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Community members say the Lexington Golf & Country Club renovations could contaminate local waterways and threaten the quality of drinking water.

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This year, the organizers of Lexington’s Veterans Day parade are trying something different: they want relatives and friends to march with the veterans.

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Buena Vista Mayor-elect Jesse Lineberry says he wants to hit the ground running in January

Lineberry, who defeated incumbent Mayor Tyson Cooper on Tuesday, says he wants to push for greater budget transparency and infrastructure improvements.

Virginia Democrats’ tally in House races improves chances for three proposed amendments on the 2026 ballot

Tuesday’s blue wave means it’s more likely that voters will consider constitutional protection for same-sex marriage, abortion and voting rights for felons in 2026.

New supervisor has little tolerance for loud parties after 10 p.m.

The Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors voted last month to ban noise on weekdays after 10 p.m. in response to noise complaints about college students’ parties.

A former teacher shot by student, 6, wins $10M jury verdict against ex-assistant principal

Plaintiff Abby Zwerner had sued the ex-assistant principal over accusations of ignoring her warnings about the student.

Buena Vista installs new cameras, sparks debate over privacy vs. safety

Police say the city’s new surveillance cameras will help deter crime, but some residents say the added monitoring comes at too high a cost.

Neighbors raise concerns over golf course renovations

Community members say the Lexington Golf & Country Club could contaminate well water, groundwater and Woods Creek.

Most major US airports are among 40 targeted for flight cuts blamed on shutdown

The move to reduce air traffic in over two dozen states comes as the longest U.S. government shutdown in history drags on.

Nancy Pelosi won’t seek reelection, ending her storied career in the US House

Pelosi, the first female House speaker, has represented San Francisco for over 40 years.

Organizers of Veterans Day events hope to bring community together

The festivities will commemorate the original dedication of the Rockbridge Veterans Memorial and end of the Vietnam War and World War II.

Lineberry wins Buena Vista mayoral race; one incumbent, two newcomers elected to city council

Jesse Lineberry will serve as Buena Vista mayor for the next two years after defeating incumbent Tyson Cooper.

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Here’s how Buena Vista voted in today’s election. According to unofficial results, Jesse Lineberry won the mayoral election, Randy Hamilton won the sheriff election, and Stephanie Noel-Branch, Daniel Staton, and Amy Gilliam won seats on the Buena Vista City Council. ... See MoreSee Less

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Lexington Farmers Market may change locations after 25 years To learn more, watch Skyler Hollins' story: rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2025/10/30/lexington-farmers-market-may-change-locati...
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Democrats’ tally in the Virginia House of Delega Democrats’ tally in the Virginia House of Delegates improves chances for three proposed amendments on the 2026 ballot. For more information, read Juliette Sohonage’s story here:
 https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2025/11/06/virginia-democrats-tally-in-house-races-improves-chances-for-three-proposed-amendments-on-the-2026-ballot/
Here’s how Rockbridge County voted in the state Here’s how Rockbridge County voted in the state and local elections yesterday, Nov. 4
Before the polls closed tonight, voters told the R Before the polls closed tonight, voters told the Rockbridge Report that local, statewide and national issues were key for them. They say that voting is an important and impactful civic duty. Voters also said schools and transparency in government mattered.
Here’s how Buena Vista voted in today’s electi Here’s how Buena Vista voted in today’s election. According to unofficial results, Jesse Lineberry won the mayoral election, Randy Hamilton won the sheriff election, and Stephanie Noel-Branch, Daniel Staton, and Amy Gilliam won seats on the Buena Vista City Council.
Here is how Lexington voted for state wide offices Here is how Lexington voted for state wide offices and the House of Delegates.
Rockbridge County beat reporter Cate Wachholz asks Rockbridge County beat reporter Cate Wachholz asks Lexington locals what motivated them to come to the polls this year🗳️🇺🇸
Let’s hear from Juliette Sohonage and Isabella C Let’s hear from Juliette Sohonage and Isabella Custard on the focus and main takeaways for tonight.
In addition to the races mentioned in the video, t In addition to the races mentioned in the video, the House of Delegates is also on the ballot. BV voters can cast their ballots at the Municipal Building. Polls are open until 7 p.m.🗳️
There’s only a few hours left before the polls s There’s only a few hours left before the polls start closing, so get out and vote while you can, Rockbridge residents. Local polls in Buena Vista and Lexington will close at 7p.m.
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Community members say the Lexington Golf & Country Club renovations could contaminate local waterways and threaten the quality of drinking water.

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This year, the organizers of Lexington’s Veterans Day parade are trying something different: they want relatives and friends to march with the veterans.

Read more of Skyler Hollins's story below:
https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2025/11/06/organizers-of-veterans-day-events-hope-to-bring-community-together/

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