Bassett student brings gun to school
On November 20, 2024, at approximately 9:45 AM, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office was notified by officials from Bassett High…
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Murder trial set after four years
Randy Jurden Largen will be tried in January for the beating death of Cindra Martin over four years ago. Martin…
Casino revenue down slightly
Revenue at the Danville Casino dropped about $100,000 in October to $18.2 million. About $13.4 million came from slots, while…
Henry County to unveil new Fitness Court
The public is invited to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Fitness Court at the Monogram Foods Smith River Sports Complex tomorrow at…
Gas prices up slightly
Gas prices have risen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99 today in Virginia. The cost is…
Magna Vista advances, Martinsville and Patrick County eliminated
Martinsville was eliminated from postseason play at Glenvar Friday night with a 69-7 loss. The Bulldogs finish with a 3-8…
Two arrested in drug bust at Foxtree Apartments
On November 14, 2024, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office successfully executed a narcotic search warrant located at 50 Foxtree Dr.…
Area could get two inches of rain today
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BLACKSBURG: Widespread rainfall is expected today as low pressure passes across the region and then transitions…
Microporous to Invest $1.35 Billion and Create Over 2,000 Jobs in Pittsylvania County
Battery separator manufacturer will establish over 1 million square feet of facilities on the Southern Virginia Megasite RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn…
2,000 jobs expected to come to Berry Hill
The Danville Pittsylvania County Regional Industrial Facility Authority will vote on a performance agreement this week for a company that…