Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 at approximately 2:12 p.m. on Route 58 in Lee County. A 2016 Nissan SUV was travelling westbound on Route 58 at the intersection with Burning Well Road when it was unable to avoid a 2017 Lincoln which had pulled into the intersection from a […]
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Candidates for Statewide Races Declare Positions on Ag Issues
Candidates for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general have partnered with Virginia Farm Bureau Federation AgPAC, a nonpartisan political action committee, to present their stances on agricultural and forestry issues that align with Farm Bureau policy. While endorsements will not be issued for individual candidates for the top spots in state leadership this year, farmers serving on the AgPAC board […]
AppCAA’s Woliver Earns AECP Award
Appalachian Community Action & Development Agency, Inc.(AppCAA) announces that Justin Woliver, Energy Auditor/Quality Control Inspector received the John Langford Memorial Scholarship Award for outstanding technical staff this year. This award is given by the Association of Energy Conservation Professionals (AECP). Woliver was selected by his peers from across Virginia for this annual award. He has a longstanding history and commitment […]
Safely Handle Homegrown Harvests
After months of watering, weeding and watching gardens flourish, many Virginians are enjoying the fruits of their labor. Eating a fresh salad or roasted vegetables from the garden is a rewarding experience. But a homegrown harvest requires safe handling to prevent the spread of pathogens, cross-contamination and illness. “All produce should be washed,” advised Grace Stern, Virginia Cooperative Extension Master […]
Hunters Headed Back Into The Woods Reminded Of The ABCs Of Tree Stand Safety
September is National Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month, and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) reminds all hunters that use elevated stands to practice their ABCs before and during the season. A: ALWAYS remove and inspect your equipment. Practice at ground level B: BUCKLE on your full-body safety harness securely. C: CONNECT to the tree before you leave the […]
National Observance Highlights Farmer, Workplace Safety
Producing the nation’s food and fiber is an important job, but it’s also a dangerous one. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sectors are still the most dangerous in America. According to the Census of Fatal Occupational Injury, there were 448 fatalities in 2023—equal to 20.3 deaths per 100,000 workers, compared to […]
Visitor Spending Reached $1.38 Billion in Southwest Virginia in 2024
Tourism continues to drive growth across Southwest Virginia, with visitor spending reaching $1.38 billion in 2024, a 6 percent increase over the previous year. The region supported 12,379 tourism-related jobs, while generating $66.2 million in local tax revenue, underscoring the vital role tourism plays in strengthening local communities. Across Virginia, tourism generated a record $35.1 billion in visitor spending in […]
Celebrate Constitution Week
September 17-23, 2025September 17-23 commemorates the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America. You might have even heard the phrase, “That’s unconstitutional” or “That’s my constitutional right!” Many times Americans believe that sayings and phrases are in our Constitution, but they really aren’t. Let us celebrate Constitution Week September 17-23 by resolving to be better-informed and responsible citizens. Read […]
DMV Launches ‘Impact’ Campaign to Urge Virginians to Buckle Up
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has launched a powerful new seat belt safety campaign, “Impact,” to remind drivers and passengers that buckling up can mean the difference between life and death. The campaign focuses on rural Virginia, where fatal crash rates per vehicle mile traveled remain higher than in urban areas, and urges everyone to wear a seat […]
Frontier Health Observes Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Frontier Health joins organizations across the nation in recognizing Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Their mission is to inform, educate, and increase awareness about suicide prevention while reminding the community that hope and help are always available. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone—regardless of age, gender, or background—and they should never be dismissed as normal emotions. Suicide Prevention Week will be observed […]
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