RICHMOND – More than 100,000 customers have taken advantage of the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) two-year renewal option for driver’s licenses and ID cards. Prior to implementation of this new service in September, these customers would have had to make an appointment to visit…

The Danville Police Department announced that Perla Mendosa, age 13, is missing.

RUSTBURG, VA - On Monday, January 11, 2021, the Campbell County Commonwealth Attorney's Office presented charges to the Grand Jury to indict Codi Shawn Dunbar, age 28, of Lynch Station, VA, on charges stemming from a November 2019 homicide.

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital will start construction this month on a new mother, baby and family unit that will transform the experience moms and families have when delivering their baby. The new space will ensure that the birth experience and first days as a mother include the highest …

Daleville, VA -- The Virginia Cattlemen’s Association (VCA) is pleased to announce that Brandon Reeves has joined the Association as the Executive Director. Mr. Reeves brings a wealth of experience in both cattle and legislative issues to his new role.

RICHMOND – Around 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening, a Sussex I State Prison inmate seriously injured a sergeant at the Waverly, Virginia facility. The male sergeant, who has more than 20 years of service with the Department of Corrections, sustained six non-life threatening stab wounds to the hand…

At its Jan. 8 meeting, the Region 2000 Service Authority unanimously voted to authorize the retainer of attorney Jeremy Carroll to represent the Authority in a pending lawsuit regarding the distribution of excess revenue funds. The funds in question amount to more than $2.5 million.

Hurt Town Council convened for the first monthly business meeting of its 2021-22 term on Tuesday, January 5.

US Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknick died shortly after responding to the riot that took place in the US Capitol Building on January 6.

My buddy Pete and I were going ice fishing when we got done working for the week. I bought the three extra tip-ups from Pete he had. This time I was going to use my own tip-ups instead of sharing with Pete. What we did was set out six tip-ups and kept our eyes on them. I guess you can say it…

Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) is a hardy perennial grown for its pungent roots which are long and narrow, sometimes to two-feet long. Grow horseradish as an annual, in the second year the roots can become tough and fibrous. Horseradish is best grown in containers; it spreads readily and …

The Tribble family has been serving food to the Brookneal community for almost 20 years. “My wife owned a small catering business while I farmed,” says Sonny Buck owner Wayne Tribble. Angela Tribble’s catering business, A&E Catering, has also been in the community for almost 20 years. Th…

Liberty University is suing Governor Ralph Northam and State Council of Higher Education of Virginia (SCHEV) Director Peter Blake in their official capacities for amending the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG) to make online students ineligible to receive funding through the program.

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Campbell County Public Schools (CCPS) were short 15 bus drivers this week. CCPS Director of Operations Tim Hoden said some drivers were unable to drive because of COVID-19, but that the temporary absences happened “For various reasons, not all COVID-related.”

Five electric cooperatives in Virginia and Maryland have announced the creation of an innovative association of broadband cooperatives to help bring world-class internet service to underserved rural areas.

(DANVILLE, Va.)  -- The Pittsylvania-Danville and Southside health districts are working to ensure the vaccination of the prioritized groups as defined by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and adopted by Virginia Disaster …

RUSTBURG, VA - At approximately 1:50 a.m. on January 5, 2021, Campbell County Public Safety Dispatch received a call for service from the occupants of a residence located on Red House Road.  The occupants reported a housefire, and requested assistance.

A pedestrian was killed in a fatal Halifax County crash on January 6.

A mob breached the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. yesterday to protest the counting of electoral votes in the Senate.

RUSTBURG, VA - It’s that time of year when the temperatures drop to a bitter low. During the winter months, we tend to spend more time at home with our family and loved ones, so what better way to protect them than by making sure your home is protected from any fire hazards.

Governor Ralph Northam tweeted at 3:29 p.m. today that he would be sending members of the Virginia National Guard and 200 state troopers to Washington, D.C. to help quell unrest in the capitol.

RICHMOND – If your organization’s passion is making a difference in your community and you want to save lives, consider applying for a highway safety grant from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Grants allow law enforcement agencies, non-profit organizations, state and local g…

ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Virginia Ready Initiative (VA Ready), a 501(c)(3) public-private partnership dedicated to retraining unemployed Virginians and helping them secure in-demand positions, announced today that it has received a two-year grant of $50,000 from the Richmond-based Richard S. Rey…

RICHMOND, VA – On Friday, January 8, 2021, Dr. Anthony Fauci will speak about the COVID-19 vaccine in a virtual event co-sponsored by the Governor’s Office, the Virginia Department of Health, VCU Massey Cancer Center and faith leaders from the “Facts & Faith Fridays” group. Facts & F…

Lynchburg, VA - United Way of Central Virginia (UWCV) announced today their Early Education Initiative, Smart Beginnings Central Virginia (SBCV), has received a $1.25 million dollar grant from the Virginia Early Childhood Foundation (VECF) to increase access to childcare, and support safe, a…

RICHMOND – Eligible Virginians may now apply for a driver privilege card at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Applications will be accepted by appointment only; appointments can be made at dmvNOW.com/appt.

RICHMOND - To allow customers to plan ahead, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is publishing the 2021 coal calibration inspection calendar. Inspections and calibrations are done by appointment only to save customers time. With appointments, trucks can usually be inspected in a …

On Saturday, December 5, 2020, Heather Mayberry was awarded Nurse of the Year by the Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) for her work with the COVID pandemic at Centra. Heather collaborated with the Infection Control Teams and developed policy and procedure for how to care for not only patient…

An Altavista native died in a single-vehicle crash on December 28 in Pittsylvania County.

The Lynchburg Police Department is searching for a suspect after an armed robbery that occurred at the Marathon Quick-E Food Store on Fort Avenue on December 30. 

I do enjoy sweet potatoes and just a plain baked sweet potato with some butter.  The taste is so good it doesn’t need all that sweet stuff in my opinion.  It has commonly been thought that it was Columbus who first brought the sweet potato from the Caribbean to Europe but the sweet potato ha…

It won’t be that long before the lakes are full of fishermen once again. The DGIF are crossbreeding bass. I was reading online and wanted to share what they have going on.

RUSTBURG, VA - On December 25, 2020 at approximately 12:30 a.m., the Campbell County Department of Public Safety E-911 Center received multiple calls of a residential fire at 46 Spruce Lane in Lynchburg.  Callers reported an occupant was possibly trapped inside