A man was arrested for possession of child pornography after allegedly attempting to meet an 11-year-old in Bedford, Bedford Police Department said.
Bedford County is making big strides in closing the digital divide with a major boost in high-speed internet access. Thanks to a $25 million grant from Virginia’s Telecommunication Initiative, thousands of homes and businesses that once struggled with slow or no internet are finally getting connected.
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger announced Monday that she had appointed Brad Creasy as Executive Director of the Virginia Department of Fire Programs. Creasy began his career with the Bedford Volunteer Fire Department before becoming a career firefighter with the Roanoke Fire and EMS Department.
The Bedford Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested two Roanoke men and charged them with multiple offenses related to destruction of property and larceny following an investigation.
The Bedford Fire Department announced Monday night that it had extinguished a brush fire that occurred alongside the 13000 block of West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike.
The Bedford Fire Department announced Wednesday that it responded to a Carbon Monoxide leak at Spring Oak at Bedford, the Elks Home, on Wednesday evening.
Forest Fire Department, Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, Bedford Police Department, Centra Health, Virginia State Police and Moneta Rescue squad participate in “Bedford County Toys for Kids 2025.”
The Bedford Police Department is urging residents to remain vigilant as reports of phone scams involving alleged solar panel installations and “energy savings” programs increase in the area.
The National D-Day Memorial on Friday marked the passing of Lucille Hoback Boggess. Boggess was an instrumental advocate for building the National D-Day Memorial.
Bedford County’s Fire & Rescue Department has been awarded a $35,000 grant from the Appalachian Power Company Foundation to support its efforts in upgrading public safety equipment.
The Bedford Police Department announced Wednesday that it had arrested a 35-year-old man after an investigation.
A planned conversion of a Bedford memory care facility into an addiction treatment center has left families of current residents concerned about communication surrounding the transition, with some learning about the changes only days before a crucial public meeting.
An excavator and trailer overturned Tuesday afternoon on Route 122 near the curve just north of Stony Fork Road, but no one was injured, authorities and emergency responders said.
To supplement the 6th-grade science curriculum, the Bedford Regional Water Authority is hosting a tour of its facility from Monday through November 12.
Southwest Virginia residents don’t have to wait until October 31st to get into the Halloween spirit, as numerous family-friendly events are scheduled across the region this weekend.
As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week, Bedford County officials are warning that thousands of residents may not receive their November SNAP benefits.
The Town of Bedford issued a statement on Monday, warning SNAP recipients that their November benefits may be disrupted due to the ongoing government shutdown.
A redistricting proposal in Bedford County has sparked strong opposition from parents, as the school board weighs a plan that could reassign more than 140 students to different schools.
The investigation focuses on whether there was any criminal misconduct by current or former Martinsville city officials. This follows the dismissal of City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides in August.
Country Side Processing LLC., a family-owned business that provides meats, cheeses, produce, baked goods and more, will be holding a grand opening ceremony on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Today, Virginia State Police will launch a 24-hour highway safety initiative, “Operation Drive Safe 460." The effort targets Route 460 in Bedford, Botetourt, Roanoke and Montgomery counties.
Families of World War II heroes will gather this morning at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford.
Starting October 1, the Town of Bedford will stop collecting trash for more than 190 businesses, forcing owners to arrange their own pickup services.
The Bedford Police Department is currently investigating an incident where an item was stolen during a meet-up between a buyer and a seller at a Shell gas station.
The Bedford Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a wanted man named Christopher Patsel in connection with multiple crimes in the town of Bedford.
Senator Mark Warner joined state and local leaders in Bedford on Wednesday to highlight how new federal investments are finally connecting rural communities to high-speed internet.
Bedford area leaders unveiled their latest facility for the pickleball community Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the town’s first outdoor pickleball court.
The Bedford Police Department announced Monday that it had arrested a man on multiple counts after an investigation in conjunction with other agencies in Virginia.
As summer winds down, students across Southwest Virginia may still be enjoying their break, but for teachers, the work has already begun.
Two individuals are both critically injured after a head-on vehicle collision in Bedford County Wednesday evening, according to the Bedford Fire Department.
The Town of Bedford celebrated the unveiling of the new Helm Street Water Tank during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday.
The Bedford Fire Department announced on Sunday that they are now offering early-detection cancer screening using ultrasound for firefighters.
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a wanted man, who is wanted on multiple charges.
The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of the year, and Smith Mountain Lake is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.
Bedford Regional Water Authority crews are still searching for an active water leak in and around the Town of Bedford. Despite ongoing efforts, the leak has not yet been found.
Flash floods swept through parts of Southwest Virginia on Thursday, soaking communities from Radford to Botetourt County and leaving behind a mess city crews are still cleaning up.
The Bedford County Special Operations team assisted with a structural collapse of a residence resulting from intense rainfall.
The Bedford Police Department said they are currently searching for suspects following the theft of wheels and tires that occurred during the overnight hours of June 18.
The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford announced on Monday that they are temporarily suspending their guided tours due to the extreme heat.
Governor Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne Youngkin presented the fourth 2025 Spirit of Virginia Award to the National D-Day Memorial Foundation at the memorial Site in Bedford Tuesday.
Eighty-one years after D-Day, the Bedford memorial continues to honor the few remaining World War Two veterans, preserving their personal stories and sacrifices.
Seven World War II veterans will join thousands of visitors at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia, today, June 6, to commemorate the 81st anniversary of D-Day.
The Smith Mountain Lake Marine Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department held their 50th anniversary on Saturday in Moneta, holding a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new building while christening their newest fire boat.
The Bedford County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a vehicle fire that occurred at a gas station on Saturday, Bedford Fire Department said.
The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford hosted “The Cost of Freedom - A Memorial Day Observance.” Veterans from wars past stood alongside families in the mist as they listened to speakers honoring the fallen.
Comcast announced on Wendesday that they will be starting construction in Bedford to bring high-speed internet to over 4,500 homes in the area. This is part of a wider investment in western and Southwest Virginia to assist in bringing Xfinity and Comcast Business to the region.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park is gearing up for the return of its popular Music in the Park series, offering a summer filled with live performances against the scenic backdrop of the lake.
The Bedford Police Department announced Thursday that they had arrested and charged a 21-year-old man in connection with multiple sex crimes.
The Bedford Police Department is on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash that has all eastbound lanes of Route 460 closed Monday, according to police.
The Bedford Regional Water Authority will be holding an Earth Day Celebration at the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant on April 22.
A quiet night at home took a surprising turn for a woman in Bedford County this week when she came face to face with a black bear outside her window.
