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John McGuire III projected to win the U.S. House 5th district seat, defeating Gloria Witt
Read full article: John McGuire III projected to win the U.S. House 5th district seat, defeating Gloria WittJohn McGuire III is projected to win the U.S. House of Representatives seat for the 5th district, defeating Gloria Witt.
Severe storms in Southwest Virginia causing power outages, possible damages
Read full article: Severe storms in Southwest Virginia causing power outages, possible damagesSome parts of Southwest Virginia are under a severe weather warning at the moment, which may result in quarter-sized hail, lightning, severe rain, and wind gusts up to 60 mph.
National Weather Service confirms EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax County Wednesday night
Read full article: National Weather Service confirms EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax County Wednesday nightMeteorologists from the NWS in Blacksburg have concluded that an EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax Co. Wednesday night.
Virginia State Police continue search for missing Halifax County woman, last seen in 2009
Read full article: Virginia State Police continue search for missing Halifax County woman, last seen in 2009Thursday marks fifteen years since a Halifax County woman went missing, according to Virginia State Police.
Blue Ridge Rock Festival cancels shows this year citing ongoing insurance claims from 2023 festival
Read full article: Blue Ridge Rock Festival cancels shows this year citing ongoing insurance claims from 2023 festivalFans tell 10 News they're not surprised by this year's cancelation of the Blue Ridge Rock Festival, they actually anticipated it.
South Boston police chief fired following investigation into ‘personnel matter’
Read full article: South Boston police chief fired following investigation into ‘personnel matter’South Boston Police Chief Bryan Young was fired following an investigation into a “personnel matter,” according to town officials.
Drivers urged to prepare for heavy traffic as thousands head to the Blue Ridge Rock Fest
Read full article: Drivers urged to prepare for heavy traffic as thousands head to the Blue Ridge Rock FestDrivers should be prepared for a significant increase in traffic near the Virginia International Raceway in Halifax County.
Two dead, one hospitalized after two separate crashes in Halifax County
Read full article: Two dead, one hospitalized after two separate crashes in Halifax CountyVirginia State Police is investigating two separate vehicle crashes in Halifax County that resulted in the death of an 80-year-old man and another adult whose age hasn’t been released.
Non profit seeking to end gun violence seeks to expand poetry contest nationally
Read full article: Non profit seeking to end gun violence seeks to expand poetry contest nationallyA poetry contest for high school students in Halifax, “Pens not Pistols," ran throughout the year with 66 students participating.
Sentara announces services for new Halifax acute care hospital
Read full article: Sentara announces services for new Halifax acute care hospitalSentara Health is announcing key services that will be available at the new acute care hospital that will replace the current Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital.
South Boston man charged after stabbing man, injuring woman at Dollar General, police say
Read full article: South Boston man charged after stabbing man, injuring woman at Dollar General, police sayA South Boston resident has been arrested after stabbing another man multiple times and injuring a woman at a Dollar General Sunday, according to the South Boston Police Department.
Woman found shot on side of Halifax County road, man charged with attempted second-degree murder
Read full article: Woman found shot on side of Halifax County road, man charged with attempted second-degree murderA man has been charged with second-degree murder after a woman was found on the side of the road with a gunshot wound, according to the Halifax County Sheriff's Office.
South Boston Police Department looking for suspects after car break-ins, credit card thefts
Read full article: South Boston Police Department looking for suspects after car break-ins, credit card theftsThe South Boston Police Department is searching for suspects after several car break-ins and credit card thefts.
Region Roundup: East Mont girls soccer, Jefferson Forest boys soccer victors in Region Championships
Read full article: Region Roundup: East Mont girls soccer, Jefferson Forest boys soccer victors in Region ChampionshipsRegion Roundup: East Mont girls soccer, Jefferson Forest boys soccer victors in Region Championships.
Hometown Hustle highlights two businesses in Halifax Co.
Read full article: Hometown Hustle highlights two businesses in Halifax Co.The hit reality series Hometown Hu$tle selected Halifax County as one of its featured communities for season 2! It showcases the stories of two small businesses in South Boston -- Southern Restorations LLC Cabinet & Design Co. and Distinct Impressions -- in a 22-minute episode that is full of laughter and heart-warming moments with these amazing entrepreneurs and their communities.
North Carolina man arrested, charged in connection with South Boston shooting
Read full article: North Carolina man arrested, charged in connection with South Boston shootingA 21-year-old man from North Carolina is facing several charges in connection with a shooting in South Boston, according to the South Boston Police Department.
Halifax County authorities searching for armed and dangerous man in connection with shooting
Read full article: Halifax County authorities searching for armed and dangerous man in connection with shootingA search is underway for a man, who is believed to be armed and dangerous, in connection with a Friday morning shooting in the Clover area of Halifax County, according to the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.
Halifax County man arrested after stealing two pickups, an ATV, police say
Read full article: Halifax County man arrested after stealing two pickups, an ATV, police sayA Halifax County man has been arrested after a crime spree that started in Southside and spread into North Carolina, according to the South Boston Police Department.
U.S. House of Representatives District 5 general election results on Nov. 8, 2022
Read full article: U.S. House of Representatives District 5 general election results on Nov. 8, 2022Incumbent Bob Good (R) and Josh Throneburg (D) are vying for Virginia's 5th congressional district the U.S. House of Representatives.
Company to invest $80M and create more than 100 jobs in Halifax County
Read full article: Company to invest $80M and create more than 100 jobs in Halifax CountyGovernor Glenn Youngkin was in South Boston Tuesday to announce an $80 million investment into the region that will create more than 100 new jobs.
19-year-old, two 20-year-olds dead after crash in Halifax County, police say
Read full article: 19-year-old, two 20-year-olds dead after crash in Halifax County, police sayThe driver, 19-year-old Francisco Chavez, and the two passengers, 20-year-old Victor Mata and 20-year-old Joaquin Chavez, Jr. all died at the scene, according to authorities.
Blue Ridge Rock Festival organizers respond to traffic, wait time complaints
Read full article: Blue Ridge Rock Festival organizers respond to traffic, wait time complaintsOrganizers of the Festival said that the major issue they are having this year is the lack of shuttle buses – they said they had contracted 40 buses, but that the 40 were not present.
VIRginia International Raceway to host a weekend filled with events
Read full article: VIRginia International Raceway to host a weekend filled with eventsVIRginia International Raceway is set to host a weekend filled with events for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Michelin GT Challenge Race.
Senators Warner, Kaine announce funding for Virginia airport improvements
Read full article: Senators Warner, Kaine announce funding for Virginia airport improvementsOn Wednesday, United States Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced $5,511,125 of federal funding from the Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration for Virginia’s regional airports.
Halifax County authorities investigate ‘worst animal abuse case they’ve seen’
Read full article: Halifax County authorities investigate ‘worst animal abuse case they’ve seen’Halifax County authorities believe Andrew Dease killed his two dogs by dragging them behind his truck for miles on Lowery Road.
State police identify victim, suspect after multi-county chase ends in deadly Patrick County crash
Read full article: State police identify victim, suspect after multi-county chase ends in deadly Patrick County crashVirginia State Police provided more details on the multi-county pursuit that ended in a deadly crash Friday afternoon.
South Boston police charge a 17-year-old with strangulation after watching viral video
Read full article: South Boston police charge a 17-year-old with strangulation after watching viral videoSouth Boston police arrested a 17-year-old after they said the teen was involved in an assault posted to social media.
Blue Ridge Rock Festival leaves Pittsylvania County for Virginia International Raceway
Read full article: Blue Ridge Rock Festival leaves Pittsylvania County for Virginia International RacewayOrganizers announced Friday they’re relocating the Blue Ridge Rock Festival from Pittsylvania County to the Virginia International Raceway (VIR) in Halifax County after facing challenges in 2021, including long lines for parking, camping, permits and vendors.
Man charged months after 3-year-old Halifax boy dies from a self-inflicted gunshot wound
Read full article: Man charged months after 3-year-old Halifax boy dies from a self-inflicted gunshot woundVirginia State Police have charged a 22-year-old man in connection with the death of a 3-year-old boy earlier this year in Halifax County.