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Crashes In Fairfield
Crashes In Fairfield
Two crashes at the Interstate 81 bridge over Sterrett Road in Fairfield early Tuesday afternoon closed both southbound lanes of the interstate and Sterrett Road for hours. The Virginia State Police reported that there were no major injuries from the crashes, but there would have to be an extensive cleanup. No further information on the crashes was available as of press time. (Christopher Hamilton photo) 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Not Much Winter Weather
Not Much Winter Weather
What was forecasted to be a major winter storm last Saturday turned into not much of anything, except for some freezing rain in some areas of the county, as seen in this photo by Susan Perry in Raphine. A second storm Tuesday, however, brought lots of rain and some reports of light snow. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
NB Solar Array Approved
NB Solar Array Approved
Split Vote Follows Hearing 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Two Goshen Children Die In House Fire
Two Goshen Children Die In House Fire
Two young Goshen children lost their lives in a house fire in West Virginia on Saturday morning. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Airport Study To Take Flight
Airport Study To Take Flight
A feasibility study for a general aviation airport in Rockbridge County was endorsed Monday by the Board of Supervisors. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Who Wants To Be On BV City Council?
Who Wants To Be On BV City Council?
Candidates Sought For Open Seat 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
‘Looking For Common Ground’
‘Looking For Common Ground’
Officials Express Hopes For 2024 At Breakfast 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Four Charged In Dog Theft
Four Charged In Dog Theft
Four individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with the dognapping of Brisco, a Great Pyranees dog, from Reid Road on Christmas Day. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
NB Zoo Hearing Resumes
NB Zoo Hearing Resumes
The hearing on animals seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo in December resumed , 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Concerned About Cline And His Support Of Trump
Concerned About Cline And His Support Of Trump
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Worryingly, Rep. Ben Cline seems to be losing his grip on reality. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Attendance Encouraged For MLK Parade
Attendance Encouraged For MLK Parade
Jan. 3, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: The CARE Rockbridge Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Parade has for the past seven years brought us together in our fight for justice and the common good. As we prepare for a new year, we ask that you mark your calendars for our eighth annual community parade on Jan. 15, stepping off at 10:30 a.m. in front of Randolph Street United Methodist Church, at 118 S. Randolph St. in Lexington. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Veneration Of Lee, Jackson Challenged
Veneration Of Lee, Jackson Challenged
Jan. 4, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the continued veneration of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson by the Sons of Confederate Veterans, the Daughters of the Confederacy and their comrades. While I respect the importance of understanding our nation’s history, it is imperative that we critically assess the actions of historical figures, particularly those who chose to betray their oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Political Signs Removed Promptly
Political Signs Removed Promptly
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette Congratulations to all of the candidates in these last local elections, winners and losers. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Legislation Sometimes Has Unseen Consequences
Legislation Sometimes Has Unseen Consequences
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Those that have listened to the goings-on in Richmond over the past few years have heard all the discussions of the Virginia Clean Economy Act and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Alumni Urge LSB To Consider LGBTQIA+ Students
Alumni Urge LSB To Consider LGBTQIA+ Students
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: The letter that follows was sent to Lexington City School Board members and was signed by 38 RCHS/LHS LGBTQIA+ alumni, 37 supporting RCHS/LHS alumni, and 27 supporting community members. Visit tiny.cc/Dec23 letter for the full list of signees. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
BLM Support Questioned
BLM Support Questioned
Jan. 4, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: First of all, I want to thank The News-Gazette for being fair and balanced. I have been reading The News-Gazette for some time; they report on all sides of the news. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Rose Column Appreciated
Rose Column Appreciated
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Thanks to Glenn Rose for his column “The Real Threat.” 01/09/2024 11:00 PM    1
‘Let’s Build Those Walls And Put An End To The Tragedy’
‘Let’s Build Those Walls And Put An End To The Tragedy’
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am writing in response to Mr. Carl Pattison’s letter to the editor published Dec. 27 and Mr. Rose’s column published Jan. 3 regarding immigration. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Thoughts On Trump’s Candidacy
Thoughts On Trump’s Candidacy
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Can you recommend a candidate? 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
RC Wins Local Grappling Showdown
RC Wins Local Grappling Showdown
Wildcats And Blues Compete Well In Tournaments 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
WILLIAM STATON
WILLIAM STATON
William Robert Staton, 82, of Buena Vista passed away Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM

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