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Firefighters battled a significant house fire Thursday in a wooded area of Augusta County.

Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday at approximately 8:30 p.m. in Rockingham County. 

Yesterday was the 75th Anniversary of the 1951 Moton High School Walkout in Farmville.

A judge has blocked the new congressional map voters approved on Tuesday.

After 12 years of leadership that reshaped Virginia Tech Athletics, Whit Babcock announced today that he will transition from his role as the director of athletics, effective June 30, 2026.

Motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through the area to give first responders space to work.

The legislation reportedly creates a ten-factor scoring system designed to bring greater consistency and transparency to parole decisions.

The measures include the creation of a statewide paid family and medical leave program, along with policies addressing wage theft, pay equity, and compensation standards for public construction workers.

The Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Democratic Committee will be hosting a Candidates’ Fair this Sunday, April 26, from 4-6pm.

Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day and law enforcement agencies throughout the valley are participating.