt County, where a new Google data center was recently approved. They say they are concerned about the impact of Virginia’s data center sales tax exemption.
Salem slumps in Sunday series finale to Fredericksburg, 7-0
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - The Salem RidgeYaks (10–11) fell into an early hole and couldn’t recover from a Fredericksburg Nationals (14–7) offensive surge, dropping a 7–0 decision Sunday afternoon at Carilion Clinic Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark. With the loss, Fredericksburg claimed the series outright, winning...
No tax increases proposed in new Christiansburg budget
A public hearing on the budget will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The post No tax increases proposed in new Christiansburg budget appeared first on Cardinal News .
Salem City Council to receive school division’s $68 million budget
The school board’s fiscal year 2027 budget would increase 8% over the current year. The post Salem City Council to receive school division’s $68 million budget appeared first on Cardinal News .
Unattended death investigation underway, Blacksburg police say
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Blacksburg Police Department said they are investigating an unattended death. According to police, at approximately 9 p.m. on Saturday, the Blacksburg Police Department responded to a call regarding the well-being of an individual on Giles Road. Police said the responding officers found that the...
Traffic stops in Rockbridge, Botetourt counties lead to meth charges
ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A traffic stop in Rockbridge County earlier this year led to a drug charge after a second stop months later uncovered more illegal drugs, authorities say. On Feb. 7, special agents with the James River Regional Drug Task Force and deputies from the Rockbridge...
10 Authentic Virginia Eateries That Aren’t Tourist Traps And Locals Actually Love
Let me tell you something about Virginia’s food scene. The best meals never make it onto those glossy visitor guides. They are hiding in plain sight. A 24-hour counter with ten stools where night owls and early risers share chili bowls. A soul food kitchen that feels like Sunday...
