Decades of planning and investment lead to economic revival in Southside
Read full article: Decades of planning and investment lead to economic revival in SouthsideWork is underway on the site of the Microporous development in Pittsylvania County. The battery company is promising to invest more than $1 billion dollars and add more than 2,000 jobs to the community.
Rookie’s Ice Cream relocates to Cave Spring with grand re-opening
Read full article: Rookie’s Ice Cream relocates to Cave Spring with grand re-openingRookie’s Ice Cream has moved from downtown to a new location in Cave Spring, and the team is eager to engage with the local community. The new store, located in Suite D at 3549 Electric Road, opened its doors this past Tuesday. To celebrate, Rookie’s is hosting a grand re-opening on Friday, Feb. 21.
SWVA Wildlife Center hosts 3rd Annual Baby Shower; Here’s how you can help
Read full article: SWVA Wildlife Center hosts 3rd Annual Baby Shower; Here’s how you can helpToday, the Wildlife Warriors for the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center held their 3rd Annual Baby Shower! The goal of the Baby Shower is to prepare for the spring baby rush, when the Wildlife Hospital expects to admit more than 1,000 injured or orphaned baby wildlife.
Hops for Hops fundraiser: Community gathers to support local hero
Read full article: Hops for Hops fundraiser: Community gathers to support local heroThe Bedford community is set to come together on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, for the “Hops for Hops” fundraiser, an event dedicated to supporting local firefighter Matt “Hops” Scott in his fight against kidney cancer.
City of Radford hard at work in revitalizing old foundry site
Read full article: City of Radford hard at work in revitalizing old foundry siteLast August, the City of Radford took a significant step forward in its efforts to revitalize the old foundry property by receiving a grant aimed at cleaning up the site. This initiative was a crucial part of the city’s plan to address environmental concerns and prepare the area for future development.
Roanoke County seeking input on connecting Roanoke River Greenway to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: Roanoke County seeking input on connecting Roanoke River Greenway to the Blue Ridge ParkwayRoanoke County and the Virginia Department of Transportation are working out plans to connect the Greenway from Roanoke City to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Rockbridge County Fire and Rescue to launch lifesaving PulsePoint app locally
Read full article: Rockbridge County Fire and Rescue to launch lifesaving PulsePoint app locallyRockbridge County Fire-Rescue is launching the PulsePoint app on Feb. 14 to enhance community health and engagement in Rockbridge County and the cities of Buena Vista and Lexington.
Larry Carter: The New River Valley’s community staple and his journey to recovery
Read full article: Larry Carter: The New River Valley’s community staple and his journey to recoveryLarry Carter, a beloved figure in the New River Valley, has dedicated his life to serving his community. Known for his roles as a pastor, Walmart greeter, and affectionately referred to as the “biscuit man” or “donut man,” Carter has always greeted people with warmth and a smile.
Teen’s miraculous recovery after sled accident in Christiansburg
Read full article: Teen’s miraculous recovery after sled accident in ChristiansburgA teenager in Christiansburg, Ashton Hodge, experienced a life-threatening sled riding accident on January 11th, leading to two brain bleeds and required him to be placed in a medically induced coma.
Rural hospital, big impact: Wythe County Community Hospital receives top grade in patient safety
Read full article: Rural hospital, big impact: Wythe County Community Hospital receives top grade in patient safetyThe Wythe County Community Hospital is busting the myth of rural hospitals, proving their quality of care is of the highest standards.
Launch LYH 2025: Empowering entrepreneurs to shape Lynchburg’s future
Read full article: Launch LYH 2025: Empowering entrepreneurs to shape Lynchburg’s futureThe Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) has announced the return of Launch LYH, a program aimed at revitalizing the heart of Lynchburg by supporting entrepreneurs eager to start, relocate, or expand their businesses in the downtown area.
Annual Giles County free Community Christmas Dinner set to give meals out for another year
Read full article: Annual Giles County free Community Christmas Dinner set to give meals out for another yearFor those in Giles county who do not have someone to spend it with, or can’t afford to buy a meal, there is still a way they can have a good Christmas.
Giles County teen host 7th annual Christmas Community Dinner
Read full article: Giles County teen host 7th annual Christmas Community DinnerIt’s Christmas Eve and many of us are preparing or recovering from a traditional holiday meal, but for some, they might not be able to afford that meal or have no one to spend it with.
Roanoke County community shares optimism, concerns over Old Poage Farm development
Read full article: Roanoke County community shares optimism, concerns over Old Poage Farm developmentIt was standing room only Tuesday night as Roanoke County residents packed a community meeting at the South County Library to learn about the proposed Old Poage Farm development.
