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Giles community spirit still shines bright amidst historic New River flood damage
Read full article: Giles community spirit still shines bright amidst historic New River flood damage47 families in Giles County are now without homes after extreme flooding from the New River due to Helene. The New River crested at 24.2 feet making it the second worst flood of the New River in recorded history. Despite the loss, the spirit of Giles is stronger than ever as the community rushes to help those in need.
Town of Narrows looks to bring in outdoor recreation business to boost business
Read full article: Town of Narrows looks to bring in outdoor recreation business to boost businessPromoting the scenic beauty and outdoor adventure possibilities in Giles county, officials in the Town of Narrows are looking to bring in an outdoor recreation business
Narrows Technology Student Association team to compete at nationals in Orlando
Read full article: Narrows Technology Student Association team to compete at nationals in OrlandoA group of Narrows Elementary/Middle School students will be headed to Orlando, Florida to compete in a STEM-focused national competition.
Woman sentenced to serve 15 years after abducting child from Giles County church
Read full article: Woman sentenced to serve 15 years after abducting child from Giles County churchA woman who pleaded guilty to child abduction in Giles County in October has been sentenced to serve five years, court documents show.
Alleghany, Covington High School playoff football games moved to Thursday
Read full article: Alleghany, Covington High School playoff football games moved to ThursdayBoth Alleghany High School and Covington High School's playoff football games have been moved to Thursday, Nov. 10, due to the possibility of inclement weather on Friday.
Narrows officer has charges dismissed in connection with deadly motorcycle crash
Read full article: Narrows officer has charges dismissed in connection with deadly motorcycle crashAll charges against a Narrows police officer, who was originally indicted in connection to a deadly motorcycle crash last summer, have been dropped.
Chief of Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter testifies
Read full article: Chief of Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter testifiesNarrows Police Chief Bentley Ratcliffe testified Wednesday in the trial against one of his own officers charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Colleagues testify on second day of Narrows officerโs involuntary manslaughter trial
Read full article: Colleagues testify on second day of Narrows officerโs involuntary manslaughter trialOn day two of the trial against a New River Valley officer charged with involuntary manslaughter, several members of the law enforcement community took the stand.
Trial begins for Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in deadly motorcycle crash
Read full article: Trial begins for Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in deadly motorcycle crashThe trial against the New River Valley police officer who was indicted on several charges in connection to a deadly motorcycle crash that happened last summer began Monday.
โShe was a ray of sunshine:โ Giles County community remembers 16-year-old girl who died after a two-year battle with bone cancer
Read full article: โShe was a ray of sunshine:โ Giles County community remembers 16-year-old girl who died after a two-year battle with bone cancerSunflowers, cheerleading and the color yellow were a few of Alexius Dawsonโs favorite things.
Pre-trial dates set for Narrows officer charged with involuntary manslaughter
Read full article: Pre-trial dates set for Narrows officer charged with involuntary manslaughterA Giles County judge has set pre-trial dates for the Narrows police officer indicted on several charges, including involuntary manslaughter, in connection to a deadly motorcycle crash that happened last summer.
Trial date set for Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection to deadly motorcycle crash
Read full article: Trial date set for Narrows police officer charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection to deadly motorcycle crashA trial date has been set for the Narrows police officer indicted on several charges, including involuntary manslaughter, in connection to a deadly motorcycle crash that happened last summer.
Friends of victim in deadly motorcycle crash involving Narrows officer speak out on charges
Read full article: Friends of victim in deadly motorcycle crash involving Narrows officer speak out on chargesThe friends of a man killed in a motorcycle accident, Michael Acord, are speaking out after a Narrows police officer has been charged in connection to his death.
Narrows police officer indicted on involuntary manslaughter in connection to deadly motorcycle crash
Read full article: Narrows police officer indicted on involuntary manslaughter in connection to deadly motorcycle crashA New River Valley police officer has been indicted on several charges, including involuntary manslaughter, in connection to a deadly motorcycle crash that happened last summer.
Narrows keeps perfect, shutout season alive against Eastern Montgomery
Read full article: Narrows keeps perfect, shutout season alive against Eastern MontgomeryMONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. โ Through three games, Narrows has yet to allow a single point. On Friday night, the Green Wave beat the Eastern Montgomery Mustangs, 43-0.
Region Championship Sunday: area schools vie for State Tournament berths
Read full article: Region Championship Sunday: area schools vie for State Tournament berthsBurton on Wednesday for the Class 1 State Semifinals. The Maroons travel to Honaker for its State Semifinal matchup on Wednesday. Up next is an away match up at Union for the State semifinal action. The Bulldogs will play at Abingdon to start State Tournament play. The Comets reach the State Tournament in back-to-back seasons, first final four appearance in over 4 decades.
Watch: Pulaski County beats Salem on the hardwoods
Read full article: Watch: Pulaski County beats Salem on the hardwoodsSALEM, Va. โ The Spartans took to the court for the first time this season on Monday night to faceoff with fellow River Ridge District opponent Pulaski County. Tanner Dakas and Qualee Robinson each scored 13 points for the Spartans while Kyle OโNeal and Peyton McDaniel each dropped 12 for the Cougars in the 53-45 win. Other scores from Monday night:Boys Scores:Auburn 74, Eastern Montgomery 37Cave Spring 64, Hidden Valley 39Christiansburg 64, Blacksburg 56E.C. Glass 56, Amherst County 45Liberty Christian 73, Rustburg 56Lord Botetourt 72, GW-Danville 63Northside 62, William Byrd 49Parry McCluer 47, Narrows 35Pulaski County 53, Salem 45Radford 90, Carroll County 52Girls Scores:Auburn 44, Eastern Montgomery 40Blacksburg 43, Christiansburg 22Brookville 43, Heritage-Lynchburg 22Cave Spring 64, Hidden Valley 12E.C. Glass 46, Amherst County 31George Wythe-Wytheville 52, Fort Chiswell 36Nelson County 48, Appomattox 21New Covenant 49, North Cross 12Parry McCluer 57, Narrows 37Salem 54, William Fleming 37William Byrd 46, Northside 30
Man dead after he lost control of motorcycle, slid into police car in Giles County
Read full article: Man dead after he lost control of motorcycle, slid into police car in Giles CountyGILES COUNTY, Va. โ A 28-year-old is dead after authorities say he lost control of his motorcycle and slid into the side of a police car on Friday. As Acord was approaching the intersection of US-460 and 3rd Street, police say he swerved left to get around traffic stopped in the westbound lanes and lost control. The motorcycle then rolled onto its side and slid into a Narrows police car that was stopped in the road, according to police. Police say Acord was thrown from his motorcycle and died at the scene. According to Virginia State Police, the crash remains under investigation.
Body found inside of a Narrows home Sunday
Read full article: Body found inside of a Narrows home SundayNARROWS, Va. According to the Giles County Police Department, a body was found Sunday at a home on Woodland Ave. in Narrows. Police say the victim was found Sunday afternoon and details are still pending.
Police search for missing woman out of Narrows
Read full article: Police search for missing woman out of NarrowsNARROWS, Va. โ The Narrows Police Department has issued a missing person alert for Anita Louise Bailey Hoston. Police say Hoston was last seen on July 11 at 5:30 a.m. Authorities say she was last seen at her residence on High School Hill. If anyone has any information, the Narrows Police Department.
Narrows moves ahead with 4th of July fireworks
Read full article: Narrows moves ahead with 4th of July fireworksNarrows, Va. โ Fireworks are on in Narrows this Fourth of July. The towns firework committee announced the โdrive-inโ show this week. The Independence Day show kicks off at 9:45 p.m. According to the committee, the best viewing locations are:Most of the high school hill areaNHS parking lotAll businesses along 460 ( please note it is illegal to park in the median )Farmers Market - Center StreetDuck Pond - Mill Pond FieldDue to the global coronavirus pandemic, you are asked to stay around your car to prevent large gatherings and the spread of the virus. The show is put together on behalf of Narrows Parks & Recreation and Narrows Firework committee.
Bradley Sutphin ready to lead Narrows girls basketball program
Read full article: Bradley Sutphin ready to lead Narrows girls basketball programNARROWS, Va. The Narrows girls basketball team is ready to turn the page and start fresh with a new coach. Former Pulaski girls basketball head coach Bradley Sutphin has been named the new head coach for the Green Wave. Sutphin lead the Cougars to a Class 4 state runner-up finish in 2019, and this season they won the region 4D title and went 21-7. A lot of the girls over here are excited as much as Ive talked to them, Sutphin said. Its been a smooth transition but the hardest thing I ever had to do was telling the girls over at Pulaski.
Community surprises Giles County teen with parade before surgery
Read full article: Community surprises Giles County teen with parade before surgeryGILES COUNTY, Va. โ A New River Valley community came together to show a young girl she is loved, and to wish her well on an important day. In a video posted to Facebook, you can see her mom Nikki Horton bringing Alexius to the front yard to see the surprise. The surprise parade was a warm sendoff of good wishes before surgery. In the fall, Giles High School teamed up with cross town rival Narrows High School to honor the JV cheerleader at their football game, raising thousands of dollars for her medical expenses. Giles and Narrows players held fundraisers and collected donations in helmets before the game.
Backpacking with Brooke: Rice Fields Hike
Read full article: Backpacking with Brooke: Rice Fields HikeNARROWS, Va. โ The Rice Fields hike is located near Narrows and is a steady five mile out and back hike with stunning views from the top. Youโll park just off of Pocahontas Road on a gravel pull-off, then backtrack a few paces down to the beginning of the Appalachian Trail. This hike is marked with white blazes, and follows the AT 2.5 miles around the mountain. The beginning of the hike traverses back and forth as you steadily ascend. After youโre done basking in the sun and enjoying the view, head back down the way you came.
$100,000 winning lottery ticket sold in Narrows
Read full article: $100,000 winning lottery ticket sold in NarrowsROANOKE, Va. โ Three people are now millionaires and five others won $100,000 in Virginiaโs New Yearโs Millionaire Raffle. One of those $100,000 tickets, ticket #328806, was bought at Gobble Stop on Virginia Avenue in Narrows! Now itโs time to wait and see who the winners are. Hereโs the breakdown of other big winners. Those numbers are posted at the Virginia Lotteryโs website: www.valottery.com.
Rival football teams raising money for JV cheerleader diagnosed with cancer
Read full article: Rival football teams raising money for JV cheerleader diagnosed with cancerNARROWS, Va. - Giles and Narrows collected donations for Alexius, the Narrows cheerleader battling cancer, and raised $9,628.74. In one football community in the New River Valley, two rival teams are teaming up to help a girl in need. Giles even painted a yellow ribbon on the school's football field. Giles and Narrows are raising money for Alexius' medical bills, holding fundraisers and collecting donations in helmets before the game. "Football is just a game," said Ty Lowery, a Giles High School varsity football captain.
Rival communities rally around 14-year-old diagnosed with cancer
Read full article: Rival communities rally around 14-year-old diagnosed with cancerNARROWS, Va. - A 14-year-old girl's devastating diagnosis is bringing two rival communities together. Alexius Dawson is a freshman and a JV cheerleader at Narrows High School. Last week, she found out she has osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer. This Friday night, during Narrows High School's football game against Giles High School, both teams will set out helmets to collect donations. To help out Alexius and her family, contact Narrows High School by calling 540-726-2384.
Tasty Tuesday: Anna's Restaurant
Read full article: Tasty Tuesday: Anna's RestaurantNARROWS, Va. - Anna's Restaurant has long been a staple of Giles County, serving up comfort food for more than three decades. Manager Cody Hollie almost doesn't know a life without this restaurant in his hometown. Hollie tells 10 News, "A lot of our recipes are the same as they've been the past 30 years." Cody's parents, Tom and Linda Hollie, recently took over at Anna's and know how special a place this is. Years after that, Brian Bowles, now the principal at Narrows High School, remembers a fond high school experience of his own.
Authorities investigating tractor-trailer fire in Giles County
Read full article: Authorities investigating tractor-trailer fire in Giles CountyNARROWS, Va. - Authorities are currently investigating a tractor-trailer fire in Giles County, according to the Sheriff's Office. Deputies say the fire is at the intersection of US-460 and VA-61 in Narrows. US-460 West is shut down in the area. According to the Sheriff's Office, no injuries were reported and they believe no one was inside the truck at the time. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
As Auburn football's win column grows, they're ready to take the next step in 2019
Read full article: As Auburn football's win column grows, they're ready to take the next step in 2019RINER, Va. โ The Auburn Eagles finished 5-5 in 2018 but made it to the playoffs for the second year in a row. It was Narrows who ended their season with a tough 18-7 decision. Head coach Cam Akers is heading into his fourth season with the Eagles and has the program trending in the right direction. After a three-win season in 2016, a four-win season in 2017, and a five-win season last year, he's ready to take the next step. See Zach's full interview with 10 News"Coach always says attitude, effort and toughness is what's going to make us great.
Man arrested for reportedly running away from authorities after driving wrong way on Rt. 460
Read full article: Man arrested for reportedly running away from authorities after driving wrong way on Rt. 460NARROWS, Va. - UPDATEA man is in custody after he ran away from authorities during a traffic stop, according to the Giles County Sheriff's Office. Terry Hungate, 23, of Blacksburg, is facing charges in Giles County for reckless driving as well as outstanding charges in Montgomery County for misdemeanor destruction of property and misdemeanor assault. Deputies say they received a complaint Wednesday of someone driving the wrong way down Rt. ORIGINAL STORYAuthorities are searching for a man after a traffic stop led to a police chase on foot. According to the Giles County Sheriff's Office, the incident happened in Narrows late Wednesday night.