VDOT: Traffic alerts for the Valley, Central Virginia for week of Feb. 3-7
VDOT has updated its schedule for road work in the Culpeper, Lynchburg and Staunton transportation districts for the week of Feb. 3-7.
VDOT has updated its schedule for road work in the Culpeper, Lynchburg and Staunton transportation districts for the week of Feb. 3-7.

As the HokieBird mascot at Virginia Tech, Augusta County native Amy Wells had to keep her role as “the bird” a secret from other students.
Growing up in the Shenandoah Valley means glimpses of the night sky that are clearer than elsewhere in Virginia.
The twin brother of Augusta County Sheriff Donald Smith, who is facing up to 70 years in prison on charges from a Dec. 26, 2023, incident involving a stolen vehicle, has been out on bond since July 29.
H. Dunlop “Buz” Dawbarn knew that teachers are underappreciated in America’s school systems. In 1994, he set out to change that.
Monday was a busy day on the threats of school violence beat here in our part of Virginia.
A 16-year-old male student from Harrisonburg High School was taken into custody Monday evening for making threats against two schools.
A social media threat targeting Wilson Memorial High School is under investigation, according to the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office.
A “dedicated security plan” is in place for Harrisonburg and Rocktown high schools to allow both to safely re-open on Tuesday.
VDOT will hold a citizen information meeting concerning the extension of several ramps at the Mount Sidney safety rest areas on I-81.
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