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The university, which is in the town of Boone, has been under a State of Emergency since last Thursday after floodwaters ravaged the region, leaving many residents still isolated and experiencing power outages, challenges with communication and transportation.

According to a news release, officers responded to multiple calls reporting gunfire in the 1700 block of W. Beverley St around 1:30 p.m., Tuesday.

Assistant County Administrator Casey Armstong told host Jim Britt on WSVA’s Early Mornings Tuesday that the amendment to be voted on will help mitigate the impact of the county’s critical infrastructure.

According to online records, Rodney Dwayne Phillips will appear before a Staunton Circuit Court grand jury on Oct. 21.

Officials are continuously monitoring conditions across the area, and specifically in the Briery Branch and Hone Quarry areas. According to a social media post from the department, there is no concern about the integrity of either dam and no need for emergency evacuations.

The free event is open to adults 18 and older who want to receive a free flu shot from the convenience of their vehicles. The clinics will be held rain or shine, and vaccinations will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

River flood warning through early Wednesday morning

Les Sinclair, the Food Bank’s spokesperson, explained that this program is part of a larger federal initiative called the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

The exhibition, “Find Yourself in the 1970s: Snapshots of Life at Bridgewater College,” will include archival photographs, artifacts and interpretive text telling the story of BC student life in the ’70s.

The Beekhuis Award recognizes an affiliated Center for Economic Education in the CEE network for outstanding performance in working with teachers and delivering high-quality programs and community outreach.