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Well-paid communities: $88,918 for recount of the 5th district


Well-paid communities: ,918 for recount of the 5th district

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – A three-judge panel of Goochland County District Court has ruled that Congressman Bob Good owes $88,918.72 for the recount of the 5th District Republican primary. That’s nearly $8,000 less than the court’s original estimate of about $96,000. It’s also well under the more than $100,000 Good was actually charged with. In […]

Drought overcome in much of Virginia, Shenandoah still suffers


Drought overcome in much of Virginia, Shenandoah still suffers

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – From drought relief to flood damage to ongoing groundwater concerns, Tropical Storm Debby’s massive rains have worsened Virginia’s outlook at the tail end of a particularly hot and dry summer. The remnants of the storm have led to a general improvement in drought conditions throughout Virginia, but groundwater levels are still […]

Nelson County honors victims of hurricane 55 years ago


Nelson County honors victims of hurricane 55 years ago

ARRINGTON, Va. (WVIR) – Hurricane Camille devastated Nelson County in 1969 on a day the community will never forget. For 34 years, the Oakland Museum has commemorated the anniversary. 55 years ago, Hurricane Camille claimed 124 lives in Nelson County. Every year, the Nelson Historical Society commemorates the tragedy. Geologist Ann Wytt spoke at the […]

Orange County welcomes new K9 Kyro


Orange County welcomes new K9 Kyro

ORANGE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Office welcomes its newest police dog. Kyro is a four-month-old bloodhound. “He already has a strong personality, I’m starting to see that,” said Deputy Christian Amos, Kyro’s handler. “He has a strong will when we train. As soon as we get him out of the car, […]