LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney has announced the sentencing of a man for the 2021 murder of 47-year-old Scottie Humbles that occurred at the James Crossing Apartments. On November 13, 29-year-old Ja’Quain Quintez Miller pled guilty to Second-Degree Murder, Use of a Firearm During a Murder, Possession of a Firearm by a…
An cockfighting operation involving 80 chickens has been discovered and dismantled by authorities in Stafford County, Virginia. Deputies in Stafford County recovered 80 chickens from a home, leading to felony charges.(Courtesy Stafford County Sheriff’s Office) Deputies in Stafford County recovered 80 chickens from a home, leading to felony charges.(Courtesy Stafford County Sheriff’s Office) An cockfighting…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – With the election season ending and inflation rates cooling down, the economy and food prices have been one of the top issues for people and families throughout the country. But what do the numbers tell us about when compared to last year or during the pandemic? A recent study by USAFacts.org…
WYTHE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Wythe County Sheriff’s Office has announced its new design for patrol cars. The new design features the American Flag dedicated to patriots and veterans who have served or actively serving our country. The flag is a reminder of the freedom they help protect. Wythe County community celebrates reopening of…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke Fire & EMS will announce the winners of the 20th annual Fire Prevention Art Contest. They will announce the winner on Thursday, November 21 at Station 5 while celebrating artists in the City of Roanoke and highlighting fire safety. The theme of this year’s Fire Prevention Week was “Smoke Alarms-…
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) has announced it will begin the encryption of its radio transmissions. On November 14 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the LPD will conduct a one-day test to test the new encrypted radio system. The full usage of the system is expected to be used fully…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Carilion Clinic and Saint Francis Service Dogs are teaming up to bring the first pediatric facility dog to the region. On Tuesday, November 12 at 11:00 a.m. they brought Wali in as the first pediatric dog to support young patients at the Clinic in Tanglewood Center. Wali will be working with…
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — On Wednesday, November 13, Governor Youngkin announced over 2,000 jobs will be coming to Pittsylvania County with a $1.35 billion investment in a new tech manufacturing facility. “This historic $1.35 billion investment by Microporous in Pittsylvania County marks a new chapter in Virginia’s incredible advanced manufacturing story,” said Governor Glenn…
A Northern Virginia hospital is opening a new unit in one of their emergency rooms that is specifically designed to treat patients undergoing a mental health crisis. According to Inova Fairfax Hospital, it is the first of its kind in the region. A Northern Virginia hospital is opening a new unit in one of their…
After Arlington County successfully adopted and implemented Virginia’s first ranked choice voting general election earlier this month, more localities are considering reforming their voting options. This article was reprinted with permission from Virginia Mercury. After Arlington County successfully adopted and implemented Virginia’s first ranked choice voting general election earlier this month, more localities are considering…
