2+ hour, 55+ min ago  (285+ words) Daril Edward Harvey, a devoted family man and skilled tile finisher, passed away on June 18, 2026, in his hometown of Newport, Virginia, just one day after his 77th birthday. Born on June 17, 1949, in Newport, Daril lived a life marked by dedication to…...

2+ hour, 49+ min ago  (329+ words) Edna Mae Davis, 80, of Rich Creek, Virginia, entered her heavenly home on June 14, 2026, and is now resting in the arms of her Savior after a life devoted to faith, family, and service. Born on November 12, 1945, in Pineville, West Virginia, Edna…...

2+ hour, 39+ min ago  (706+ words) America's 250th'anniversary is an exciting time for Virginia communities and the United States. Because this is truly a big deal, I will dedicate two columns to honor this remarkable moment in our history. As the State at the epicenter of…...

2+ hour, 40+ min ago  (196+ words) The Medal of Honor is our nation's highest award. Only 300 U. S. Marines have worn the Medal, and we are incredibly honored that our father, Colonel John W. Ripley, will be included in those ranks. He was a proud Virginian, and loved the…...

2+ hour, 35+ min ago  (431+ words) In response to the historic drought conditions creating challenges for communities and farmers across Virginia, Governor Spanberger today " in coordination with the Virginia Drought Monitoring Task Force " encouraged Virginians to take voluntary, commonsense steps to conserve water use. Despite much…...

3+ hour, 44+ min ago  (153+ words) 16-year-old Kameron Cromer is missing from Narrows, Virginia and was last seen on June 15, 2026. He was wearing a black shirt, tan sweatpants, and Crocs. There was a possible sighting of Kameron in Christiansburg, Virginia on June 16. Kameron has medical conditions…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (233+ words) John Gemmill Hutchins, 87, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026. Born in Radford, Virginia, on January 2, 1939, John lived a life defined by service, hard work, and dedication to his family. He proudly served his country after being drafted into the United States…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (696+ words) Elwood C. Brewster, 95, formerly of Dataw Island SC, died Friday, June 12, 2026 at Vitas Healthcare Hospice in Viera FL. Mr. Brewster was born in Norfolk VA to the late Emmett and Allie P. Brewster. He was predeceased by his wife Vera and his…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (756+ words) Governor Abigail Spanberger, Senator Lashrecse Aird, and Delegate Paul Krizek today announced an agreement to create a safe, legal, and well-regulated adult-use retail cannabis market through the budget process " completing a years-long process that began in 2020. The proposed compromise legislation…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (421+ words) Governor Abigail Spanberger " alongside Virginia law enforcement officers, students, doctors and nurses, and families impacted by gun violence " yesterday signed a package of commonsense legislation to prevent gun violence, save lives, and make the Commonwealth a safer home for all…...