Loading...
RSS feeds allow Web site content to be gathered via feed reader software. Click the subscribe link to obtain the feed URL for this page. The feed will update when new content appears on this page.

Patrick County

Highlights

A collection of news and information related to Patrick County published by this site and its partners.

Sort By: Relevancy | Date | Type
Displaying items 1-12 of 25
» View wdbj7.com items only
    May 21, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  1. Community helps furnish home for Patrick County veteran

    A dream home for a hometown hero just became even more affordable.
    WDBJ7 Reporter
    A dream home for a hometown hero just became even more affordable. Monday businesses in Southern Virginia including Bassett Furniture told veteran J. B. Kerns all furnishings would be donated, free of charge, for his new "smart home." It's still in...

    Tags: Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia), Gary Sinise

  2. Apr 11, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  3. UPDATED: Brush fire contained in Patrick County, residents allowed back home

    The brush fire in Patrick County has been contained, and residents of the 14 homes that were evacuated have been allowed back home.
    Reporter
    The brush fire in Patrick County has been contained, and residents of the 14 homes that were evacuated have been allowed back home. The fire in Patrick County burned 125 acres. Crews are monitoring the fire to make sure it doesn't start back up. ------...

    Tags: Charity, American Red Cross, Steve Allen

  4. Apr 18, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  5. UPDATED: Rain helping firefighters contain wildfires

    A steady rain is helping firefighters put out wildfires in Virginia. More than a half-inch of rain is expected to fall throughout Wednesday.
    A steady rain is helping firefighters put out wildfires in Virginia. More than a half-inch of rain is expected to fall throughout Wednesday. Despite the rain, smoke from parts of the fires may be visible for days. Crews that came from 29 states will...

    Tags: Forestry and Timber, Giles County, Religious Festivals, Science and Technology, Rockbridge County

  6. Feb 2, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  7. Carilion adds third helicopter; Lifeguard 12 will be based in Lexington

        Carilion Clinic announced that it will add a third medical transport helicopter to its Lifeguard fleet.  This one will be based in Lexington.  Carilion already operates two other medical helicopters - one in Roanoke and the other in the New River Valley.
        Carilion Clinic announced that it will add a third medical transport helicopter to its Lifeguard fleet.  This one will be based in Lexington.  Carilion already operates two other medical helicopters - one in Roanoke and the other in the New River...

    Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Franklin (Franklin, Virginia), Rockbridge County, Pittsylvania County, Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia)

  8. Jan 30, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  9. Whooping cough cases on the rise in Virginia

    The Virginia Department of Health says pertussis, or better known as whooping cough, is making a comeback.
    The Virginia Department of Health says pertussis, or better known as whooping cough, is making a comeback. The Department of Health says cases in Virginia have doubled since 2007, and in the western part of the state reported cases have tripled between...

    Tags: Health and Medical Professionals, Franklin (Franklin, Virginia), Chemicals, Pneumonia, Family

  10. Jan 13, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  11. Skunk tests positive for rabies in Blacksburg

    The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed two cases of rabid animals.
    The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed two cases of rabid animals. The department says a skunk killed last week at a dog park in Blacksburg has tested positive for rabies. Two dogs attacked the skunk, and one of the dog's owners reported the...

    Tags: Montgomery County (Virginia), Medical Procedures and Tests, Dog (animal), Blacksburg, Medical Procedures and Tests

  12. Jan 5, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7
  13. Governor recognizes several area high-performing schools

    Governor McDonnell and the Board of Education have recognized several high-performing schools in our area.
    Governor McDonnell and the Board of Education have recognized several high-performing schools in our area. Throughout the state, 447 schools and two school divisions earned 2012 Virginia Index of Performance awards for advanced learning and achievement....

    Tags: Executive Branch, Rockbridge County, Mount Airy, Campbell County, Politics

  14. Sep 29, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7
  15. Ninety-six percent of Virginia schools reach full accreditation

    Ninety-six percent of Virginia's public schools are fully accredited for the 2011-12 school year. 
    Ninety-six percent of Virginia's public schools are fully accredited for the 2011-12 school year.  The Virginia Department of Education made the announcement Thursday.  The accreditation is based on performance of students on Standards of Learning and...

    Tags: High Schools, James City County, Southampton County, Rockbridge County, Arts and Culture

  16. Nov 11, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7
  17. Patrick County bluegrass musician Sammy Shelor performs on Letterman

    Sammy Shelor has been playing the banjo since he was four years old, and his reputation as a master of traditional bluegrass is already well-established, but with his appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman Friday night, the Patrick County resident is rolling with a different crowd.
    Reporter
    Sammy Shelor has been playing the banjo since he was four years old, and his reputation as a master of traditional bluegrass is already well-established, but with his appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman Friday night, the Patrick County...

    Tags: Bluegrass (genre), Steve Martins, New York City, Music, Steve Martin

  18. Jul 31, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7
  19. Health department's warning people to take precautions against rabid animals at Floydfest

    Floyd Fest is a place where many go to enjoy food, friends and live music. But the Virginia Department of Health is warning people to take precautions to avoid getting rabies from wild animals.
    Multimedia Journalist
    Floyd Fest is a place where many go to enjoy food, friends and live music. But the Virginia Department of Health is warning people to take precautions to avoid getting rabies from wild animals. Tens of thousands of people flocked Floyd and Patrick...

    Tags: Floyd County, Diseases and Illnesses, Rabies, Health, Virginia

  20. Aug 16, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7
  21. Carroll County History

    Founded: 1842 History:    Carroll County was formed in 1842 after it broke away from Grayson County. Part of Patrick County was later added. The county was named after Charles Carroll, who was the last surviving signer of the Declaration of...

    Tags: Crime, Law and Justice, Charles Carroll, Arts and Culture, Carroll County (Virginia), Grayson County

  22. Aug 16, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7
  23. Martinsville History

    Founded: 1928 History:    Martinsville, founded by Native American Revolutionary War general Joseph Martin, began as a part of the larger Henry County. Martinsville, though recognized as a separate town, wasn't officially independent of Henry County...

    Tags: American Revolutionary War (1775-1783), Minority Groups, Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia), Arts and Culture, Consumer Goods Industries

 1  2 3Next >
Original site for Patrick County topic gallery.