The Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Department announced that it had arrested a local high school teacher on charges related to sexual acts with a student.

Police in Rocky Mount are investigating a recent act of vandalism at one of its parks.

The Rocky Mount Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 26-year-old man.

You have one week before the presidential election, and several organizations want you to know they are here to help you get to and from the polls.

The Franklin County Family Resource Center is hosting an event called “Promoting Safe Families” on Saturday at the Rocky Mount Farmer’s Market starting at 5 p.m.

Investigators in Rocky Mount are trying to figure out what caused a fire that left several tenants displaced.

You know it’s Halloween time in the town of Rocky Mount when the scarecrows come out.

The man arrested in connection with a double homicide case from 2013 was extradited back to Virginia from North Carolina on Wednesday, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

The office said that Brightspeed is reporting that 7,781 customers in Rocky Mount may not be able to dial 911 from their wireline landline.

The LCA Bulldogs have already beaten Salem in their opener and Franklin County couldn’t catch up to the Spartan offense last week.

Rayhan Deskins spent nearly 17 years teaching and coaching in Rocky Mount, but left to get Administrative expertise. He brings that back home this year at the Eagles nest.

2024 1st and 10 Camp Tour: Franklin County Eagles

Many rural hospitals have closed in the last decade in the United States and a recent report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform says about 700 more are at risk of shuttering.

If you’re okay with a little extra maintenance, Kalzone is a 3-legged lady for you!

A letter sent by the Franklin County NAACP to the Rocky Mount Town Council formally requests the location change

Pete Buttigieg announced $7.9 million for three projects in Virginia including one in Rocky Mount and one in Bedford County as part of $1.8 billion in awards from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity discretionary grant program.

A 27-year-old Rocky Mount man was indicted Monday on 25 charges of possessing child pornography and two charges of sexual abuse of an animal, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Imagine being in the foster care system and turning 18 and suddenly finding yourself on your own for the first time. Becoming an adult can be overwhelming for anybody, but especially teens leaving foster care.

Thanks to Angie S. for today’s Picture of the Day from Rocky Mount.

Friday is a day to remember all Vietnam War veterans.

There are more than 12,000 concrete workers in the U.S., but Zippia reports only three percent were female in 2021. However, Chandler Concrete is making strides in hiring more women.

The senior recently competed at the 116th Millrose Games in New York

The senior wide receiver guided his team to a week six comeback win over Brookville.

The Eagles softball and baseball programs each had three student-athletes committing to play at the college level.

John Oates, formerly of the iconic rock duo Hall & Oates, is set to perform in Rocky Mount this April.

Heating and plumbing services like Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electric in Rocky Mount said they’re staying busy with lots of cold weather-related calls.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office has arrested the person they say is responsible for stealing a dump trailer in early November.

A former Rocky Mount Police Officer will continue serving time for storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021, after he lost his appeal.

A manure spill in Franklin County closed one road for several hours.

The Eagles' Kasey has three long touchdown catch and runs--in helping his team rally from 16-0 down on Friday night.

Kubo is one of those shelter dogs that’s been looking for a home for years.

Longtime residents at the Franklin County Humane Society have sponsored adoption fees, and many other pets have reduced fees with an approved application and mention of the CTS special, staff said.

A man charged in connection with a fatal Rocky Mount shooting in May had his charges certified to the grand jury.

The Eagles are moving from Class 6 down to the Class 5 ranks in 2023.

U.S. hospital drug supplies may be strained further after a tornado ripped open the roof of a Pfizer factory this week.

A child and a teen have been arrested after a robbery at Raven’s Country Store in Rocky Mount over the weekend, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

On Friday, May 12, 2023, at approximately 11:11 pm, the Town of Rocky Mount Police Department, along with Rocky Mount Fire Department, Franklin County Public Safety and the Franklin County Sheriff’s office

Thanks to Hunter R. for sending us today’s picture of the day from Rocky Mount.

The Circuit Court Grand Jury in Franklin County has indicted two individuals for crimes against children, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

The Virginia State Police and the Virginia Missing Children Clearinghouse have issued an AMBER Alert after two children were abducted.

The town of Rocky Mount is asking for the public’s help to make the community better.

An assault and battery charge that a town council candidate filed against the Rocky Mount assistant town manager last year has been dismissed, according to court records.

According to court records, Terry Michel, the owner of the two dogs, confessed he shot them.

The Town of Rocky Mount became incorporated on February 17, 1873.

The owners of the two dogs that were stolen and later were found dead in Franklin County is searching for answers on who did this and why.

A search is underway for two black labs stolen from Waid Park in Rocky Mount Tuesday morning, according to the Franklin County Humane Society and Adoption Center.

The Eagles star running back scored five times to lead his team to victory in Week 8.

Leaders from two Franklin County organizations are reaching out to help local seniors and pets, who they believe are sometimes forgotten during the holiday season.

Southern Virginia Child Advocacy Center invites the community to participate in the seventeeth annual Johnny CASA 5miler - 5K walk/run. This family focused event offers a choice of a 5 mile run, 3.1 mile run, or 3.1 mile walk race option offering everyone a course they can participate in. The race will be held in uptown Rocky Mount on Saturday, December 17, 2022, with an 9:00 AM start. The funds generated from sponsorships and registration fees support the Southern VA Child Advocacy Center’s services.

A tornado warning has been issued for parts of Franklin County including Rock Mount, Ferrum and Boones Mill.

Wednesday marked the beginning of the Early Signing Period, and Franklin County had four athletes put pen to paper.

The 2022 General Election will be held on Nov. 8. You can find results for Franklin County here.

Veronica Jones was last seen around 4:30 p.m. in the Rocky Mount area

People in the area can walk through downtown and see unique scarecrow displays as part of the trail every day until Nov. 4, according to the tourism website.

Through a Freedom of Information Act request, 10 News obtained a video of the encounter

The office was closed for due to interior renovations, which they said included new countertop designs, additional customer service windows, new paint, new carpet, and new energy-efficient lighting.

Franklin County Agriculture Fair returns to Recreation Park

The Franklin County Humane Society and the Franklin County Animal Shelter are completely full, and they’re asking anyone who is looking for a pet to consider adopting.

Thanks to Jessica for sending us today’s Picture of the Day from Rocky Mount!

A man is now charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with a crash that killed two in Rocky Mount last month.

It’s one of the worse abuse cases the Director of the Franklin County Humane Society told 10 News she’s ever seen.

Former Rocky Mount officer Thomas Robertson’s attorney has filed an appeal of his conviction in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

Meet Speck: A handsome herd dog looking for his new home. He’s three years old, eagle smart, and loves to play fetch.

Baffle lived his entire life on a chain outside until coming to the Franklin County Humane Society over 206 days ago

A former Virginia police officer who testified against a friend and former supervisor he joined at the Capitol in the Jan. 6 insurrection has avoided prison time for his role in it.

Jacob Fracker, a former Rocky Mount officer, learned his fate Tuesday morning for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

Ava is two years old and spayed according to the Franklin County Humane Society website, and she’s a smaller cat – Ava only weighs about eight pounds.

This guy has his eyes on the prize: gourmet canned cat food in a forever home.

Thomas Robertson, a former Rocky Mount officer, was sentenced on Thursday in federal court for his involvement in the capitol riots on Jan. 6.

A former Virginia police officer who pleaded guilty to storming the U.S. Capitol with another off-duty officer deserves to avoid a prison sentence for his cooperation and trial testimony against the other officer, federal prosecutors argued in a court filing Tuesday.

The Eagles are looking to replace a veteran offensive line that moved mountains in 2021.

Meet Breki: the dog that, according to shelter staff, is breaking the mold for shelter dogs. He’s smart, knows his tricks, and is working on learning more tricks and other skills daily.

The federal government has requested that Thomas Robertson, a former Rocky Mount police officer, be sentenced to 8 years for his involvement in the Capitol riots on Jan. 6.

Thomas Robertson, a former Rocky Mount police officer who has been found guilty on all charges he faces in the Jan. 6 riots, has submitted a letter to the judge presiding over his case.

Thanks to Emily for sending us today’s Picture of the Day from Rocky Mount!

For the past 10 years, Franklin County Public Safety Chaplains volunteers have stepped up to offer an ear or a shoulder to cry on when families need it the most.

The White House will provide a briefing from President Biden on gas prices

Two people are dead and another driver has been charged with a DUI after a crash in Rocky Mount earlier this week, according to the Rocky Mount Police Department.

On Thursday, Franklin County Public Library announced the unveiling of their StoryWalk at Summit View Business Park.

An exciting update to a story we covered earlier this month.

In Franklin County, 83.1% of people have broadband access, and the Board of Supervisors is working closely with partners to continue growing broadband access throughout the county.

A former Rocky Mount officer found guilty for his actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots asked a judge to acquit him on three charges, and on Tuesday, the acquittal was denied.

Take in the history of Southwest Virginia’s agriculture at the 19th Annual Antique Farm Days in Franklin County

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, several stopped by offices in Roanoke, Forest and Rocky Mount.

Living Proof Beer Co. is the first microbrewery of its kind in downtown Rocky Mount.

A tornado warning that was issued for parts of Franklin and Bedford and Franklin Counties has expired.

A local cook and restaurant owner needs your help win a big competition, and all you have to do is click here to vote.

A Franklin County deputy, who was charged after driving while under the influence, was sentenced Thursday.

A former Rocky Mount officer found guilty for his actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riots is asking a judge to acquit him.

A Franklin County deputy was arrested by the Rocky Mount Police Department Saturday morning after driving under the influence, according to court records.

The man that police said shot and killed his ex-wife in Rocky Mount on Thursday has been charged with second-degree murder, according to Franklin County court documents.

The Rocky Mount Police Department is investigating a shooting Thursday afternoon that left one dead and another injured.

The fate of former Rocky Mount police officer Thomas Robertson has been decided by a federal jury in our nation’s capital today.

A federal jury is set to resume deliberating on Monday in the trial of a former Virginia police officer charged with storming the U.S. Capitol with another off-duty officer.

It's all about moonshine this weekend in Franklin County.

On the third day of the trial against former Rocky Mount police officer Thomas Robertson, the government and defense rested, which sets up the final stage of the trial — jury deliberations.

With the jury assembled, the federal trial against the former Rocky Mount police officer charged for taking part in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riots began.

Jurors have heard conflicting explanations for why an off-duty police officer from Virginia entered the U.S. Capitol during last year's riot.

Over a year ago, two off-duty police officers from a small town in Virginia were charged with storming the U.S. Capitol together. One of them is heading to trial and faced a courtroom full of potential jurors on Monday. The other could be a key prosecution witness.

Former Rocky Mount police officer Thomas Robertson has been indicted on charges related to the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6.