WVIR - Neighborhood News: Augusta, Staunton, Waynesboro

Retired Staunton Police Officer Arrested for Attempting to Solicit a Minor

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:37:00 EDT

John Curtis Nuckolls was arrested after an online sting Sunday.

Lyme Disease: Signs, Treatment and Prevention

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:17:00 EDT

As we start to spend more time outside, it could increase our exposure to ticks and tick-borne illnesses - including Lyme disease.

Waynesboro Man Arrested on Drug Charges

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:34:00 EDT

Jon Dennis Jackson Jr., 27, is charged with felony possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute.

Anonymous Tip leads to Arrest of Assault Suspect

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

A Staunton man wanted in connection with the beating of a woman in her Waynesboro home is behind bars.

Cuccinelli Wins Republican Party Nomination for Governor

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:52:00 EDT

Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli was nominated for governor at a statewide Republican convention Saturday.

Winning Mega Millions Ticket Sold in VA

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:22:00 EDT

A Mega Millions ticket sold in Farmville has matched all six numbers in the latest drawing and will split the estimated $190 million jackpot with the holder of another winning ticket bought in New Jersey.

Valley Mother Works with Congress to Up Child Care Regulations

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:52:00 EDT

A Shenandoah Valley mother whose baby girl died last May is working with Congress to prevent a similar tragedy.

Tuition Increases at VA Community Colleges

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:16:00 EDT

Rates at Virginia's community colleges are going up. The State Board for Community Colleges voted to increase in-state tuition and mandatory fees rate by 4.4 percent.

Soil Work on Afton Mountain to Resume Monday

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:02:00 EDT

Work has stopped for the day at VDOT's emergency project on I-64 at Afton Mountain. The project will resume on Monday, May 20.

Waynesboro Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:50:00 EDT

A Waynesboro woman has pleaded guilty to bilking tens of thousands of dollars from an Augusta County nonprofit. Felicia Roberts will be sentenced in September.

Former Augusta School Employee Pleads Guilty to Child Porn Possession

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:33:00 EDT

A former IT instructor for Augusta County Public Schools pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography.

Staunton Woman Arrested on Assault Charges, Police Looking for Brother

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:17:00 EDT

Sudana Wilmott surrendered herself on May 16 on three felony warrants. Her brother, Leslie Wilmott is still wanted on three felony warrants.

Mended Bald Eagle Returning to Wild in VA

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:07:00 EDT

A bald eagle nursed back to health after it tested positive for lead poisoning is set to take flight again back to the wild.

UPDATE: Waynesboro Woman Faces DUI Charge After Series of Crashes

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

A Waynesboro woman is facing a number of charges, including driving under the influence, after police say she crashed into several vehicles Wednesday night.

Police Investigate Minor Explosion in Augusta

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:50:00 EDT

State Police and the Augusta County Sheriff's Office are on the scene of what appears to be a minor explosion that occurred early Thursday morning in the community of Pastures in Augusta.

Augusta Man Faces 5 Sexual Battery Charges

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:44:00 EDT

James Leigh, a 53-year-old from Augusta County, is facing five aggravated sexual battery charges.

Artists with Mental Illness Showcase Work at Staunton Exhibit

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:09:00 EDT

"Art-The Road to Recovery" is on display at the Staunton Augusta Art Center. It showcases works created by people with mental illnesses.

Lotto Fever Strikes with Third-Highest Jackpot Ever

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:40:00 EDT

Lotto fever has struck, with people hoping they own Wednesday night's $360 million winning Powerball ticket.

Hong Kong-Based Company to Open Location in Augusta

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:58:00 EDT

Hong Kong-based company DASCOM plans to build an office and warehouse in Verona's Mill Place Commerce Park.

Miss Virginia USA Sent off to National Pageant

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:37:00 EDT

Pageant season is around the corner, and some of the commonwealth's reigning beauty queens are wishing one of their own the best of luck.

Faculty, Family Celebrate Ladd Weeks Before it Closes

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:35:00 EDT

Once a school, forever a family - that was the message as hundreds celebrated Ladd Elementary School before it closes its doors.

Virginia State Police Investigate Augusta Motorcycle Crash

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:27:00 EDT

Virginia State Police are investigating a motorcycle crash on Route 11 at the Interstate 81 interchange for Exit 213/Greenville.

William Perry Elementary Receives $15,000 from Box Tops for Education

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:43:00 EDT

General Mills and Martin's handed over a $15,000 check to William Perry Elementary School on Wednesday for collecting 150,000 box tops.

6 VA Companies Honored for Hiring People with Disabilities

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

The commonwealth is celebrating six companies in central VA and the valley for hiring people other employers may turn away due to disabilities.

Shenandoah Park Seeks to Stop Deer Disease Spread

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:49:00 EDT

Officials at Shenandoah National Park are working on a plan to stop the spread of chronic wasting disease.

Keeping Your Family Safe at the Pool

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:34:00 EDT

Before you take your family for a swim, it's important to know some tips to keep you and your kids safe this summer.

Murals Commemorate Staunton Community Center's Past

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:13:00 EDT

Booker T. Washington Community Center now features three colorful new additions - vibrant murals that will share with a younger generation the stories of the center's past.

Sign Language Class Wins Contest with Anti-Substance Abuse Video

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:57:00 EDT

American Sign Language is new to the foreign language department in one valley school and it's already getting accolades.

Waynesboro School Board Officially Votes in New Superintendent

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:53:00 EDT

The Waynesboro School Board announced Jeffrey Cassell as its pick for superintendent three weeks ago, but voted him in Tuesday night.

Drug Destruction Compliance Lagging for Local Police Departments

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:09:00 EDT

Police in every county in the NBC29 viewing area are breaking a law related to drug destruction records.

Wireless Leaders Come Together to Curb Texting and Driving

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile are uniting under AT&T's "It Can Wait" campaign to put an end to texting and driving.

Staunton Music Guild Begins “Gift of Music” Program

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:29:00 EDT

A nonprofit promoting music in the Shenandoah Valley is giving the gift of free performances.

Waynesboro Council Cuts Back Proposed Real Estate Tax Hike

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:28:00 EDT

Waynesboro City Council is cutting back the city manager's proposed real estate tax rate hike after a public hearing Monday night.

Waynesboro Fundraising for Campground Shelter Upgrade

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:00 EDT

The city of Waynesboro is kicking off a fundraising campaign to upgrade its campground for hikers following the Appalachian Trail. Plans call for a new solar-powered shelter.

Record Number of Bear Cubs at VA Wildlife Center

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:09:00 EDT

The Wildlife Center of Virginia is caring for a record 11 black bear cubs this spring.

Boys and Girls Club Prepares for 8th Annual Cycling Challenge

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

The Boys & Girls Club of central Virginia is preparing for its 8th annual Boys and Girls Club Cycling Challenge.

Augusta Sheriff's Office Looking for Pharmacy Robbery Suspect

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

Investigators say John Lowery stole a white 2005 Nissan Frontier from Charlottesville, drove to Stuarts Draft, and broke into a pharmacy around midnight on Sunday.

Craigsville Man Accused of Molesting a Minor

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:07:00 EDT

A Craigsville man is behind bars, accused of sexually molesting a young girl over the past two years.

Longwood University Increases Tuition

Sun, 12 May 2013 17:59:00 EDT

Longwood University's Board of Visitors approved a 4.1 percent increase in tuition and mandatory fees for the 2013-14 school year.

High Tea Fundraiser Raises Money for Technology Center

Sat, 11 May 2013 22:39:00 EDT

Dozens of people put on fancy hats Saturday afternoon for the second annual High Tea fundraiser for the Waynesboro Area Learning Tree - or "WALT."

Augusta Health Reviewing Response Plan After Power Outage

Sat, 11 May 2013 22:17:00 EDT

Augusta Health is reviewing its emergency response after a lightning strike knocked out all power to the Fishersville facility Friday night.

Chrysler Recalls Almost 470,000 Jeep SUV's

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:49:00 EDT

Chrysler is recalling 469,000 Jeep SUV's worldwide because they can shift into neutral without warning on startup.

Staunton Council Approves 2013-2014 Budget

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:23:00 EDT

Staunton City Council approved a budget for fiscal year 2013 - 2014.

Augusta School Board Votes for Employee Pay Raises

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:29:00 EDT

Augusta School Board members unanimously voted Thursday to instate a five-year plan, improving salary scales for teachers.

Waynesboro Jury Rules Councilman's Dog Dangerous

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:17:00 EDT

A Waynesboro jury decided Thursday night that a Waynesboro councilman's dog is dangerous, after it bit a man last May.

Staunton Man Arrested after Fleeing Traffic Stop

Thu, 9 May 2013 23:11:00 EDT

A Staunton man is in custody after leading police on a chase in Augusta County. He faces eluding, firearm and drug charges.

VSDB Students Learn New Skills with Campus Garden

Thu, 9 May 2013 22:28:00 EDT

Students at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind are getting their hands dirty in the very first garden on campus.

Concert to Celebrate Ladd Elementary School's Past and Present

Thu, 9 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Ladd Elementary will shut its doors in June. Students and teachers will say goodbye with a closing ceremony concert Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Mail Carriers Drop Off Bags for Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

Thu, 9 May 2013 18:05:00 EDT

Thursday, mail carriers are dropping off more than just mail. They are dropping off bags for the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Weather Postpones Afton Mountain Soil Work Again

Thu, 9 May 2013 10:51:00 EDT

VDOT's emergency project to remove unstable soil from a slope above I-64 at Afton Mountain is suspended again Thursday due to weather.

Staunton Councilman to Run for Congress

Thu, 9 May 2013 00:11:00 EDT

Democratic Staunton City Councilman Bruce Elder says he is running for Congress.

Waynesboro Kids Volunteer in Exchange for Guitar Lessons

Wed, 8 May 2013 23:21:00 EDT

Some kids who are part of the Waynesboro YMCA Childcare program are learning to play guitar free at the Valley Music Academy.

Waynesboro Man Wanted on Drug Charges Turns Himself In

Wed, 8 May 2013 11:28:00 EDT

Marcus Cabell surrendered himself to the Augusta County Sheriff's Office on May 7 and is being held without bond at Middle River Regional Jail.

Man Wanted in Both Waynesboro, Augusta Arrested After 3 Years

Tue, 7 May 2013 13:32:00 EDT

The Albemarle County Police Department arrested Fred William Quick on May 6, 2013 at a residence in the North Garden part of the county.

Man Faces Felony Charges After Disturbance Call in Staunton

Tue, 7 May 2013 11:37:00 EDT

Mark Marchant, 38, is facing felony charges after what started as a domestic assault call with a man barricaded inside a home on Westover Drive.

Staunton: Tree City Deals with Tree Problems

Mon, 6 May 2013 23:30:00 EDT

For the 17th time, Staunton is nationally recognized as a tree city. But even in a city dedicated to its trees, there's a trend that's destroying them.

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank Fights “Summer Slump”

Mon, 6 May 2013 17:02:00 EDT

Dwindling donations after the holidays mean two upcoming initiatives to help families in need keep food on the table.

Waynesboro PD Investigates Office Burglaries

Mon, 6 May 2013 16:40:00 EDT

Waynesboro police are investigating a pair of burglaries at offices for an apartment complex and an elementary school.

Waynesboro Woman Arrested for Hit-and-Run Involving Pedestrian

Mon, 6 May 2013 16:36:00 EDT

Waynesboro police have arrested a Waynesboro woman after they say she crashed into a pedestrian and several parked vehicles at Parkway Village Apartments and fled.

Augusta Health Cafeteria to be Renovated

Mon, 6 May 2013 15:58:00 EDT

Augusta Health's cafeteria will undergo a major renovation beginning May 10. The cafeteria is expected to reopen in September.

Weather Delays I-64 Work at Afton Mountain Again

Mon, 6 May 2013 15:11:00 EDT

The Virginia Department of Transportation's work at Afton Mountain has been delayed again.

Baby 101: Getting Rover Ready

Wed, 1 May 2013 16:17:00 EDT

NBC29's Libby Allison discusses how to make bringing a newborn baby into the home an easier transition for the four-legged family member.

"Dash With A Splash" Benefits Waynesboro Elementary School

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:53:00 EDT

Hundreds of runners and walkers in Waynesboro crossed a finish line with all the colors of the rainbow.