Threatening viral image causes threat scare at Brookville High School
A threatening image targeted toward Brookville High School was recently circulating on social media, according to Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Local Altavista business receives $5,000 grant
A local business in Altavista received a $5,000 grant from the Campbell County Economic Development’s Start Small Campbell Grant Program. The certificate was presented to the owners on Thursday.
Campbell County Sheriff's office asking for public's help in search of missing 15-year-old
The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on July 18.
One woman and one child dead after car crash on Route 501 in Campell County
Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred early Monday morning on the 10900 block of Brookneal highway that left a woman and child dead.
Boil water notice in effect for parts of Campbell County
A boil water notice is in effect for some customers of the Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority Central System Waterworks following a waterline break that was reported near the Timberlake Motel.
Campbell County man arrested on murder charge after body found in May
A Campbell County man has been arrested for second-degree murder after a body was found along Garfield Avenue in late May, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Virginia State Police seeking public’s help locating suspect in Campbell Co. hit-and-run
Virginia State Police is asking for the public’s help in locating the driver of a pickup truck suspected of a hit and run Wednesday on Route 501 and Brown’s Mill Road in Campbell County.
Campbell County Sheriff’s Office warns of scammers impersonating retired deputies
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of several phone scams that involve scammers using retired deputies’ names and the sheriff’s office phone number.
Health District issues warning after stray kitten tests positive for rabies in Campbell County
A stray kitten found in Campbell County tested positive for rabies, according to the Central Virginia Health District.
18-year-old arrested after pointing gun in William Campbell High School parking lot, authorities say
An 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday evening after authorities said he pointed a gun in the parking lot of William Campbell High School, after an athletic event.
32-year-old man facing felony charges in connection with sexual assault of a minor in Campbell Co.
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is releasing more information regarding a 32-year-old man who was charged in connection with the sexual assault of a minor.
How police are using cameras in school zones to catch speeders
As more and more localities are using the technology, or talking about adding the technology, the Solutionaries team is working for you on if it’s really a solution to the speeding problem.
Special delivery: Campbell County patrol lieutenant successfully delivers baby in back of car
A Campbell County patrol lieutenant went beyond the line of duty on Thursday when she helped to deliver a baby in the back seat of a vehicle.
Two arrested after authorities seize drugs, $1.6k in cash during Campbell County traffic stop
Two people are facing charges after authorities seized drugs and cash during a traffic stop in Campbell County on Tuesday, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Concord Volunteer Fire Department truck overturns in Campbell County, no one hurt
No one was hurt after a Concord Volunteer Fire Department truck flipped on Thursday, Campbell County officials wrote in a press release.
Tractor-trailer crash causing delays on Route 24 in Campbell County
According to the Virginia Department of Transportation, on Route 24 in Campbell County near Oxford Furnace Road (Rt. 660) drivers should expect delays due to a tractor-trailer crash.
Rustburg man charged with attempted murder after allegedly barricading woman in room
A Rustburg man is facing charges after authorities said he allegedly forced a woman inside a room and barricaded her inside.
Authorities investigating after human remains found in Campbell County
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after human skeletal remains were found Saturday morning in a wooded area off of Light House Drive.
Campbell County, Bedford County authorities go through de-escalation simulator training
The Campbell County and Bedford County sheriff's office recently received a real-life scenario training on site.
3 arrested, one sought in Campbell County break-in possibly tied to transnational theft group
Three people have been taken into custody and one remains at-large in connection with a Campbell County break-in that may be linked to a transnational theft group, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Two dead, four seriously injured following Campbell County crash
Two people were killed and four others were left with serious injuries following a crash in Campbell County Monday night, according to Virginia State Police.
Conservative book ban push fuels library exodus from national association that stands up for books
More libraries are cutting ties with the American Library Association as the professional group stands up for books some say children shouldn't have access to because of their content.
Campbell County Sherriff’s Office charge 1 adult and two children in home invasion
On August 13, 2023, around 1:30 am, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the Daniel Hill Apartments in Brookneal in reference to an armed home invasion.
Route 460 closed in Campbell County due to flooding
The Virginia Department of Transportation says there's a road closure on route 460 in Campbell County due to flooding. A detour is in place. We will update you once we get more information.
Amherst County woman arrested, found with endangered infant
A search is underway for an Amherst County woman who could be traveling with an infant who is believed to be in danger, according to the Amherst County Sherrif’s Office.
Woman arrested after Campbell County authorities seize Fentanyl, more than $1k in cash during traffic stop
An Evington woman was arrested after authorities seized narcotics and cash during a traffic stop in Campbell County, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
72-year-old man dead, woman seriously injured after motorcycle crash in Campbell County
A 72-year-old man is dead after crashing on a motorcycle in Campbell County, according to Virginia State Police.
Altavista man charged after authorities seize ‘substantial amount’ of Fentanyl from residence
A 29-year-old man was arrested and charged after narcotics were seized from a Campbell County home, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Gretna man arrested after barricade situation in Campbell County
A 35-year-old man has been arrested after an hours-long barricade situation in Campbell County on Friday, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Car plummets 50 feet down an embankment into Campbell County creek
A car went 50 feet down an embankment under a bridge and into a creek in Campbell County last week, according to the Concord Volunteer Fire Department.
That was a piece of cake! Lynch Station baker wins $200K lottery prize
Lynette Crider was delivering one of her cakes when she stopped at Apple Market and bought a The Price is Right lottery ticket, VA Lottery officials said. She went home, scratched it, and to her surprise, officials said she won $200,000.
Virginia secures more than $12 million in grants to combat homelessness across the state
More than $12 million in Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grants is headed to the Commonwealth to help mitigate homelessness, Gov. Youngkin announced.
Leesville Road Elementary School dismissing students early due to ‘unidentifiable odor’
Leesville Road Elementary School in Campbell County will be letting students out early Thursday due to an ‘unidentifiable odor,’ school officials say.