# virginia news (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover virginia news. Page: Feed: --- ## [Two people face drug related charges after home confinement check in Wyoming County](https://woay.com/two-people-face-drug-related-charges-after-home-confinement-check-in-wyoming-county/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Deputies were assisting the Wyoming County Home Confinement Office Tuesday, August 25, when a home-confinement officer noticed a crystal-like substance in the pocket of 31-year-old Steven Clark, of Oceana. Deputies then entered the residence, where they encountered 30-year-old Alexander Riddle. #WyomingCounty #WOAY ## [West Virginia Lottery is launching Powerball Xs and Os game in collaboration with the NFL; Ticket sales begin September 8](https://woay.com/west-virginia-lottery-is-launching-powerball-xs-and-os-game-in-collaboration-with-the-nfl-ticket-sales-begin-september-8/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Ticket sales begin September 8, with the first drawing set for September 13. Players will choose eight NFL team logos from 32 options. Each Sunday at 10:00 p.m., eight winning logos will be randomly selected. Tickets cost five dollars per play. #WOAY ## [The Greenbrier Historical Society holding groundbreaking ceremony for new Meadow River Valley Museum on August 29](https://woay.com/the-greenbrier-historical-society-holding-groundbreaking-ceremony-for-new-meadow-river-valley-museum-on-august-29/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The new museum will preserve and share the stories of Western Greenbrier’s coal mining, timber and railroad industries, along with the people and communities that shaped the region. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY ## [City of Bluefield turning lemons into Lemonade Fest on August 28](https://woay.com/city-of-bluefield-turning-lemons-into-lemonade-fest-on-august-28/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The event runs from noon until 5:30 p.m., with free lemonade courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce, a splash pad, train rides, trolley rides, contests, live music from The Untrained Professionals and Pieces of One, food, vendors, and more. #MercerCounty #WOAY ## [Leavitt talks about what's next for her on last day at White House](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/leavitt-talks-about-whats-next-for-her-on-last-day-at-white-house/) _2026-08-27 · Mallory Wilson and The Hill · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said there’s “definitely a list” of who could be her successor, but no decisions have been made just yet, as she takes on her last day in the role. ## [Richwood man charged with murder in neighbor’s death](https://woay.com/richwood-man-charged-with-murder-in-neighbors-death/) _2026-08-27 · Caleb Pearl · WOAY-TV_ State police say Ross Adkins Jr. fatally shot Nathan Facemire during a dispute Wednesday evening on Cheyenne Drive in Holcomb, Nicholas County. ## [New River Community and Technical College offering Grant Writing course at Nicholas County campus on September 22](https://woay.com/new-river-community-and-technical-college-offering-grant-writing-course-at-nicholas-county-campus-on-september-22/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The $30 course will cover strategies for completing grant applications and developing competitive funding proposals. Participants will also receive a comprehensive notebook with sample grants, cover letters, budget forms, final reports, submission guidance and grant-writing terminology. #NicholasCounty #WOAY ## [Man facing burglary charges in Raleigh County](https://woay.com/man-facing-burglary-charges-in-raleigh-county/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Deputy Villers began investigating a stolen vehicle reported in the Piney View area on August 24 and developed information identifying 48-year-old Michael Shawn Ayers as a possible suspect. The vehicle was later located in Beckley. #RaleighCounty #WOAY ## [ARH Stroke Support Group hosting monthly meeting on September 3 at Raleigh County Commission on Aging](https://woay.com/arh-stroke-support-group-hosting-monthly-meeting-on-september-3-at-raleigh-county-commission-on-aging/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The monthly ARH support group meets on the first Thursday of each month and provides educational information, resources, and opportunities for connection. The next meeting is on Thursday, September 3, at 10:00 am at the Raleigh County Commission on Aging and will be centered on setting realistic goals and dealing with frustration. #RaleighCounty #WOAY ## [Ashes in potted plant spark fire at apartment complex in Rockville, caused $2 million in damages: Officials](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/montgomery-county/ashes-in-potted-plant-spark-fire-at-apartment-complex-in-rockville-caused-2-million-in-damages-officials/) _2026-08-27 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Several families were displaced after a fire at an apartment complex in Rockville caused about $2 million in damages, according to officials. ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/aKRTUcgxKIfP) _2026-08-27 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [Three Rivers Avian Center flying Wings of Wonder: WV Birds of Prey program to Pipestem Resort State Park on September 6](https://woay.com/three-rivers-avian-center-flying-wings-of-wonder-wv-birds-of-prey-program-to-pipestem-resort-state-park-on-september-6/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The “Wings of Wonder: WV Birds of Prey” program is coming to Pipestem Resort State Park on September 6 at 2:00 p.m. The free, interactive program will feature six live bird ambassadors, including owls, falcons, a raven, hawk, and bald eagle Regis. #SummersCounty #MercerCounty #WOAY ## [Greenbrier Historical Society seeking volunteer actors for cemetery tours this October](https://woay.com/greenbrier-historical-society-seeking-volunteer-actors-for-cemetery-tours-this-october/) _2026-08-27 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The Greenbrier Historical Society is looking for volunteers to help bring local history to life after death this fall. The organization is seeking volunteer actors to play ghosts for its historic cemetery tours in October. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY ## [Apartment fire in Southeast DC displaces four adults, four dogs](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/apartment-fire-in-southeast-dc-displaces-four-adults-four-dogs/) _2026-08-27 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Multiple people and dogs were forced from their home overnight following a fire in Southeast D.C. ## [Virginians can now add driver's license, IDs to Apple Wallet: What to know](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/tech-talk/virginians-can-now-add-drivers-license-ids-to-apple-wallet-what-to-know/) _2026-08-27 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ In the era of tap-to-pay, Virginians can now add their state-issued driver's license or identification card to their Apple Wallet. ## [Flames engulf two-story Hyattsville home; no injuries reported](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/flames-engulf-two-story-hyattsville-home-no-injuries-reported/) _2026-08-27 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ No one was hurt after a fire broke out in the Hyattsville community, leaving a home charred on Wednesday evening. ## [More school bus issues plague parents in Prince George's County](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/more-school-bus-issues-plague-parents-in-prince-georges-county/) _2026-08-27 · Dave Leval · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Chaos with school bus assignments created massive lines at campuses, with parents waiting to drop off and pick up their children. ## [Storm threat returns Thursday afternoon, evening](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/weather/storm-threat-returns-thursday-afternoon-evening/) _2026-08-27 · Jackie Layer · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Ahead of an approaching cold front, we'll see the threat of some strong to severe thunderstorms for Thursday afternoon and evening, with the main hazards being heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and strong wind gusts. The Storm Prediction Center has placed the DC and Baltimore-metro regions, along with northern VA, north-central MD and parts of the \[...\] ## [DMV parents who lost children to online harms say Meta settlement is progress, but not enough](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/dmv-parents-who-lost-children-to-online-harms-say-meta-settlement-is-progress-but-not-enough/) _2026-08-27 · Ben Dennis · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Two parents from the D.C. region who lost children after separate forms of online harm say Meta’s multibillion-dollar settlement with states represents progress but falls short of the broader protections they want Congress and the technology industry to adopt. ## [Washington Commanders sell new gear featuring retired logo](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/sports/professional-sports/nfl/washington-football/__trashed-308/) _2026-08-26 · Kaitlyn Dillon · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Several merchandise items featuring the former Washington Commanders team name and logo are for sale at Northwest Stadium, the team announced Wednesday. ## [Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild takes shape as Maryland seeks new contractors](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/francis-scott-key-bridge-rebuild-takes-shape-as-maryland-seeks-new-contractors/) _2026-08-26 · Liberty Simmons · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Construction is underway to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge more than two years after its deadly collapse. ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IK16TGR5eiJr) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Still beautiful today, mugginess returns on Wednesday](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/weather/still-beautiful-today-mugginess-returns-on-wednesday/) _2026-08-25 · Damon Matson · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ What a beautiful start to the week we've had, as humidity levels remain low by late August standards. Tonight, high pressure will pass directly overhead, keeping it pleasant and calm as temperatures cool back down into the 50s and 60s. It won't feel quite as crisp Wednesday morning however, as humidity starts to creep back \[...\] ## [Bluefield celebrates Beaver/Graham Week](https://woay.com/bluefield-celebrates-beaver-graham-week/) _2026-08-25 · Caleb Pearl · WOAY-TV_ The Bluefield Beavers and Graham G-Men meet Friday at Mitchell Stadium, capping a week of events uniting both Bluefields. ## [Appalachian Regional Health Care farmers’ market is back tomorrow](https://woay.com/appalachian-regional-health-care-farmers-market-is-back-tomorrow/) _2026-08-25 · Mike Teaney · WOAY-TV_ The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of 250 Stanaford Road in Beckley. ## [Bowie woman dies days after shooting, police say](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/bowie-woman-dies-days-after-shooting-police-say/) _2026-08-25 · Makea Luzader · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ A woman died from her injuries after a shooting in Bowie days earlier, police said. ## [Agreement reached between various parties in Fayette County PSD sale, engineering firm seeks default judgment of debt](https://woay.com/agreement-reached-between-various-parties-in-fayette-county-psd-sale-engineering-firm-seeks-default-judgment-of-debt/) _2026-08-25 · Mike Teaney · WOAY-TV_ CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY) – Significant progress seems to have been made in the Fayette County Commission’s purchase agreement that would sell several county PSDs to American water – a deal that has been plagued by allegations of uncovered debt and legal issues since the process began well over a year ago. A Joint Stipulation and \[…\] ## [School bus driver dies after crash in Montgomery County](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/montgomery-county/school-bus-driver-dies-after-crash-in-montgomery-county/) _2026-08-25 · Makea Luzader · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Officials said they believe the driver suffered from a medical emergency, causing the crash. ## [Over 1,300 arrested in massive ICE operation across Virginia, Maryland](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/over-1300-arrested-in-massive-ice-operation-across-virginia-maryland/) _2026-08-25 · Randi Bass · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ The DHS said sexual assailants, kidnappers, drunk drivers, robbers and gang members were arrested in the operation, but not everyone arrested had non-immigration-related criminal charges against them. ## [Cunningham Falls State Park reopens after rabid beaver attacks](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/frederick-county-md/cunningham-falls-state-park-reopens-after-rabid-beaver-attacks/) _2026-08-25 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Cunningham State Falls Park reopened after rabid beavers attacked a 13-year-old and a 19-year-old less than two weeks apart. ## [MCPS welcomes students back to school amid budget constraints, $3 billion in deferred maintenance](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/community/back-to-school/mcps-welcomes-students-back-to-school-amid-budget-constraints-3b-in-deferred-maintenance/) _2026-08-25 · Mariel Carbone · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Montgomery County Public Schools welcomed roughly 156,000 students back to school Tuesday. However, the new academic year comes amid budget constraints across the school district. ## [Dolly Parton has died, family announces: 'She will always love you'](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/us-and-world/dolly-parton-has-died-family-announces/) _2026-08-25 · Addy Bink · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ “May God bless Dolly Parton, and may God bless you all. She will always love you." ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JwcHfu8BKIHt) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [Man arrested in Colorado months after deadly Prince George's County shooting](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/man-arrested-in-colorado-months-after-deadly-prince-georges-county-shooting/) _2026-08-25 · Jenny Gable · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Police said the shooting stemmed from an argument. ## [One Tank Trip: Burning Rock](https://woay.com/one-tank-trip-burning-rock/) _2026-08-25 · Tanner Beam · WOAY-TV_ It is time for this week's One Tank Trip! ## [Police pursuit ends in crash on Crain Highway; 3 injured](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/prince-georges-county/crash-on-crain-highway-blocks-traffic-in-prince-georges-county/) _2026-08-25 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ TRAFFIC ALERT: First responders have blocked off all lanes on Crain Highway after a crash in Prince George's County, according to officials. ## [Mount Hope Mayor Michael Kessinger provides update on Proposed RV Park and Stream Restoration Efforts](https://woay.com/mount-hope-mayor-michael-kessinger-provides-update-on-proposed-rv-park-and-stream-restoration-efforts/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Kessinger says the city has faced financial challenges from the buyout for years. According to a statement from the Mayor, the properties are subject to federal deed restrictions, with Fayette County holding the restricted deeds. The buyout also reportedly eliminated about 102 water and sewer customers, while the city remained responsible for debt on the sewer system built to serve the area.… ## [Applications for financial assistance available for Fayette County residents impacted by severe flooding](https://woay.com/applications-for-financial-assistance-available-for-fayette-county-residents-impacted-by-severe-flooding/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Applications are due by noon on September 15. The commission says it is only accepting applications at this time. After applications are received, the commission will determine at a public meeting whether assistance will be provided and how much eligible applicants may receive. #FayetteCounty #WOAY ## [Governor Morrisey appoints William J. Vest to 50th District House of Delegates seat](https://woay.com/governor-morrisey-appoints-william-j-vest-to-50th-district-house-of-delegates-seat/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ Vest brings more than 40 years of public safety and administrative experience to the legislature, including more than three decades with the West Virginia corrections system. He retired in 2022 as Acting Administrator and Superintendent of the Beckley Correctional Center. Vest also served as Deputy Warden and Associate Warden of Security at Mount Olive Correctional Complex, where he oversaw… ## [Lewisburg chosen as a contender for Hallmark Channel’s search for Merriest Christmas Town](https://woay.com/lewisburg-chosen-as-a-contender-for-hallmark-channels-search-for-merriest-christmas-town/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ A win would put Lewisburg and the Greenbrier Valley in the national spotlight while highlighting the community's businesses, residents and Christmas traditions. Supporters can vote daily through September 4 on the Hallmark Channel's Merriest Christmas Towns contest website. #GreenbrierCounty #WOAY ## [WV Collective hosting auditions for male lead role in Batboy: The Musical on August 26](https://woay.com/wv-collective-hosting-auditions-for-male-lead-role-in-batboy-the-musical-on-august-26/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ The role is open to males ages 15 to 26, and strong vocals are a must. Auditions will be held Wednesday, August 26, at 5:30 p.m. at Kid in the Background on Prince Street in Beckley. If you can't make Wednesday's audition but are interested, organizers say to reach out to make other arrangements. #RaleighCounty #WOAY ## [Workforce WV hosting monthly virtual job fair on September 2](https://woay.com/workforce-wv-hosting-monthly-virtual-job-fair-on-september-2/) _2026-08-25 · Brandy Lawrence · WOAY-TV_ WorkForce West Virginia says its virtual job fairs have connected more than 41,000 registered job seekers with more than 5,000 employers and nearly 18,000 available job openings over the past three years. The agency says the August event alone included 750 available job openings. #WOAY ## [Teen boy taken to hospital after shooting in Southeast DC](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/dc-police-investigate-overnight-shooting-in-anacostia/) _2026-08-25 · Odyssey Fields · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Multiple police cars were spotted in Southeast D.C. late Monday night following a shooting. ## [33rd Kids’ Classic Festival starts on Labor Day.](https://woay.com/33rd-kids-classic-festival-starts-on-labor-day/) _2026-08-23 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ The festival will kick off at 6 on Labor Day evening with the home run derby at Beckley Little League. ## [Don’t miss the last Fridays in the Park performance on the 28th!](https://woay.com/dont-miss-the-last-fridays-in-the-park-performance-on-the-28th/) _2026-08-23 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ The final Friday of the season will feature Strings of Green and Mike Kincaid from 11:30 am to 1 pm on August 28th. ...it's a show that shouldn't be missed, and there are many other new and exciting things to do close by. ## [Strong front moves into DMV tonight with rain and wind](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/weather/weather-forecast/strong-front-moves-into-dmv-tonight-with-rain-and-wind/) _2026-08-23 · Scott Sumner · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ On this Saturday rain and thunderstorms will approach our western counties, especially along the Allegany Front region in western Maryland as a cool front moves in from the Ohio Valley. Severe threat is low but still in place with damaging winds and possible flooding with the approach of the front into the DMV. After the \[...\] ## [Mon Power reschedules planned outage in Greenbrier and Pocahontas Counties](https://woay.com/mon-power-reschedules-planned-outage-in-greenbrier-and-pocahontas-counties/) _2026-08-23 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ Wednesday, August 26th, from 8 am until 2 pm, the outage will affect areas including Lewisburg, Maxwelton, Anthony, Frankford, Renick, Trout, Droop, Hillsboro, Watoga, Mill Point, Raintown, and Buckeye. ## [Freedom 250 Grand Prix debuts in the District to excitement](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/dmv-celebrates-250/freedom-250-grand-prix-debuts-in-the-district-to-excitement/) _2026-08-23 · Dave Leval · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ The first day of racing at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix left fans excited. ## [State Fair wraps up](https://woay.com/state-fair-wraps-up/) _2026-08-23 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ "...overall it's been a great fair for our 101st anniversary." ## [WVU Tech professor earns prestigious CFI designation](https://woay.com/wvu-tech-professor-earns-prestigious-cfi-designation/) _2026-08-23 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ Wheeler says that gathering reliable information through ethical, evidence-based practices is essential to the pursuit of justice, and the designation reflects his commitment to bringing best practices to the classroom and the field. ## [Local jiu-jitsu practitioners competing in Las Vegas UFC BJJ Open](https://woay.com/local-jiu-jitsu-practitioners-competing-in-las-vegas-ufc-bjj-open/) _2026-08-22 · Jonathan Schwitzerlette · WOAY-TV_ "Arte Suave" is Portuguese for "the gentle art" of Brazilian jiu-jitsu—and the name of US army veteran and black belt Chris McKinney's Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Beckley. ## [Skunk, bat test positive for rabies in Charles County](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/maryland/charles-county/skunk-bat-test-positive-for-rabies-in-charles-county/) _2026-08-22 · Jenny Gable · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ Two animals in Charles County have tested positive for rabies, health officials confirmed. ## [Barricade situation on Pennsylvania Avenue in Northwest DC resolved: Police](https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/barricade-situation-on-pennsylvania-avenue-in-northwest-dc-prompts-road-closures/) _2026-08-22 · Jenny Gable · DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live_ D.C. police responded to a barricade situation in Northwest on Saturday, prompting road closures.