BREAKING NEWS
Danville overall crime rates fall for fifth consecutive year
Read full article: Danville overall crime rates fall for fifth consecutive yearThe Danville Police Department states that overall crime rates have trended downward for the fifth year in a row, decreasing by 8% overall across major crime categories in 2024 compared to 2023, according to a preliminary report in 2024 on crime.
Mistrial declared for Henry County man accused of murdering his fiancรฉe in 2023
Read full article: Mistrial declared for Henry County man accused of murdering his fiancรฉe in 2023A mistrial has been declared in the case of a man charged with murdering his fiancรฉe in Henry County in 2023, BTW21 reports.
2 killed in farm equipment accident in Dry Fork
Read full article: 2 killed in farm equipment accident in Dry ForkTwo men lost their lives after the agricultural equipment they were using came into contact with high-voltage power lines on Thursday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriffโs Office.
Clipper through tonight, then another storm impact beginning Sunday
Read full article: Clipper through tonight, then another storm impact beginning SundayGet ready for a wintry mix as a clipper system brings snow and icy conditions to Southwest and Central Virginia, especially impacting mountainous areas.
Street closures for Danvilleโs Riverview Rotary Christmas Parade on Dec. 8
Read full article: Street closures for Danvilleโs Riverview Rotary Christmas Parade on Dec. 8The Riverview Rotary Christmas Parade is set to kick off on Sunday, Dec. 8 and there will be several street closures in place that drivers should be mindful of.
Wanted man arrested, charged after hiding from Henry Co. deputies underneath stairs
Read full article: Wanted man arrested, charged after hiding from Henry Co. deputies underneath stairsA wanted man in Henry County is now behind bars after trying to hide from deputies underneath the stairs and refusing to surrender, according to the Henry County Sheriffโs Office.
Godโs Pit Crew helps community rebuild after Hurricane Helene and Milton
Read full article: Godโs Pit Crew helps community rebuild after Hurricane Helene and MiltonThe Danville-based organization Godโs Pit Crew has been hard at work helping victims of Hurricane Helene and Milton across the Southeast.
Henry County narcotics-related search warrant leads to arrest
Read full article: Henry County narcotics-related search warrant leads to arrestA 32-year-old woman is facing several charges after a SWAT Team executed a narcotics-related search warrant at her Fieldale home, according to the Henry County Sheriffโs Office.
Danville Police searching for suspects after armed robbery at convenience store
Read full article: Danville Police searching for suspects after armed robbery at convenience storeA search is underway for two suspects after an armed robbery at a Danville convenience store, according to the Danville Police Department.
Student arrested for making reportedly threat against Martinsville High School
Read full article: Student arrested for making reportedly threat against Martinsville High SchoolA student was arrested early Tuesday morning after making a threat toward Martinsville High School, according to school officials.
Student arrested for reportedly making threat against Martinsville High School
Read full article: Student arrested for reportedly making threat against Martinsville High SchoolA student was arrested early Tuesday morning after making a threat toward Martinsville High School, according to school officials.
โFireside chatโ across Virginia to discuss new cell phone free policies in schools
Read full article: โFireside chatโ across Virginia to discuss new cell phone free policies in schoolsDiscussions will center on Gov. Glenn Youngkinโs executive order to restrict the use of cell phones in public schools.
LIST: How schools across Central, Southwest Virginia are working to keep your kids safe
Read full article: LIST: How schools across Central, Southwest Virginia are working to keep your kids safeAs the nation continues to grapple with grief in the wake of this tragic incident, weโre working for you on the security measures local schools already have in place to keep students and staff safe.
Pittsylvania County deputies searching for trucks stolen from businesses on Route 29
Read full article: Pittsylvania County deputies searching for trucks stolen from businesses on Route 29The Pittsylvania County Sheriffโs Office is investigating after multiple trucks were stolen from two separate businesses on Route 29 near Whiteoak Mountain in Chatham.