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WRIC - ABC 8NewsFour VADOC facilities close as scheduledAll employees at the four facilities who wished to stay with the department have been able to continue their employment at other facilities, thanks to the "diligence and dedication" of the department's human resources department.
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Augusta Correctional has officially closedAUGUSTA COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A state prison in Augusta County has officially closed. The Virginia Department of Corrections announced in December it would be closing the Augusta Correctional Center as well as three other facilities. According to a release, the other facilities that have permanently closed are the...1 day ago
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The News LeaderSheriff: Shooting in Craigsville leaves one person injuredCRAIGSVILLE — The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting Monday night in Craigsville that left one person injured. In a press release, the Sheriff's Office said that the shooting occurred Monday July 1 at approximately 9:47 p.m. in the 450 block of Hite Hollow Road in Craigsville. The female victim suffered a gunshot wound to the arm, per the release. The Sheriff's Office said that Craigsville Rescue Squad and Augusta County Fire and Rescue responded and transported the victim to Augusta Health.
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Augusta County Sheriff’s Office investigating shooting in CraigsvilleCRAIGSVILLE, Va. (WHSV) - The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday night, July 1, around 10:00 p.m. in the 450 block of Hite Hollow Road in Craigsville. The female victim suffered a gunshot wound to the arm. Craigsville Rescue Squad and Augusta County Fire...Craigsville, VA16 minutes ago
Augusta Free Press
Staunton man in hospital, faces charges following pursuit in Augusta CountyA Staunton man faces charges after a pursuit in the Balsley Road area in Augusta County ended with him flipping the truck he was driving on its side. Michael David Keys Sr., 48, of Staunton, was transported to Augusta Health for treatment of injuries sustained in the crash on Friday morning, according to a report from the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office.Staunton, VA5 minutes ago
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Mount Sydney man charged with child abuse heading to jury trialAUGUSTA COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) - Malik Strother faced a judge in Augusta Circuit Court on Tuesday and heard his charges one last time before his jury trial. The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office responded to a drowning call in Mount Sydney on March 21. When deputies arrived on scene, a 2-month-old infant received life-saving measures. The infant did not die from its injuries.1 hour ago
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Traffic alert: Portion of Rockfish Road in Augusta County to close next week for bridge workThe Virginia Department of Transportation will close a portion of Route 865 (Rockfish Road) between Route 612 (New Hope-Crimora Road) and Route 619 (Hildebrand Church Road) west of Crimora in Augusta County. Detours are available during the closure from Monday, July 8 to Thursday, July 25, 2024. VDOT bridge crews...1 day ago
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Winchester Star
Spongy moth population has decreased, but will it last?WINCHESTER — Biological factors recently have decreased the spongy moth population in the Shenandoah Valley. However, scientists don't know how much of a problem the pesky, destructive insects will be next year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the spongy moth is a non-native species whose caterpillars defoliate...1 hour ago
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Augusta County vineyard and Augusta Dog Adoptions host adoption eventAugusta County, Va. (WHSV) - People from around the valley came out Saturday afternoon to enjoy a nice day, some wine, and adopt new furry friends at ‘Rascals Rescue Bash’ at Barren Ridge Vineyards. Co-founder of Augusta Dog Adoptions, Amy May Hammer, said it is essential to make partnerships like this.2 days ago
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News-Virginian
Staunton, Augusta and Waynesboro housing market squeezing out renters and buyers, expert saysThe Staunton, Waynesboro and Augusta County area continues to have an extremely tight housing market that excludes many first-time homebuyers and makes it difficult to rent housing, according to a Virginia Tech researcher. The three communities that make up the SAW region need higher quality and more affordable rental properties...Waynesboro, VA1 day ago
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Campbell County man charged in murder of Augusta County womanThe Lynchburg Police Department has made an arrest in a case where a body was found on Garfield Avenue on May 26. The body was later identified as Tiffany Ann Fortuna, 43, of Augusta County. Daniel William Jackson, 32, of Campbell County, faces multiple charges in connection with this incident.Lynchburg, VA4 days ago
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WHSVAugusta County Public Schools to purchase more weapons detectors
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Augusta Free Press
Price tag for new animal shelter in Augusta County is double the initial estimateThe price tag for construction of the shared animal shelter at the former Verona Elementary School in Augusta County will not exceed $5.5 million, according to a contract with Harman Construction approved by the Board of Supervisors on June 26. The total cost of the project, however, is approximately $6.3...Waynesboro, VA3 days ago
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Daily Progress
Augusta County smokers will pay more in taxes come AugustThere will be some extra financial pain for smokers in Augusta County starting Aug. 1. The Augusta County Board of Supervisors voted Wednesday to increase the local tax on a pack of cigarettes purchased in the county from 15 cents to 30 cents. The increase comes in the wake of increased financial obligations for the county, including the start of debt service on the construction of the $80 million new Augusta County Courthouse in Verona.2 days ago
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The News LeaderAugusta supervisors to sign $5.5 million animal shelter contract after fiery exchange VERONA – A contract "not to exceed" $5.5 million for the Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro animal shelter will be signed once the fine print is finalized. The Augusta County Board of Supervisors approved County Administrator Timothy Fitzgerald to sign the contract once it's been finalized. The board took the vote before...
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The News LeaderAffidavit: Suspect fired gun into crowd at Churchville partySTAUNTON — An affidavit for a search warrant filed by the Augusta County Sheriff's Office has offered a few more details in a weekend shooting that saw two teenagers hit by gunfire at a party in Churchville. Both victims were seriously injured. Two cousins are under arrest. The sheriff's office said the shooting took...
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Update on new animal shelter at old Verona Elementary SchoolVERONA, Va. (WHSV) - The construction contract for Augusta County’s new animal shelter is pending award to Harman Construction, which the county’s Board of Supervisors approved at its Wednesday meeting. The new animal shelter will find its home at the old Verona Elementary School at its Wednesday meeting.Staunton, VA4 days ago
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