Some Lexington and Rockbridge County voters cast ballots early because it’s convenient or they want to avoid crowds. Virginia has one of the longest early voting seasons in the nation.
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Buena Vista has received a $72,000 state grant to study flood areas and create a plan to prevent floods. Historically, Buena Vista has endured floods spawned by hurricanes and some flooding without catastrophic storms. The grant will fund a study but work to prevent floods will need to come from other sources.
Police allege Brian Rowsey held illegal bingo nights at the Buena Vista barbecue establishment without the required license.
Police say they are talking to local businesses about crime, hoping to connect with members of the community to improve the the streets of Buena Vista.
“When you start looking out and bringing people from other areas to fill your teaching spots, it’s harder to do if your salaries aren’t competitive,” said Buena Vista Superintendent Tony Francis.
“People really need to understand that homelessness can happen to any of us,” said Lydia Campbell. “The question is not, ‘What did you do to end up in homelessness?’ The question has to be, ‘What happened?’”
Buena Vista is looking for $24 million to upgrade the city’s aging wastewater facility to make sure clean water goes into the Maury River.
Six Buena Vista residents share a passion for books and a love for their community. The co-owned bookstore is open now and will host an official grand opening on April 19.
In February, the Lexington City schools superintendent, Rebecca Walters, released two letters to families, assuring them that their immigration status would not be discussed with anyone. These letters follow a push by President Donald Trump to crack down on illegal immigration.
Police will use a questionnaire to assess the vulnerability of victims of domestic and sexual violence.