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Senior Home Share holds annual Veterans breakfast ahead of Veterans Day
Read full article: Senior Home Share holds annual Veterans breakfast ahead of Veterans DaySouthwest Virginia has a rich history of military service, and with Veterans day just days away, many communities are coming together to show their appreciation for their veterans.
Local football teams put everything on the line in VHSL championships
Read full article: Local football teams put everything on the line in VHSL championshipsIt’s the culmination of another high school football season. On “State Finals Saturday,” four of our local teams are headed out to leave it all on the field, looking to take home the gold.
23-year-old woman arrested after authorities seize drugs, over $6k in cash from Galax apartment
Read full article: 23-year-old woman arrested after authorities seize drugs, over $6k in cash from Galax apartmentA woman is facing charges after authorities seized drugs during a search at an apartment in Galax Wednesday, according to the Galax Police Department.
Man arrested after assaulting two people, carjacking in Grayson County area, police say
Read full article: Man arrested after assaulting two people, carjacking in Grayson County area, police sayA man is in custody after assaulting two people and stealing two cars Friday, according to the Galax Police Department.
Three injured after bus crash at Old Fiddler’s Convention in Galax, police say
Read full article: Three injured after bus crash at Old Fiddler’s Convention in Galax, police sayThe Galax Police Department is investigating a bus crash that left multiple people injured at the Old Fiddler’s Convention at Felt’s Park.
VSP: Grayson County crash leaves 83-year-old man dead, 82-year-old woman hospitalized
Read full article: VSP: Grayson County crash leaves 83-year-old man dead, 82-year-old woman hospitalizedAn 83-year-old man has died and a 82-year-old woman has been hospitalized after a single-vehicle crash in Grayson County on May 4, according to state police.
Galax man dead, another hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after shooting, police say
Read full article: Galax man dead, another hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after shooting, police sayOne person has died and another was sent to the hospital after a shooting in Galax on Tuesday, according to the Galax Police Department.
One hospitalized after crash at intersection of US-58, Forestry Lane in Grayson County
Read full article: One hospitalized after crash at intersection of US-58, Forestry Lane in Grayson CountyOne person was hospitalized after a single-vehicle crash Thursday morning at US-58 and Forestry Lane in Grayson County, according to the Galax Fire Department.
PUSH Ministries helping those who served time transition into society
Read full article: PUSH Ministries helping those who served time transition into societyThousands of people are being released from correctional facilities soon, and area organizations are ready to help them start a safe and secure life.
6,000 rubber ducks raced down Chestnut Creek to help raise money for the Galax Fire Department
Read full article: 6,000 rubber ducks raced down Chestnut Creek to help raise money for the Galax Fire Department6,000 rubber ducks raced down Chestnut Creek to help raise money for the Galax Fire Department
Galax Fireman’s Carnival returns to help raise money for the department
Read full article: Galax Fireman’s Carnival returns to help raise money for the departmentThe Galax Volunteer Fire Department is excited to bring back the Fireman’s Carnival. The carnival opened on Wednesday and will run until July 2.
Virginia health officials give tips on how to protect your pet from rabies
Read full article: Virginia health officials give tips on how to protect your pet from rabiesThe Virginia Department of Health is reminding you to keep your pets’ rabies vaccinations up to date after a rabid fox was found in Galax.
Man arrested for DUI after multi-county pursuit ends in Grayson County
Read full article: Man arrested for DUI after multi-county pursuit ends in Grayson CountyA Southwest Virginia man is facing multiple charges from Virginia State Police and the Galax Police Department after a multi-county chase Wednesday afternoon.
Logger airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a falling tree in Galax
Read full article: Logger airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a falling tree in GalaxA logger needed to be airlifted to a hospital after being hit by a falling tree, according to the Galax Fire Department.
Riverheads win 6th straight state title in Class 1 State Championship game, 45-14
Read full article: Riverheads win 6th straight state title in Class 1 State Championship game, 45-14The Riverheads Gladiators won its sixth consecutive title in Saturday’s Class 1 State Championship game against the Galax Maroon Tide at the Salem Stadium.
Galax uses stifling defense claim Region 1C title, 14-0
Read full article: Galax uses stifling defense claim Region 1C title, 14-0Top region seed Galax used a couple of first half scores and a dynamic defensive effort to win the Region 1C title over Parry McCluer 14-0. Javonte Reeves rushed of a first half score and quarterback Ian Ashworth hit Ayden White for a second quarter touchdown pass to account for the scoring. The Maroon Tide (10-2) bottled up the power ground game led by RB John Snider in check throughout the game. Th Blues finish the season 9-4. Galax moves on to take on Region 1D champion Holston in the state semifinals.