3 days agoBody found in Dunlap Creek in Alleghany CountyA body was recovered from Dunlap Creek in Alleghany County, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Man arrested in Covington for abduction of girlA man is facing charges after allegedly abducting a Louisiana girl, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Woman accused of distributing heroin to Alleghany County Jail inmatesA female inmate at the Alleghany County Jail allegedly delivered suspected heroin to other inmates at the jail, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Man charged after allegedly trying to take Covington minor to Maryland to become a โdaughter-wifeโA 57-year-old man has been charged with child solicitation after attempting to take a minor back to Maryland to become a โdaughter-wife,โ according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Alleghany Highlands Public School looking to combat chronic absenteeism with new surveyAlleghany Highlands Public School has released a new survey for parents about school attendance practices in an effort to help students come to school on a more consistent basis.
Three charged in Alleghany Co. drug bustThree people were charged after a drug bust at an Alleghany County residence Monday, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Crews battle fire at warehouse in Iron GateFire crews battled a fire at a warehouse in the Iron Gate area of Alleghany County Monday afternoon.
Alleghany County chief deputy resigns after leaving the scene of a car crashCharges are pending against a former law enforcement official.
Local state trooper shares lessons learned after family narrowly escapes house fireAnthony Nicely and his family escaped their home after it caught on fire in the early morning hours.
Alleghany County native selected as Team USA assistant coach for Paris OlympicsDelethea Quarles is a graduate of Alleghany High School and will be taking her coaching skills to the summer Olympics.
Missing Alleghany County manโs vehicle found in West VirginiaThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office is searching for a man who went missing from Covington on Jan. 25.
Alleghany County crash leaves 66-year-old man deadVirginia State Police is investigating an Alleghany County crash that resulted in the death of a 66-year-old Covington man.
VBOE approves MG-TEC Lab School at Mountain Gateway Community CollegeStudents in the Alleghany Highlands are getting more IT opportunities.
Multiple Alleghany Highlands school closed March 22 due to plumbing issuesSeveral schools in the Alleghany Highlands Public Schools division will be closed on Friday, March 22 due to a reoccurring plumbing issue at Alleghany High Schools.
Several Alleghany Highlands schools remain closed March 14 due to sewage issuesSeveral schools in the Alleghany Highlands Public Schools division will remain closed on Thursday, March 14 as maintenance crews work to address sewage issues, according to school officials.
11-month-old boy dies after Alleghany County crashAn 11-month-old boy is dead after an Alleghany County crash on Interstate 64, according to Virginia State Police.
Alleghany County authorities announce charges placed after drug bustThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office announced charges placed after authorities seized illegal drugs while conducting a search warrant.
Alleghany County authorities searching for missing manThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office is searching for a man who went missing from Covington on Jan. 25.
Pursuit leads to man shot three times by deputy in Covington, woman arrestedAn investigation is underway in Covington after an officer-involved shooting, according to the Alleghany County Sheriff.
Seven weather-related crashes cleared Tuesday morning: VSPVirginia State Police told 10 News that there were a total of seven weather-related crashes Tuesday morning in Alleghany, Bath and Highland, three of which happened on Interstate 64.
Deadly Clifton Forge officer-involved shooting deemed justified, three officers not chargedAlleghany County Commonwealthโs Attorney Ann Gardner released a report after an investigation was launched into an officer-involved shooting that left one man dead in Clifton Forge in June.
24-year-old man charged in connection with officer-involved shooting in Clifton ForgeVirginia State Police has identified and charged the suspect believed to be involved in an officer-involved shooting that happened earlier this month in Clifton Forge.
Alleghany County man to serve 33 years for attempted murder of law enforcement officersAn Alleghany County man has been sentenced for shooting at deputies after a pursuit in 2022, according to the Alleghany County Commonwealthโs Attorneyโs Office.
LewisGale Alleghany staff members show appreciation for first respondersPeople are showing their appreciation for first responders battling the flames from the Matts Creek Wildfire.
Republican Chris Head announces victory in race for Virginia Senate District 3 seatChristopher Head is projected to win the Virginia Senate District 3 seat.
Man charged after authorities seize 1.2 pounds of marijuana, narcotics from Covington residenceA Covington man was arrested and charged after Alleghany County authorities seized drugs from his residence on Oct. 28.
Virginia general election results for Senate District 3 on November 7, 2023Jade Harris (D) and Christopher Head (R) are vying for the Virginia Senate District 3 seat in this yearโs Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023.
Virginia House of Delegates general election results for District 37 on November 7, 2023The 2023 general election will be held on November 7. You can find the results for the Virginia House of Delegates District 37 race here.
Alleghany County election results for Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023The 2023 General Election will be held on Nov. 7. You can find the results for Alleghany County here.
Alleghany County election results for Virginia general election on Nov. 7, 2023The 2023 General Election will be held on Nov. 7. You can find the results for Alleghany County here.
Meet Jade Harris: Democratic candidate for new Virginia Senate District 3Democratic candidate Jade Harris hopes she will be the one to represent the newly drawn Senate District 3.
36-year-old Covington man arrested on charges of child solicitationA 36-year-old Covington man has been taken into custody in connection with certain offenses against minors, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Vehicle crash causing delays on I-64 E in Alleghany CountyDrivers headed east on I-64 in Alleghany County can expect delays due to a vehicle crash.
Lynchburg man charged in connection with child sex crimeA 36-year-old man has been arrested and charged after allegedly traveling to Alleghany County with the purpose of having sexual activities with a minor less than 15 years of age, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Authorities seize bags of meth, seven firearms from Alleghany County homeA man is facing charges after authorities seized narcotics and firearms from an Alleghany County home, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Man charged after door busted in at Covington home, authorities sayA man was arrested and charged after authorities found a door busted in at a Covington home, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Meth, razor blades, needles seized after Alleghany County traffic stop, two arrestedTwo men were arrested after drugs and other related items were found during a traffic stop on Interstate 64, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
July 27, 2023 Picture of the DayThanks to KTA for sending us todayโs Picture of the Day from Alleghany County.
Man charged in connection with Alleghany County shootingA 50-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with an Alleghany County shooting on Tuesday, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Wytheville man charged in connection with online investigation of crimes against childrenA 55-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an online investigation into crimes against children, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Att. Gen. Jason Miyares pushing for law changes, more money for policeMiyares met with law enforcement agencies from the Highlands and Roanoke areas on Monday.
Mother of victim shares account of Clifton Forge deadly officer-involved shootingLeonidas Tamanini's mother, Sandra Tamanini was inside her apartment when a Clifton Forge Police Officer shot her son.
Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announces new name for Clifton Middle SchoolClifton Middle School in Alleghany County now has a new name.
Alleghany County man sentenced to 25 years for sexual acts with children, child pornAn Alleghany County man has been charged with several charges for sexual acts with children as well as child porn, according to Sheriff Hall with the Alleghany County Sheriff's Office.
Three arrested after drugs, guns, ammunition seized in Alleghany CountyThree people were arrested after authorities seized drugs, drug paraphernalia, guns, and ammunition during a traffic stop in Alleghany County Monday.
VSP releases new information on Clifton Forge deadly officer-involved shootingVirginia State Police has released new information about a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened last Friday (June 30).
Former Alleghany County chief deputy found guilty, sentenced on DWI chargeA Former Alleghany County chief deputy has been sentenced on a DWI charge, according to court records.
No criminal charges filed against Alleghany County deputy who shot and killed dog after attackAn Alleghany County sheriffโs deputy will not face charges after fatally wounding a dog in an attack in April, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Breaking down the Virginia Department of Education report on student behaviorWith concerning numbers of school shootings and threats not only in our region but around the U.S., 10 News is digging into the data of the most recent school threat statistics.
Lynchburg man arrested, charged in connection with online investigation of crimes against childrenA 50-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with an online investigation into crimes against children, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Covington man arrested, charged in connection with online investigation of crimes against childrenA 52-year-old man has been arrested and charged in relation to an online investigation into crimes against children, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Covington man sentenced in fatal shooting of his fatherA Covington man has been sentenced to life in prison suspended after fatally shooting his father in March 2022, according to Ann Gardner, Commonwealthโs Attorney for Alleghany County.
Dog shot and killed by Alleghany County deputy after biting officer twice, authorities sayA deputy shot and killed a dog that attacked and bit him twice on Thursday in the Paynes Grade area of Alleghany County, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Man responsible for several vehicle thefts in Alleghany County arrested, authorities sayThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office has arrested a man in connection with several vehicle thefts in Alleghany County.
Former Alleghany Co. Chief Deputy blew 0.11 following DUI arrest, according to court recordsFormer Alleghany County Chief Deputy, Matthew Bowser blew a 0.11 after he was arrested for a DUI over the weekend.
Alleghany County authorities find vehicle of man whoโs been missing since March 2022The Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office has found the vehicle of a man who has been missing for more than a year.
Former Alleghany Co. Chief Deputy arrested, charged with DUIThe former Chief Deputy of the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office was arrested by state police on Saturday, April 1, according to Sheriff Kevin Hall.
Power outages in Southwest, Central Virginia April 1Thousands were without power in Central and Southwest Virginia following the strong winds that rolled through the region Friday night and Saturday morning.
โFoul play may have been involvedโ: Search for Alleghany County man turns into search for answersDonald Wayne Kelley was last seen on March 31, 2022.
Alleghany County deputies provide update on man whoโs been missing for nearly a yearThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office is providing an update on a man who has been missing for nearly a year.
Two arrested, charged after Covington breaking and entering investigationThe Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office has arrested two people they say were involved in a breaking and entering incident on Feb. 14.
Man arrested following high-speed chase in Rockbridge, Alleghany CountiesAn Ohio man is facing charges after leading U.S. Marshals on a high-speed pursuit from Augusta County to Alleghany County Saturday, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Blue Ridge Bites: New Beer and Wine offerings at Caffรฉ MuseoPerhaps the most unique place for a pick-me-up in Southwest Virginia, Caffรฉ Museo, has now expanded itโs menu to offer beer and wine.
Clifton Middle School student facing felony charge after alleged threat against classmatesThe halls at Clifton Middle School were empty on Friday. Out of an abundance of caution, the school was closed after a student allegedly made a threat.
Clifton Middle School closed Friday after student threatens other students with list, police sayClifton Middle School will be closed Friday out of an abundance of caution after a student made a list of other students they intended to harm, according to school officials.
Home of the Cougars: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools unveils new mascotAlleghany Highlands school leaders unveiled the newly consolidated district's new mascot on Monday.
Covington man charged in connection with child sex crimeA Covington man was arrested and charged after being accused of having conversations of a sexual nature with an underage person, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Clifton Forge officials ask for input on all-abilities parkClifton Forge is holding an open forum Tuesday to get opinions on their all abilities park plan.
Two arrested after drugs, guns, cash seized in CovingtonThe street value for the amount of methamphetamine found was over $27,000.00, according to the Alleghany County Sheriffโs Office.
Vehicle crash on Route 60 in Alleghany County closes several lanesIf youโre headed toward Alleghany County on Route 60, you might want to find another route.
โYou took a piece of my childhood away:โ Details from the courtroom after former Alleghany High School PE teacher sentencedTwo victims took the stand during the sentencing of a former Alleghany High School physical education teacher on Monday.
Former Alleghany County PE teacher sentenced on 8 counts of child indecencyA former Alleghany Count PE teacher has learned his fate after pleading guilty to eight counts of child indecency charges back in August.
Man survives COVID-19 battle, becomes nurse after recoveringAfter recovering from a long battle with COVID-19, one man decided to become a nurse.
Four Alleghany County Sheriffโs Deputies honored with Medals of ValorThe deputies were honored for their bravery and courage at an incident in March of this year.
Man charged after authorities seize meth, heroin in Alleghany CountyA man was arrested and charged after a drug bust in Alleghany County, according to Sheriff Kevin Hall.
Clifton Middle School closed rest of the week due to many โprobable flu casesโLeaders said they closed the school out of an abundance of caution after talking with the VDH Wednesday evening.
75-year-old woman dead after crash on I-64 in Alleghany CountyA 75-year-old woman lost her life in a crash Monday (Nov. 7) on I-64 in Alleghany County, according to Virginia State Police.
Virginia general election results for Alleghany County on Nov. 8, 2022The 2022 General Election will be held on November 8. You can find results for Alleghany County here.
Local referendum general election results on Nov. 8, 2022The 2022 General Election will be held on November 8. Across our region, there are four referendums on ballots.
Olde Town Covington prepares for annual Hometown HalloweenHometown Halloween shuts down Main Street in Covington to make room for a night of Halloween fun.
Eleven charged after Operation โCandymanโ in Alleghany CountySeveral drugs, an improvised explosive device, a handgun, ammunition, and scales were seized, the Sheriff said
โYou really think it could never happen to youโ: Local advocate pushes for early breast cancer screeningsOne breast cancer survivor in the Alleghany Highlands is sharing her story and stressing the importance of early life-changing screenings.
Alleghany Highlands schools announces one-time employee bonusThe Alleghany Highlands School Board approved a one-time bonus for its employees on Tuesday.
Alleghany County first responders put to the test during a โmass casualtyโ trainingThe training was a part of National Emergency Nurses Day for the local hospital and first responders to showcase their skills.
Chickens now allowed in City of Covington after ordinance passesChickens are now legal to own in Covington after leaders passed an ordinance on Monday.
Covington man found guilty in fatal shooting of his fatherA man has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting death of his father.
Alleghany Highlands names 2022 Christmas MotherMary Kramer Asma will be the face of this yearโs Christmas Mother program
Covington High School and Alleghany High School football games moved to Thursday due to weatherTwo football games involving Covington High School and Alleghany High School will now take place Thursday night rather than Friday.
1st and 10: Alleghany beats Staunton River, 39-13The Mountaineers are 3-1 and Garrett Via is a rolling ball of butcher knives.
Alleghany County nature preserve picked for setting of new, supernatural movieBeaverdam Falls in Alleghany County is one of the filming locations for the upcoming movie, "Talos: The Knights of Zibalba."
Two Alleghany County schools see impressive improvement in SOL scoresSharon Elementary School and Edgemont Primary School (now Jeter-Watson Elementary School) outshined schools across the state in Standards of Learning (SOL) score gains.
Alleghany County celebrating 200 years of history and economic developmentAlleghany County is gearing up for its big Bicentennial Celebration.
Man sentenced to 25 years after Alleghany County hit-and-runA man faces 25 years in prison for a fatal hit-and-run in Alleghany County, according to Ann Gardner, the Alleghany County Commonwealthโs Attorney.
1st and 10: Alleghany defeats Covington, 30-6Alleghany came out on top tonight, with Garrett Viaโs 4-year touchdown capping off a methodical opening drive and bringing the score to 7-0.
In Your Town: The Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton ForgeFor this week of In Your Town, we're stopping in Clifton Forge to take a closer look at the Masonic Theater.
In Your Town: Headinโ to the HighlandsAlleghany County has a wide-variety of outdoor recreation spots, and officials are looking to continue growing the opportunities.
Students evacuated from Alleghany High School due to bomb threatStudents have been evacuated from Alleghany High School after a bomb threat was reported, according to a Facebook post from the school district.
12-year-old missing in Alleghany County found safe, Sheriff saysSheriff Kevin Hall said that the boy was found safe on Tuesday night
Former Alleghany County PE teacher pleads guilty to 8 counts of child indecency chargesA 35-year-old high school teacher in Alleghany County pleaded guilty to eight counts of child indecency charges on Monday.
41-year-old man dead after crash in Alleghany CountyA 41-year-old man is dead after a crash in Alleghany County near Douthat State Park, according to the Virginia State Police.