Fire destroys Veterans Center Barn in Campbell County, but symbol of hope remains standing
Read full article: Fire destroys Veterans Center Barn in Campbell County, but symbol of hope remains standingA fire destroyed a key facility at the National Center for Healthy Veterans in Campbell County just a day before Veterans Day, leaving behind a trail of devastation. The center’s main barn was reduced to rubble, but one powerful symbol of resilience remained standing: the Soldiers Cross.
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.
Baby rescued from car wheel well in Campbell County
Read full article: Baby rescued from car wheel well in Campbell CountyA baby was transported to the Emergency Department for minor injuries after getting trapped in the front wheel well of an automobile while still in her carrier, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Suspect charged after writing bomb threat to Brookville Middle School
Read full article: Suspect charged after writing bomb threat to Brookville Middle SchoolThe Campbell County Sheriff’s Office says a suspect has been identified and charged after they wrote a bomb threat to Brookeville Middle School.
Man arrested after shooting into home with people inside in Rustburg
Read full article: Man arrested after shooting into home with people inside in RustburgA man has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies after shooting into a home with three people in it over 20 times in Rustburg, according to the Campbell Co. Sheriff’s Office.
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.
Threatening viral image causes threat scare at Brookville High School
Read full article: Threatening viral image causes threat scare at Brookville High SchoolA threatening image targeted toward Brookville High School was recently circulating on social media, according to Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Local Altavista business receives $5,000 grant
Read full article: Local Altavista business receives $5,000 grantA local business in Altavista received a $5,000 grant from the Campbell County Economic Development’s Start Small Campbell Grant Program. The certificate was presented to the owners on Thursday.
Campbell County Sheriff's office asking for public's help in search of missing 15-year-old
Read full article: Campbell County Sheriff's office asking for public's help in search of missing 15-year-oldThe Campbell County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on July 18.
One woman and one child dead after car crash on Route 501 in Campell County
Read full article: One woman and one child dead after car crash on Route 501 in Campell CountyVirginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred early Monday morning on the 10900 block of Brookneal highway that left a woman and child dead.
Boil water notice in effect for parts of Campbell County
Read full article: Boil water notice in effect for parts of Campbell CountyA boil water notice is in effect for some customers of the Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority Central System Waterworks following a waterline break that was reported near the Timberlake Motel.
Campbell County man arrested on murder charge after body found in May
Read full article: Campbell County man arrested on murder charge after body found in MayA Campbell County man has been arrested for second-degree murder after a body was found along Garfield Avenue in late May, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Virginia State Police seeking public’s help locating suspect in Campbell Co. hit-and-run
Read full article: Virginia State Police seeking public’s help locating suspect in Campbell Co. hit-and-runVirginia State Police is asking for the public’s help in locating the driver of a pickup truck suspected of a hit and run Wednesday on Route 501 and Brown’s Mill Road in Campbell County.
Campbell County Sheriff’s Office warns of scammers impersonating retired deputies
Read full article: Campbell County Sheriff’s Office warns of scammers impersonating retired deputiesThe Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of several phone scams that involve scammers using retired deputies’ names and the sheriff’s office phone number.
Health District issues warning after stray kitten tests positive for rabies in Campbell County
Read full article: Health District issues warning after stray kitten tests positive for rabies in Campbell CountyA stray kitten found in Campbell County tested positive for rabies, according to the Central Virginia Health District.
18-year-old arrested after pointing gun in William Campbell High School parking lot, authorities say
Read full article: 18-year-old arrested after pointing gun in William Campbell High School parking lot, authorities sayAn 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday evening after authorities said he pointed a gun in the parking lot of William Campbell High School, after an athletic event.
32-year-old man facing felony charges in connection with sexual assault of a minor in Campbell Co.
Read full article: 32-year-old man facing felony charges in connection with sexual assault of a minor in Campbell Co.The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is releasing more information regarding a 32-year-old man who was charged in connection with the sexual assault of a minor.
How police are using cameras in school zones to catch speeders
Read full article: How police are using cameras in school zones to catch speedersAs more and more localities are using the technology, or talking about adding the technology, the Solutionaries team is working for you on if it’s really a solution to the speeding problem.
Special delivery: Campbell County patrol lieutenant successfully delivers baby in back of car
Read full article: Special delivery: Campbell County patrol lieutenant successfully delivers baby in back of carA Campbell County patrol lieutenant went beyond the line of duty on Thursday when she helped to deliver a baby in the back seat of a vehicle.
Two arrested after authorities seize drugs, $1.6k in cash during Campbell County traffic stop
Read full article: Two arrested after authorities seize drugs, $1.6k in cash during Campbell County traffic stopTwo people are facing charges after authorities seized drugs and cash during a traffic stop in Campbell County on Tuesday, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Concord Volunteer Fire Department truck overturns in Campbell County, no one hurt
Read full article: Concord Volunteer Fire Department truck overturns in Campbell County, no one hurtNo one was hurt after a Concord Volunteer Fire Department truck flipped on Thursday, Campbell County officials wrote in a press release.
Tractor-trailer crash causing delays on Route 24 in Campbell County
Read full article: Tractor-trailer crash causing delays on Route 24 in Campbell CountyAccording to the Virginia Department of Transportation, on Route 24 in Campbell County near Oxford Furnace Road (Rt. 660) drivers should expect delays due to a tractor-trailer crash.
Rustburg man charged with attempted murder after allegedly barricading woman in room
Read full article: Rustburg man charged with attempted murder after allegedly barricading woman in roomA Rustburg man is facing charges after authorities said he allegedly forced a woman inside a room and barricaded her inside.
Authorities investigating after human remains found in Campbell County
Read full article: Authorities investigating after human remains found in Campbell CountyThe Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after human skeletal remains were found Saturday morning in a wooded area off of Light House Drive.
Campbell County, Bedford County authorities go through de-escalation simulator training
Read full article: Campbell County, Bedford County authorities go through de-escalation simulator trainingThe Campbell County and Bedford County sheriff's office recently received a real-life scenario training on site.
3 arrested, one sought in Campbell County break-in possibly tied to transnational theft group
Read full article: 3 arrested, one sought in Campbell County break-in possibly tied to transnational theft groupThree people have been taken into custody and one remains at-large in connection with a Campbell County break-in that may be linked to a transnational theft group, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Two dead, four seriously injured following Campbell County crash
Read full article: Two dead, four seriously injured following Campbell County crashTwo people were killed and four others were left with serious injuries following a crash in Campbell County Monday night, according to Virginia State Police.
Conservative book ban push fuels library exodus from national association that stands up for books
Read full article: Conservative book ban push fuels library exodus from national association that stands up for booksMore libraries are cutting ties with the American Library Association as the professional group stands up for books some say children shouldn't have access to because of their content.
Campbell County Sherriff’s Office charge 1 adult and two children in home invasion
Read full article: Campbell County Sherriff’s Office charge 1 adult and two children in home invasionOn August 13, 2023, around 1:30 am, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Daniel Hill Apartments in Brookneal in reference to an armed home invasion.
Route 460 closed in Campbell County due to flooding
Read full article: Route 460 closed in Campbell County due to floodingThe Virginia Department of Transportation says there's a road closure on route 460 in Campbell County due to flooding. A detour is in place. We will update you once we get more information.
Amherst County woman arrested, found with endangered infant
Read full article: Amherst County woman arrested, found with endangered infantA search is underway for an Amherst County woman who could be traveling with an infant who is believed to be in danger, according to the Amherst County Sherrif’s Office.
Woman arrested after Campbell County authorities seize Fentanyl, more than $1k in cash during traffic stop
Read full article: Woman arrested after Campbell County authorities seize Fentanyl, more than $1k in cash during traffic stopAn Evington woman was arrested after authorities seized narcotics and cash during a traffic stop in Campbell County, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
72-year-old man dead, woman seriously injured after motorcycle crash in Campbell County
Read full article: 72-year-old man dead, woman seriously injured after motorcycle crash in Campbell CountyA 72-year-old man is dead after crashing on a motorcycle in Campbell County, according to Virginia State Police.
Altavista man charged after authorities seize ‘substantial amount’ of Fentanyl from residence
Read full article: Altavista man charged after authorities seize ‘substantial amount’ of Fentanyl from residenceA 29-year-old man was arrested and charged after narcotics were seized from a Campbell County home, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Gretna man arrested after barricade situation in Campbell County
Read full article: Gretna man arrested after barricade situation in Campbell CountyA 35-year-old man has been arrested after an hours-long barricade situation in Campbell County on Friday, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Car plummets 50 feet down an embankment into Campbell County creek
Read full article: Car plummets 50 feet down an embankment into Campbell County creekA car went 50 feet down an embankment under a bridge and into a creek in Campbell County last week, according to the Concord Volunteer Fire Department.
That was a piece of cake! Lynch Station baker wins $200K lottery prize
Read full article: That was a piece of cake! Lynch Station baker wins $200K lottery prizeLynette Crider was delivering one of her cakes when she stopped at Apple Market and bought a The Price is Right lottery ticket, VA Lottery officials said. She went home, scratched it, and to her surprise, officials said she won $200,000.