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Five men arrested following narcotics investigation and pursuit in Henry County
Read full article: Five men arrested following narcotics investigation and pursuit in Henry CountyFive men were arrested in Henry County on Tuesday following a narcotics investigation that led to a pursuit, Henry County Sheriffโs Office said.
โThrow, Donโt Goโ: Lifesaving tips for boating emergencies
Read full article: โThrow, Donโt Goโ: Lifesaving tips for boating emergenciesThe Department of Wildlife Resources is urging safe boating ahead of the Fourth of July: avoid alcohol, wear life jackets, and remember, "throw, donโt go."
Stay safe on the water: Essential boating tips ahead of the holiday weekend
Read full article: Stay safe on the water: Essential boating tips ahead of the holiday weekendThese sunny days are giving people the itch to head outside and get in and on the water, and with Memorial Day weekend coming up, Smith Mountain Lake is expecting the crowds.
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Authorities identify West Virginia kayaker found dead along New River in Giles County
Read full article: Authorities identify West Virginia kayaker found dead along New River in Giles CountyAuthorities are investigating what led up to the death of a West Virginia man who was kayaking along the New River in Giles County, according to the Department of Wildlife Resources.
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Virginia delays collection of new boat fee until July 2022
Read full article: Virginia delays collection of new boat fee until July 2022ROANOKE, Va. โ Some of you out there planning to go on a boat ride this year will now be able to keep some extra money in your wallet. The Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) announced Thursday that itโs extending the start date of a new boat ramp fee. The $23 annual fee, or $4 daily fee, was originally enacted on January 1 for people without a boating registration, fishing license, hunting license or access permit. By extending the feeโs start date to July 1, 2022, DWR said it now has the chance to talk with stakeholders and decide the best way to fund recreational access sites without putting economic pressures on outfitters, education providers and others. DWR hopes to meet with stakeholders within the next few months and then issue a report of the groupโs findings by December 1.
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Whatโs News Today: School changes, Bedford groundbreaking
Read full article: Whatโs News Today: School changes, Bedford groundbreakingThe Bedford County Board of Supervisors could pass a resolution, opposing new boat launch fee. Students in Wythe County will return to in-person instruction, five days a week, starting today. The school board vote for the change earlier this month. Fourth graders, who were on a hybrid schedule, will return to school five days a week, starting today. The Pulaski County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing tonight about a proposed solar farm near Dublin.
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One person dead, another hurt after canoe overturns on Dan River
Read full article: One person dead, another hurt after canoe overturns on Dan RiverDANVILLE, Va. โ One person is dead and another is hurt after a canoe overturned on the Dan River, police said. Danville Police Department Capt. Authorities said the grandson was treated by the Danville Life Saving Crew before he was taken to a local hospital. The life saving crew located and recovered Reynoldsโ body via rescue boat. Along with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, the Danville life saving crew, police department and fire department all responded to this incident.