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National Weather Service issues Tornado Watch for Central VirginiaUPDATE 11:02 P.M. (WFXR)– The National Weather Service has canceled the tornado watch in Pittsylvania, Halifax, Campbell Counties, and the City of Lynchburg. Although these areas have had the watch canceled, it remains in effect in Amherst, Appomattox, Nelson, and Charlotte Counties. WFXR News will update this story as...Lynchburg, VA23 hours ago
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WFXRPinpoint Weather: Debby to bring rain, isolated tornadoesUPDATE 12:44 P.M. – A Tornado Watch is in effect until 8 p.m. for Campbell, Appomattox, Charlotte, and Halifax counties, including the City of Lynchburg. Thunderstorms associated with Tropical Storm Debby may display rotation. Isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out. Stay weather-aware and have at least two ways to receive severe weather alerts. ROANOKE, Va. […]
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Brunswicktimes Gazette
EMPOWER Receives funding for fiber internet to 3,983 Southside addressesOn July 24, 2024 Virginia Governor Youngkin’s office announced the Southside Planning District Commission (SPDC) and its internet partner, EMPOWER Broadband, were awarded $3.35 million from the 2024 Virginia Telecommunications Initiative. With this grant, EMPOWER will extend fiber network access to an additional 3,983 addresses in portions of Mecklenburg, Halifax and Brunswick counties. This award is an integral “next- step” in continuing EMPOWER’s strategic buildout.22 hours ago
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Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Dan River and Pigg RiverThe National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Flood Warning for the Dan River and Pigg River. Pigg River Near Sandy Level affecting Pittsylvania County. Dan River at the sewage treatment plant near Danville affecting City of Danville, Pittsylvania, Caswell and Rockingham counties. Dan River Near Wentworth affecting Rockingham...7
WDBJ 7Halifax County Shooting Victim Identified
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DC News NowRescued Halifax County puppies catch flight to new lifeHALIFAX COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Halifax County SPCA helped relocate seven puppies rescued from a suspected dogfighting operation. Nearly thirty dogs were seized by Animal Control last week, and Kelly Powell says the SPCA helps the county shelter handle seizures. They reached out to see what shelters in Virginia could take in the puppies […]
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Man identified in Halifax County fatal shooting, suspect still at largeHALIFAX COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The search is on for a suspected killer who took the life of a man who Halifax County authorities just identified. There are many answered questions about what led up to the deadly shooting, but authorities confirmed that the victim is 35-year-old Travis Ragsdale.ABC13 spoke with Ragsdale earlier this summer about another tragic story.3 days ago
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Halifax County Gun Club Youth members compete at Junior World ChampionshipsJacksonville Target Sports Center in Jacksonville, Florida, played host this year to the National Skeet Shooting Association’s World Junior Skeet Championships. Normally this event is held at the NSSA’s headquarters in San Antonio, Texas, but a change was made this year to give the young shooters a different club and different background to compete on.Jacksonville, FL7 hours ago
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Traffic poised to be challenge near Halifax County High School as students head back MondayMonday is the first day of a new school year for students at Halifax County High School. With construction of a new high school on the grounds of the current high school, school administrators caution that traffic congestion during student drop-off and pick-up times will be worse than in years past.6 hours ago
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Jessie James WestMr. Jessie James West of Halifax County died on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, at the age of 43. Mr. West was born June 6, 1981, in Halifax County to Sylvester Faulkner and May Faulkner.1 day ago
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Halifax County declares state of emergency ahead of tropical systemHalifax County has declared a state of emergency ahead of heavy rain and flooding worries associated with Tropical Storm Berry. Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Tuesday enacted a statewide declaration. On Wednesday afternoon, Dennis Witt, the Halifax County emergency services director followed suit in Halifax County.1 day ago
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Update: Major flooding expected as rains from tropical system invade Halifax CountyHeavy rains and anticipated flooding from Tropical Storm Debby prompted emergency declarations from Halifax County and South Boston as major traffic disruptions seemed increasingly more likely. After making landfall on the South Carolina coast early Thursday, Tropical Storm Debby’s rain started invading Southside Virginia, bringing an extreme risk of flooding....South Boston, VA1 day ago
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PHOTOS: National Night Out unites Halifax County communityHalifax County residents joined with law enforcement and community agencies to celebrate Tuesday’s 41st annual National Night Out at the Halifax County Fairgrounds. Kicking off with a parade, it featured a free hot dog supper, impaired driving simulator, tour of the law enforcement vehicles, K-9 demonstrations, bouncy houses, donut-eating contest and a watermelon-eating contest.1 day ago
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