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May 16, 2008

Head On Crash Sends Three People To Hospitals
Head On Crash Sends Three People To Hospitals

Three people are taken to area hospitals after a car crash in Montgomery Co. Friday night.

A local family in need gets a generous gift

Anthony Rickman and his two kids lost everything, including their wife and mother, in a house fire back in April.

Community reacts to drug bust
Community reacts to drug bust

It’s a sad day at Amherst County High School according to the school’s athletic director after seven current and former students are busted for allegedly dealing drugs.

Roanoke police arrest door-to-door saleswoman for having no business license
Roanoke police arrest door-to-door saleswoman for having no business license

Roanoke police arrested a woman in the Crystal Springs neighborhood for selling magazines door-to-door without a business license.

Feds charge man with fleecing local company out of $18,000
Feds charge man with fleecing local company out of $18,000

The Secret Service charged Derek Shane Goodson with using a stolen social security number to fraud a Salem candy company.

Click It or Ticket campaign begins in earnest next week

Officers at the scene of an accident near Patrick Henry High School said it was a perfect example of why seat belts save lives.

Community News: Buena Vista curbside recycling begins week of June 16th
Community News: Buena Vista curbside recycling begins week of June 16th

Buena Vista residents will soon receive a blue recycling tote for the new city-wide curbside recycling program. The 18 gallon totes will be delivered to every home the week of June 9th and the first pickup take place the week of June 16th.

Man found dead on side of road in Gretna identified; apparent shooting victim
Man found dead on side of road in Gretna identified; apparent shooting victim

A man found dead Wednesday night on Rockford School Road appears to be a shooting victim

Customers could make costly mistakes at the gas pumps
Customers could make costly mistakes at the gas pumps

When you pull into the gas station, make sure you read the labels.

Fundraiser to benefit Corporal Eric Sutphin memorial scholarship

A fundraiser is being held this weekend in honor of a fallen police officer

Burglar caught in the act in Patrick County
Burglar caught in the act in Patrick County

Patrick County deputies catch a burglar in the act and it’s all thanks to a phone call

Montgomery Co. police officer memorial

Local law enforcement officers spend their afternoon honoring some who have made the ultimate sacrifice

Animal Advocates question handling of Horton’s case
Animal Advocates question handling of Horton’s case

Junior Horton was allowed to keep some of his dogs while he waited for his trial.  Something animal advocates have questioned because they say it gave him the opportunity to re-offend.  In this ten on your side investigation, reporter Mollie Halpern talks to the prosecutor in the case to try to get some answers.

Undercover investigation leads to student drug arrests
Undercover investigation leads to student drug arrests

Virginia Tech and former Amherst coach comment on charges against Amherst quarterback, State Group AA, and FridayFootball.com player of the year, Peter Rose.

Defense Secretary addresses VMI graduates
Defense Secretary addresses VMI graduates

The class of 2008 at VMI graduated today. They made it, but not before hearing from Defense Secretary Robert Gates who joked, “And just when you thought you were at that finish line, one more hurdle pops up. That would be my speech.”

Vinton hit and run arrest
Vinton hit and run arrest

Vinton Police arrest a man they say hit a Valley Metro bus, and drove off from the accident scene.

Numbers of animal control officers at crisis level in Virginia
Numbers of animal control officers at crisis level in Virginia

A 10 On Your Side investigation reveals an animal control officer shortage.  As reporter Mollie Halpern explains, the shortage means animal welfare can fall through the cracks.  This comes on the day when Junior Horton, who is accused of running the largest puppy mill in the United States, goes to trial on animal abuse and neglect charges. 

River Ridge Mall getting new movie theater
River Ridge Mall getting new movie theater

Value City, a discount retailer and one of the mall’s anchors, will close. In its place will be built the “Regal River Ridge Stadium 14,” a 56,000 square-foot theater with 2,400 seats.

Puppy Mill trial: Junior Horton found guilty on all charges, but no jail time
Puppy Mill trial: Junior Horton found guilty on all charges, but no jail time

Horton will have to pay restitution to the veterinarians that came in to help during the puppy rescue operation back in November.

Crash flips SUV, blocks Grandin Road near Patrick Henry High School
Crash flips SUV, blocks Grandin Road near Patrick Henry High School

An SUV flips this morning, blocking traffic near Patrick Henry High School on Grandin Road

Gov. Kaine won’t force intermodal facility on Elliston
Gov. Kaine won’t force intermodal facility on Elliston

Gov. Kaine says he has never done an economic development project without the full support of the community

Radford Police charge driver in deadly car-bicycle crash
Radford Police charge driver in deadly car-bicycle crash

The crash happened back on April 23rd, and killed Radford University Professor Forrest “Fess” Green

Ride Solutions reports an increase in membership
Ride Solutions reports an increase in membership

As gas prices rise, so does the number of people looking for other commuting options.

Lynchburg area middle schoolers to compete in national Odyssey of the Mind competition
Lynchburg area middle schoolers to compete in national Odyssey of the Mind competition

The team of seven boys spent months designing and painstakingly building a bridge-like structure that was both lightweight and strong

Crisis Line overwhelmed with calls for help for food in Southside
Crisis Line overwhelmed with calls for help for food in Southside

Overwhelmed with callers dealing with unexpected financial crunches, the Crisis Line of Danville-Pittsylvania County is tweaking its mission and offering more than sound advice and referrals.  The first direct assistance program, HOPE (Helping Our People Eat), sponsored by the Community Foundation of the Dan River Region, is providing tangible resources for people who have exhausted all other options.

Housing woes hit upscale Bedford Co. subdivision
Housing woes hit upscale Bedford Co. subdivision

A 32-parcel subdivision once under construction in Forest is in foreclosure and slated for auction May 28

Man found dead in Gretna has Lynchburg ties

Man found dead identified

Secretary of Defense to speak at VMI

Robert Gates to deliver commencement address to 250 VMI cadets

Free child safety seat check in Madison Heights Saturday
Free child safety seat check in Madison Heights Saturday

The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office and Safe Kids of Central Virginia will hold a free child safety seat check at the Madison Heights Lowe’s in conjunction with the Amherst County Public Safety Day on Saturday May 17th


May 15, 2008

Supporting Officer Bryan Lawrence
Supporting Officer Bryan Lawrence

WSLS learned today that Roanoke City Police Office Bryan Lawrence is paralyzed from a brutal attack this past weekend. Many of you may want to show support for Officer Lawrence and his family, so we’re on your side with information.

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