Surrounding Counties

3 days ago

State grant could help Albemarle attract a neighbor for AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is one of the biggest economic developments ever to arrive in Albemarle County, but there are a number of steps to complete before local residents see the benefits become a reality.

5 days ago

Recent rain a temporary reprieve from drought conditions

Most of central Virginia now classified under "extreme" drought

7 days ago

Consider natural gas infrastructure ahead of hurricane season, experts advise

Natural gas customers should label gas valves, water valves, and electricity main switches.

2 weeks ago

Despite drought conditions, area reservoirs remain full

RWSA is monitoring low stream flows and lack of precipitation Accuweather said will likely continue into summer.

2 weeks ago

ACPD arrests Palmyra man in Hydraulic Rd break-in

The suspect broke into a home occupied by a couple and their infant child.

2 weeks ago

Trial of assistant principal accused of negligence in school shooting begins

Ebony Parker faces multiple counts, including eight charges of child neglect, stemming from the incident that led to the shooting of teacher Abby Zwerner, a Ruckersville native and JMU alum.

2 weeks ago

Record-high temperatures expected over the next three days

With forecasts calling for highs in the upper 90s, the region could break records set in 1911 and 1934.

2 weeks ago

Area counties join together to fight Valley Link

Campbell County is the only potentially-impacted county not in opposition at this time.

3 weeks ago

VDH declares measles outbreak in Buckingham Co.

The announcement came Wednesday, just two days after the VDH announced a case of measles in a child in the region.

3 weeks ago

Spanberger signs campus gun safety, clean energy bills in Charlottesville

The Governor held signing ceremonies at UVA's Rotunda, and Charlottesville's Apex Plaza.

3 weeks ago

VDH confirms Central Virginia measles case in Buckingham Co.

The infected child had not traveled, spurring concern that there could be more, unreported cases locally.

3 weeks ago

11th annual ‘Cares for Kids’ radiothon to benefit UVA Health Children’s

Stories will be told throughout from families who've experienced UVA Health Children's care

3 weeks ago

Local entrepreneur champions olive oil flights in top world wine region

Olive Oil Flights owner says olive oil has different qualities on the palate just like wine does

4 weeks ago

State Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum

The court ruled that the state's Democratic-led legislature violated procedural requirements when it placed the constitutional amendment on the ballot.

4 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank looking Saturday to Stamp Out Hunger

Letter carriers pick up non-perishable food items from people's mailboxes

4 weeks ago

Blenheim Winery veteran chosen Monticello Wine Trail’s first-ever Executive Director

Tracey Love plans to expand networks and collaboration in her new role with 2023 Wine Region of the Year worldwide.

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Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup

World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.