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Former Franklin County Sheriff’s Major sentenced following sexual abuse conviction
Read full article: Former Franklin County Sheriff’s Major sentenced following sexual abuse convictionJustin Sigmon was convicted of sexually abusing a young girl last year. The U.S. district court in the Southern District of Florida sentenced him to 24 months with time served.
Route 220 to reopen following overturned raw milk tanker in Franklin County
Read full article: Route 220 to reopen following overturned raw milk tanker in Franklin CountyA tanker crash in Franklin County spilled over 1,000 gallons of raw milk and 75 gallons of diesel, prompting lane closures and a detour on Route 220.
Franklin County Father Takes Legal Action Against VSP Trooper for Gunpoint Incident in 2022
Read full article: Franklin County Father Takes Legal Action Against VSP Trooper for Gunpoint Incident in 2022A Franklin County father is taking legal action against the Virginia State Police (VSP) and Trooper Timothy Derosha after an incident in December 2022 where he was pulled over and held at gunpoint.
Former Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Major, found guilty of sexually abusing young girl, denied new trial
Read full article: Former Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Major, found guilty of sexually abusing young girl, denied new trialA former major with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, who was found guilty of sexually abusing a young girl, has been denied a new trial, court documents reveal.
Busload of Trouble: Allegations Against Driver Stir Community
Read full article: Busload of Trouble: Allegations Against Driver Stir CommunityFranklin County is reeling as parents call for accountability in the wake of school bus driver Matthew Davis's arrest for alleged sexual misconduct with minors.
Franklin Co. school bus driver arrested and charged for child sex crimes
Read full article: Franklin Co. school bus driver arrested and charged for child sex crimesA Franklin County bus driver was arrested and charged on Monday on charges related to sexual acts with a minor, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Making Waves: YMCA’s Adaptive Swim Program Empowers All Abilities
Read full article: Making Waves: YMCA’s Adaptive Swim Program Empowers All AbilitiesThe Franklin County YMCA's adaptive swim program provides personalized swimming lessons for individuals with neurological and physical disabilities, promoting safety and independence in the water.
Franklin Co. deputies searching for missing 10-year-old girl
Read full article: Franklin Co. deputies searching for missing 10-year-old girlThe Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help in locating a 10-year-old girl who was last seen Monday at about 1 p.m. leaving her home with her grandfather on security footage.
Franklin Co. High School teacher arrested on child sex crimes charges
Read full article: Franklin Co. High School teacher arrested on child sex crimes chargesThe Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Department announced that it had arrested a local high school teacher on charges related to sexual acts with a student.
Ceremonies mark Veterans Day across the region
Read full article: Ceremonies mark Veterans Day across the regionVeterans Day is this Monday, and there are lots of events taking place in Southwest Virginia, starting with the Virginia Veterans Parade this Saturday, November 9, at 11 a.m. in Downtown Roanoke.
Specialized Hospice Care Program Honors and Supports Veterans Facing Terminal Illness
Read full article: Specialized Hospice Care Program Honors and Supports Veterans Facing Terminal IllnessIn Southwest Virginia, a quarter of people with a terminal illness is a veteran, a statistic that highlights the unique challenges many former service members face in their final days.
Whitey Taylor Case Highlights Citizen-Initiated Legal Proceedings
Read full article: Whitey Taylor Case Highlights Citizen-Initiated Legal ProceedingsBoones Mill Mayoral candidate Whitey Taylor faces assault and indecent exposure charges filed by three former employees, raising concerns of election interference.
Want to follow election results like a pro? Here's what to watch in key states
Read full article: Want to follow election results like a pro? Here's what to watch in key statesAs thousands of U.S. counties and towns report vote totals, it can be hard to figure out when the results reported so far will reflect the outcome.
Arrest made in 2013 Franklin County double murder
Read full article: Arrest made in 2013 Franklin County double murderThe man arrested in connection with a double homicide case from 2013 was extradited back to Virginia from North Carolina on Wednesday, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Roanoke man charged with intent to distribute methamphetamine in Franklin County
Read full article: Roanoke man charged with intent to distribute methamphetamine in Franklin CountyA Roanoke City man has been arrested and charged with three felonies after what the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is calling a “consensual encounter” at a business in the Boones Mill area.
Four arrested in connection with Franklin County shooting and other violent incidents
Read full article: Four arrested in connection with Franklin County shooting and other violent incidentsFour men arrested in connection with shooting incidents that took place in Franklin County Aug. 31, 10 News has learned.
Henry County Sheriff’s Office apprehends suspect wanted on multiple offenses
Read full article: Henry County Sheriff’s Office apprehends suspect wanted on multiple offensesThe Henry County Sheriff's office executed a search warrant on Tuesday and apprehended 44-year-old William Kennedy on multiple charges.
Volunteer firefighter killed after three-vehicle crash in Franklin County Wednesday, VSP said
Read full article: Volunteer firefighter killed after three-vehicle crash in Franklin County Wednesday, VSP saidVirginia State Police is investigating a three-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a 43-year-old man Wednesday in Franklin Co.
Two charged after 2-year-old found unresponsive with serious injuries, authorities say
Read full article: Two charged after 2-year-old found unresponsive with serious injuries, authorities sayA man and a woman are in custody after a two-year-old was found injured and unresponsive, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
‘Granny Nanny’ raising funds, awareness for Alzheimer’s on The Longest Day
Read full article: ‘Granny Nanny’ raising funds, awareness for Alzheimer’s on The Longest DayLeigh Prom is an Alzheimer's caretaker and advocate, and she's inviting you to help her reach her fundraising goal on 'The Longest Day.'
27-year-old Rocky Mount man indicted on child pornography, bestiality charges
Read full article: 27-year-old Rocky Mount man indicted on child pornography, bestiality chargesA 27-year-old Rocky Mount man was indicted Monday on 25 charges of possessing child pornography and two charges of sexual abuse of an animal, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
See if you’re ‘farm strong’ in Franklin County this weekend
Read full article: See if you’re ‘farm strong’ in Franklin County this weekendYou have the chance to see if you have what it takes to work on a farm this weekend because the second annual Farm Strong Obstacle Course Race is back in Franklin County this Saturday.
Franklin County Animal Shelter at capacity, people’s donations help to waive adoption fees
Read full article: Franklin County Animal Shelter at capacity, people’s donations help to waive adoption feesKennels full of hopeful eyes and wagging tails. The Franklin County Animal Shelter is at capacity, caring for 28 dogs. But with a recent act of generosity, those dogs could soon find themselves in a new home.
Say goodbye to Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools before they close
Read full article: Say goodbye to Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools before they closeFranklin County Public Schools is hosting an open house at Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools tonight at 6 pm for the community and alumni to say goodbye before they both close for good.
Driver speaks about medical emergency after crash injures Franklin Co. family
Read full article: Driver speaks about medical emergency after crash injures Franklin Co. familyJoshua Wright, the driver of the car that crashed through a Franklin County home, spoke to 10 News about his medical emergency leading up to the tragic crash.
Franklin County High School hosts Food for America
Read full article: Franklin County High School hosts Food for AmericaFranklin County elementary school kids will have a unique chance to not only learn about agriculture but interact with live animals at Franklin County High School’s tenth annual Food for America event this Friday.
Roanoke man arrested, charged after vehicle pursuit from Franklin County to Roanoke County
Read full article: Roanoke man arrested, charged after vehicle pursuit from Franklin County to Roanoke CountyA Roanoke man has been arrested and charged after leading Franklin County deputies on a high-speed chase from Franklin County to Roanoke County, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.
Emergency housing for foster children in the Roanoke Valley deemed a success
Read full article: Emergency housing for foster children in the Roanoke Valley deemed a successHopeTree's Titmus Cottage has helped over a dozen foster children avoid sleeping in offices at the Department of Social Services.
Franklin County superintendent responds to frustration over school closures
Read full article: Franklin County superintendent responds to frustration over school closuresFranklin County Superintendent Kevin Siers spoke with 10 News regarding frustration over the closure of two beloved elementary schools.
Franklin Co. School Board votes to close Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools
Read full article: Franklin Co. School Board votes to close Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary SchoolsThe Franklin County School Board is moving forward with the closure of two elementary schools in an effort to address a financial shortfall within the district totaling millions of dollars.
10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: AWOL Marine who allegedly killed his stepfather in Franklin County speaks out
Read full article: 10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: AWOL Marine who allegedly killed his stepfather in Franklin County speaks outOn Thursday, 10 News sat down with Michael Brown, the AWOL Marine who killed his stepfather in Franklin County and sparked a nationwide manhunt, for an exclusive interview.
10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: AWOL Marine who killed his stepfather in Franklin County speaks out
Read full article: 10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: AWOL Marine who killed his stepfather in Franklin County speaks outOn Thursday, 10 News sat down with Michael Brown, the AWOL Marine who killed his stepfather in Franklin County and sparked a nationwide manhunt, for an exclusive interview.
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office seek community’s help locating stolen excavator
Read full article: Franklin County Sheriff’s Office seek community’s help locating stolen excavatorThe Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the community’s assistance in gathering information on the whereabouts of a stolen CAT excavator and a black Quality trailer.