Wytheville Kids Public Safety Camp returns for fifth year
Read full article: Wytheville Kids Public Safety Camp returns for fifth yearThe Wytheville Police Department is bringing back its Kids Public Safety Camp this summer, giving children a hands-on look at careers in law enforcement, emergency services, and 9-1-1 dispatch.
Wythe County residents voice concerns over AI data center at first public input meeting
Read full article: Wythe County residents voice concerns over AI data center at first public input meetingNearly 100 Wythe County residents packed Fort Chiswell High School Monday night for the first in a series of public input meetings focused on zoning and a major AI computing campus being developed at Progress Park, about 15 minutes from downtown Wytheville.
Wytheville man on trial for second-degree murder, found guilty of voluntary manslaughter
Read full article: Wytheville man on trial for second-degree murder, found guilty of voluntary manslaughterA Wytheville man, Chad Nelson Hawks, age 50, is currently on trial for second-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, reckless handling of a firearm, and discharging a firearm inside of an occupied dwelling.
Wytheville Police Department joins military funeral for Korean War soldier
Read full article: Wytheville Police Department joins military funeral for Korean War soldierThe Wytheville Police Department announced Monday that it had participated and hosted the Honors Guard for a military funeral for a Korean War Veteran who had been missing in action since 1950.
Walk for Peace monks make Wytheville stop, talk phones in bathroom
Read full article: Walk for Peace monks make Wytheville stop, talk phones in bathroomThe Venerable Monks marked day 111 in their Walk for Peace last week when they made a stop in Wytheville. They held a peace gathering where around 700 people attended and asked the monks questions.
WATCH: Venerable Monks arrive in Wytheville for Walk for Peace
Read full article: WATCH: Venerable Monks arrive in Wytheville for Walk for PeaceThe walk for peace made a stop in Wytheville Friday morning. It marks the day 111 for the Venerable Monks. The monks arrived around 1 a.m. Friday morning at the Legacy Church in Wytheville. They held a peace gathering where an estimated 700 people attended. In their program, they not only spoke about their mission, but they also took time to answer questions from the community. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore was in Wytheville Friday morning and has reactions from both community members and the monks.
Law enforcement arrests man following dangerous pursuit through Southwest Virginia
Read full article: Law enforcement arrests man following dangerous pursuit through Southwest VirginiaMultiple law enforcement agencies worked together to arrest a man involved in a pursuit that ended in Wythe County, Galax Police Department said.
Wytheville secures more than $4.2 million for Helene relief
Read full article: Wytheville secures more than $4.2 million for Helene reliefThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has awarded a Hurricane Helene-related grant of more than $4.2 million to Wytheville.
New River Valley continues to get snow, freezing cold temperatures
Read full article: New River Valley continues to get snow, freezing cold temperaturesSevere cold temperatures continue to impact daily life in Pulaski County, with Peak Creek in downtown Pulaski nearly frozen over as snow continues to fall in the region.
Wytheville road to temporarily close due to lane addition project
Read full article: Wytheville road to temporarily close due to lane addition projectPeppers Ferry Road in Wytheville will experience a partial closure due to a lane addition project involving Interstate 81, Wytheville Police Department said.
Wythe County man arrested and charged with 50 counts of possession of child pornography following investigation
Read full article: Wythe County man arrested and charged with 50 counts of possession of child pornography following investigationThe Wythe County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that it had arrested a man after conducting an active child pornography investigation involving a residence in Wytheville.
Wytheville Police Department investigating bomb threat made to local hospital Tuesday morning
Read full article: Wytheville Police Department investigating bomb threat made to local hospital Tuesday morningThe Wytheville Police Department announced Tuesday that it was investigating a bomb threat that was made at Wythe County Community Hospital. Officials say the suspect has been tracked to Los Angeles.
Memorial service held for Master Corrections Officer Jeremy Hall in Wytheville
Read full article: Memorial service held for Master Corrections Officer Jeremy Hall in WythevilleMaster Corrections Officer Jeremy Hall was killed by an inmate in the line of duty on Nov. 17. Today, a memorial service in Wytheville celebrated his life.
Three suspects found following breaking and entering incidents in Wytheville
Read full article: Three suspects found following breaking and entering incidents in WythevilleLaw enforcement is searching for three suspects following a breaking and entering incident that occurred in Wytheville during Thanksgiving week, Wytheville Police Department said.
WATCH: Wytheville Town Council pulls proposal to ban firearms on public property from agenda Monday after backlash
Read full article: WATCH: Wytheville Town Council pulls proposal to ban firearms on public property from agenda Monday after backlashFireworks occurred at a Wytheville Town Council meeting Monday evening, over a proposal to ban firearms from public property.
Town of Wytheville named Great American Main Street semi-finalist
Read full article: Town of Wytheville named Great American Main Street semi-finalistWytheville’s Main Street was among the top 8 Main Street Communities nationally. This was spearheaded by Downtown Wytheville Inc. who have helped reinvigorate the area since it was founded in 2014.
Downtown Wytheville Inc. named 2026 Great American Main Street Award semifinalists
Read full article: Downtown Wytheville Inc. named 2026 Great American Main Street Award semifinalistsDowntown Wytheville Inc. announced that it had been named as a semifinalist for the 2026 Great American Main Street Award (GAMSA).
Joint task force operation in Virginia and West Virginia uncovers drug pipeline, arrest made
Read full article: Joint task force operation in Virginia and West Virginia uncovers drug pipeline, arrest madeThe Wytheville Police Department announced that it had seized over $18,000 in cash and massive drug Cache in Wytheville and West Virginia.
VSP bomb technician inspecting “suspicious package” in Wytheville, local apartments closed off
Read full article: VSP bomb technician inspecting “suspicious package” in Wytheville, local apartments closed offA Virginia State Police Bomb Technician is preparing to inspect a “suspicious package” in Wytheville, Wytheville Police Department said.
Wytheville deputy locates long-term missing person believed to have been deceased by multiple agencies
Read full article: Wytheville deputy locates long-term missing person believed to have been deceased by multiple agenciesThe Wytheville Police Department announced Wednesday that a deputy located a long-term missing person on July 17.
Wythe County completes Reed Creek Blueway project giving another public access to the creek
Read full article: Wythe County completes Reed Creek Blueway project giving another public access to the creekWythe County has completed the Reed Creek Blueway project, a major outdoor recreation initiative funded by a $100,000 grant from the Virginia Outdoors Foundation’s Preservation Trust Fund program.
Wythe County announced completion of Reed Creek Blueway project
Read full article: Wythe County announced completion of Reed Creek Blueway projectWythe County announced on Friday that they have completed their Reed Creek Blueway project, which has taken multiple years and $100,000 in grant funding from the Virginia Outdoors Foundation’s Preservation Trust Fund program.
Free Legal Advice offered Tuesday at Radford Public Library by Southwest Virginia Legal Aid Society
Read full article: Free Legal Advice offered Tuesday at Radford Public Library by Southwest Virginia Legal Aid SocietySouthwest Virginia Legal Aid Society is providing free legal consultation services today at the Radford Public Library, offering essential guidance on things like estate planning, Medicare, Medicaid, and compensation matters to residents.
Claytor Lake Drug Task Force seizes fentanyl, firearms in Wytheville
Read full article: Claytor Lake Drug Task Force seizes fentanyl, firearms in WythevilleThe Claytor Lake Drug Task Force apprehended three suspects and seized a large quantity of pressed fentanyl pills, powder fentanyl, and multiple firearms in Wytheville on Wednesday, according to the Wytheville Police Department.
101-year-old WWII Veteran visits Wytheville students with special needs
Read full article: 101-year-old WWII Veteran visits Wytheville students with special needsA 101-year-old World War II Veteran, who has lived a remarkable life and has an incredible story, paid a special visit to students in Wytheville on Friday.
Twin County Healthcare Excellence program sparks interest in future healthcare careers
Read full article: Twin County Healthcare Excellence program sparks interest in future healthcare careersThere is a healthcare shortage all across the United States, but for high school students in Grayson County, Carroll County, and Galax City Schools, they have an opportunity to learn about the healthcare industry.
Lynchburg Fire Dept. Search & Rescue team deployed to help with storm response
Read full article: Lynchburg Fire Dept. Search & Rescue team deployed to help with storm responseAt the direction of Governor Youngkin nine members of the Lynchburg Fire Dept. Search and Rescue team are being deployed to assist first responders in Southwest Virginia where snow and rainfall are expected to produce flooding problems, the Town of Lynchburg announced.
WATCH: Wytheville attraction under new ownership
Read full article: WATCH: Wytheville attraction under new ownershipThe iconic Wohlfhart Haus Dinner Theatre, a beloved landmark in the area for over 25 years, has officially reopened under new ownership. The venue, which includes the Red Stag Restaurant and Matterhorn Lounge, has been given a significant facelift, offering an updated space and an elevated menu featuring pub fare.
Rural hospital, big impact: Wythe County Community Hospital receives top grade in patient safety
Read full article: Rural hospital, big impact: Wythe County Community Hospital receives top grade in patient safetyThe Wythe County Community Hospital is busting the myth of rural hospitals, proving their quality of care is of the highest standards.
Wytheville teen with learning disability defies the odds, set to earn high school diploma
Read full article: Wytheville teen with learning disability defies the odds, set to earn high school diplomaGraduating from high school is a huge accomplishment in life, but one senior in Wytheville is defying all the odds, doing so with a learning disability.
Wytheville woman charged with attempted capitol murder following hit-and-run of trooper vehicle
Read full article: Wytheville woman charged with attempted capitol murder following hit-and-run of trooper vehicleA Wytheville woman is facing charges after police said she rammed her vehicle into a VSP trooper’s vehicle before speeding away.
Speed enforcement cameras in school zones could be in Blacksburg come this fall
Read full article: Speed enforcement cameras in school zones could be in Blacksburg come this fallThe Blacksburg Town Council held a work session to discuss the next steps in their process of bringing speed enforcement cameras to town.
James Hardie team members give back to the community with blessing bags
Read full article: James Hardie team members give back to the community with blessing bagsPeople in the New River Valley are helping people who are experiencing homelessness. Teams at James Hardie, a manufacturing company with crews in Pulaski, Radford and Wytheville, created over 750 blessing bags filled with toiletries and personal items as a part of it's Giving Back Campaign. They also delivered 100 Wendy’s gift cards for families with children who are put up in hotels for the night.
No injuries reported after woman crashes vehicle into Waffle House in Wytheville
Read full article: No injuries reported after woman crashes vehicle into Waffle House in WythevilleFortunately, no one was hurt after a woman crashed her vehicle into a Waffle House in Wytheville early Wednesday morning, according to the Wytheville Police Department.
Wytheville Community College helps fill the gap in healthcare staffing with medical laboratory program
Read full article: Wytheville Community College helps fill the gap in healthcare staffing with medical laboratory programWytheville Community College’s Medical Laboratory Program is directly addressing the healthcare shortage in Southwest Virginia.
Missing Wytheville woman found safe, Florida man wanted for attempted murder taken into custody
Read full article: Missing Wytheville woman found safe, Florida man wanted for attempted murder taken into custodyA Wytheville woman is safe tonight after she and her boyfriend who was wanted for attempted murder went missing out of Florida.
10 News Investigates: $700 million Wythe County development set to bring in 2,500 jobs put on hold
Read full article: 10 News Investigates: $700 million Wythe County development set to bring in 2,500 jobs put on holdThe future of Blue Star NBR’s glove manufacturing facilities are in limbo with funding uncertain.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Local barber takes career to major Hollywood productions
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Local barber takes career to major Hollywood productionsA Wytheville barber is reaching for the stars after he’s spent time cutting hair for different actors in major Hollywood productions.
Wytheville man charged in connection with online investigation of crimes against children
Read full article: 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 Sheriff’s Office.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Former prison inmate carves life’s story in wood for all to see
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Former prison inmate carves life’s story in wood for all to seeOne Vinton man is hoping his story of hardships and hard-time inspires others to persevere and he does so by telling his story through wood. “I see things in wood in art. My hands for some reason have to continually move. I think it is a creative instinct.”
Charges pending after bomb threat made to Wytheville gas station, area deemed safe
Read full article: Charges pending after bomb threat made to Wytheville gas station, area deemed safeA 14-year-old from West Virginia is allegedly at the source of a bomb threat made to Go Mart gas station early Saturday in Wytheville, police said.
Authorities searching for man after Wytheville Walmart bomb threat
Read full article: Authorities searching for man after Wytheville Walmart bomb threatA Charlottesville man is wanted after allegedly threatening to bomb a Walmart in Wytheville on Sunday, Jan. 22, according to the Wytheville Police Department.
Tasty Tuesday: Ghetti’s Cafe brings a multitude of food options to Wytheville’s downtown
Read full article: Tasty Tuesday: Ghetti’s Cafe brings a multitude of food options to Wytheville’s downtownHome-roasted coffee, pasta bowls and New York bagels are all found under one roof at Ghetti's in Wytheville
George Wythe ready to face Grundy for second time this season
Read full article: George Wythe ready to face Grundy for second time this seasonThe George Wythe Maroons have found themselves in the Class 1 State Semifinals for the first time since 2016, and they’ve drawn an opponent they’ve already seen this year.

