Surrounding Counties

Mint Spring Park closed after Helene in 2024

4 days ago

Fewer Atlantic basin hurricanes forecasted

AccuWeather predicts 3-5 storms will impact the U.S., and 1-2 storms will become major hurricanes.

CPD K-9 Blue

2 weeks ago

CPD mourning death of K-9 Blue at his handler’s Greene Co. residence

The K-9 was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive inside a CPD police car Sunday evening, and State Police are now investigating.

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2 weeks ago

UVA Health Blue Ridge Poison Center reports nationwide increase in liver injuries from medication

Researchers are concerned about youth suicide attempts and older person pain relief overdoses.

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2 weeks ago

Former FluCo pharmacist charged with stealing liquid opioid

Joshua Joseph Walden is accused of stealing the drug and replacing it with water.

2 weeks ago

Area schools set to open Wednesday

New school buildings are opening in both the city and county.

3 weeks ago

Severe storms bring down trees, cause power outages around region

Tens of thousands without power in central Virginia and the Valley

Monticello High School

3 weeks ago

Families making mental and physical preparations on the weekend before school starts

UVA Health child psychologist said anxiety is normal for children before school starts

3 weeks ago

Gov. Spanberger announces intervention in Dominion Energy-NextEra merger

Spanberger is expected to push for certain assurances from Dominion as it goes before the State Corporation Commission for approval of the deal.

4 weeks ago

Badge of humor: Nelson Co. Sheriff connecting with community

Sheriff Mark Embrey said the department has added about 6,000 followers since it infused humor into its social media posts.

4 weeks ago

Drought conditions have not improved locally

Rain forecast every day next week will have impact on reservoirs right now around 90%, but extent of help is not known

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4 weeks ago

PVCC course addresses area dental hygienist shortage

Virginia Dental Association finds the state has 6,515 dentists in the workforce compared to 5,372 dental hygienists, a ratio that can delay patient care. 

Tenaska air permit open house

1 month ago

Residents express health concerns during Tenaska open house

While strict regular monitoring would be implemented at power station, the closest DEQ air monitoring station is at Albemarle High School.

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