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  • Northam announces plans to ease COVID-related restrictions

    Northam announces plans to ease COVID-related restrictions

    His plans include a lifted stay-at-home order, altered alcohol curfew and adjusted caps on outdoor social gatherings.

    February 25, 2021
  • BLM launches Survival Fund amid federal COVID-19 relief wait

    BLM launches Survival Fund amid federal COVID-19 relief wait

    The foundation said that it plans to make up to 3,000 microgrants of $1,000 each to people who it believes need it most.

    February 25, 2021
  • PMHS boy's basketball wins state championship

    PMHS boy’s basketball wins state championship

    The Fighting Blues said the school’s girls’ team provided them with motivation to win the state championship

    February 25, 2021
  • Six casino developers have proposals for site in Richmond

    Six casino developers have proposals for site in Richmond

    The state capital is one of five cities where Virginia will allow legal casino gambling.

    February 25, 2021
  • BARC to install fiber in downtown Lexington

    BARC to install fiber in downtown Lexington

    The electric company's project will bring both high speed internet and more construction to city streets.

    February 25, 2021
  • Funeral homes slammed by COVID-19 deaths

    Funeral homes slammed by COVID-19 deaths

    Funeral home employees were among the first essential workers to receive the COVID vaccine.

    February 25, 2021
  • Buena Vista revitalization plan envisions new town square

    Buena Vista revitalization plan envisions new town square

    If adopted, the proposed plan, coined BV Forward, would include a new town square, relocation of the library and a proposal to attract new businesses to fill empty storefronts.

    February 25, 2021
  • Glasgow trash collection center to move to Natural Bridge

    Glasgow trash collection center to move to Natural Bridge

    County officials say replacing the Glasgow center will allow them to get rid of unstaffed dumpsters in the area.

    February 25, 2021
  • Tiger Woods seriously injured in California car crash

    Tiger Woods seriously injured in California car crash

    Woods was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The cause of the wreck is not clear.

    February 23, 2021
  • States to get 14.5M doses of vaccine this week

    States to get 14.5M doses of vaccine this week

    Pres. Biden has projected that every American who wants a vaccination can get one by the end of July.

    February 23, 2021

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Former Rockbridge Regional Jail Superintendent Joh
Former Rockbridge Regional Jail Superintendent John Higgins has been convicted on corruption charges, which include accepting money and providing preferential treatment to former W&L student Nicholas Hansel. Read the full article by Crawford Humphreys '22 at the link in our bio.

Buena Vista's new city manager Jason Tyree starts
Buena Vista's new city manager Jason Tyree starts the job March 15. He spoke with reporter Avalon Pernell '23 about his plans to focus on the city's aging water and sewer infrastructure and bringing new businesses to town. Read the full article at the link in our bio.

Students prepare for the final Rockbridge Report o
Students prepare for the final Rockbridge Report of the semester. Tune in to channel 18 at 5pm to catch the broadcast!

The Mountain Valley Pipeline project is still unde
The Mountain Valley Pipeline project is still underway, but it will take longer and cost more than initially expected. Read more here: https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2020/11/05/mountain-valley-pipeline-to-cost-more-take-longer-to-build/

Local high schools are resuming sports practices a
Local high schools are resuming sports practices after a delayed season! Check out Zach England’s update on the season below:

https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2020/11/05/local-high-school-sports-resume-practice-for-delayed-season-make-up-for-lost-time/

Curious how COVID-19 has affected Lexington hotels
Curious how COVID-19 has affected Lexington hotels? Check out Mary Alice Russel’s story linked below: 

https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2020/11/05/local-hotels-struggle-amid-pandemic-economic-slowdown-and-reduced-tourism/

Curious how the city of Lexington and the surround
Curious how the city of Lexington and the surrounding cities and county voted in the election? Almost 65% of Lexington voters voted for Biden, but a majority of Buena Vista and Rockbridge County voters chose Trump. Read the full story by Grace Mamon here: https://rockbridgereport.academic.wlu.edu/2020/11/05/election-wrap-how-did-lexington-buena-vista-and-rockbridge-county-vote/

Beat Reporter, Mary Alice Russel ‘22, preparing
Beat Reporter, Mary Alice Russel ‘22, preparing to report on the Lexington Hotel Business. Tune in to hear more about it starting at 5!


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PMHS boy's basketball wins state championship

PMHS boy’s basketball wins state championship

2021/02/25
BARC to install fiber in downtown Lexington

BARC to install fiber in downtown Lexington

2021/02/25
City Council to help businesses with cost of ads, shipping during pandemic

City Council to help businesses with cost of ads, shipping during pandemic

2021/02/18
Local pastors worry about long-term effect pandemic may have on congregations

Local pastors worry about long-term effect pandemic may have on congregations

2021/02/18
Zoombombers hijack Buena Vista school board meeting

Zoombombers hijack Buena Vista school board meeting

2021/02/11
Hemp store opens in downtown Lexington

Hemp store opens in downtown Lexington

2021/02/11
YMCA changes childcare schedule as students move back to classrooms

YMCA changes childcare schedule as students move back to classrooms

2020/11/12
Buena Vista's Paxton House complete after 20-year restoration

Buena Vista’s Paxton House complete after 20-year restoration

2020/10/22
Jordan’s Point makeover: Will it really happen? 

Jordan’s Point makeover: Will it really happen? 

2020/10/08
Lexington switches to monthly billing for water, increases the bill by eight percent.

Lexington switches to monthly billing for water, increases the bill by eight percent.

2020/09/24

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