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STARS to perform at Summer Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, July 25

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Covington Parks and Recreation to Host Summer Holiday on July 25

COVINGTON, VA (VR) - Get ready for a unique celebration that combines the warmth of summer with the magic of...

by Virginian Review Staff

July 15, 2026 - Updated on July 16, 2026

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Tall Cop Says Stop Program Coming to the Alleghany Highlands to Promote Substance Abuse Prevention and Community Awareness

ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS, VA (VR) — Community members are invited to attend the Tall Cop Says Stop program on Thursday, August...

by Virginian Review Staff

July 15, 2026 - Updated on July 16, 2026

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The ACC Football Kickoff began Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., where Virginia's representatives were head coach Tony Elliott, linebacker Kam Robinson, offensive tackle McKale Boley and quarterback Beau Pribula. Photo: UVA Athletics

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Hoos Looking to Build on Hard-Earned Success

July 18, 2026

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Traffic Alert: Interstate 81 southbound emergency road work in Roanoke County

July 17, 2026

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Dear Abby: In-Laws’ Clear Favoritism Doesn’t Bode Well for the Future

July 17, 2026

BATH COUNTY, Va. - Preparations are underway for the upcoming Bath County High School Band Camp as volunteers stocked up on groceries to help feed band members throughout the week. Several carts were filled with food and loaded into vehicles as one of the final steps before camp begins. The meals are part of the support that helps keep students fueled during a busy week of rehearsals and preparation for the upcoming marching band season. Photo: Bath County High School Band

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Missoula Children’s Theatre Returns July 20 -25

July 16, 2026

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Alleghany High School Class Schedules Now Available

July 15, 2026

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Dear Abby: Wife Suspects Man Is Still Up to His Usual Tricks

July 15, 2026

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Governor Spanberger Announces Preliminary General Fund Revenues Ended Fiscal Year 2026 With $936 Million Surplus

July 14, 2026

Celebration Choir at Main Street Clifton Forge’s Stars and Stripes Celebration (Marian Paxton photo)

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God Bless America, Land That I Love

July 14, 2026

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Covington City Council Sets Agenda for July 14 Meeting

July 14, 2026

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Council for the Town of Clifton Forge Holds Emergency Closed Session

July 13, 2026

Car Enthusiasts Rally for Back the Blue Scholarship

by Christopher Mentz

July 11, 2026 - Updated on July 13, 2026

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - Rain couldn't wash out the spirit of the Alleghany Cruisers on Saturday as the...

CLIFTON FORGE, Va. (VR) - Despite extreme heat, crowds lined Main Street in Clifton Forge on Saturday, July 4, for the annual Stars and Stripes Parade. The parade featured Alleghany County Sheriff Kyle Moore, the Alleghany High School varsity cheerleaders, local fire and rescue units, the Alleghany Highlands VA250 float and numerous other entries as community members gathered to celebrate Independence Day. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR

Obituary: Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr., 83

by Arritt Funeral Home

July 18, 2026

Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr.Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr., 83, of Covington, died Thursday, July 16, 2026, at...

Obituary: Peggy Louise Wickline Bland, 87

July 1, 2026

Obituary: David Lee Arritt, Sr., 79

June 29, 2026

Obituary: Carolyn Annette King

June 29, 2026

JMU Voted Favorites in the East, Three Dukes Named Preseason All-Sun Belt

by The Virginian Review Sports

July 18, 2026

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NEW ORLEANS – James Madison football was voted to finish atop the Sun Belt Conference East Division,...

Richards Fans Eight, Jacks Drop 9-2 Decision

by Christopher Mentz

July 18, 2026

Sports

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) — The Lumberjacks stayed within striking distance through six innings before the Charlottesville...

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Rockbridge County Mourns Loss of Baseball Coach Travis Roadcap

by The Virginian Review Sports

July 17, 2026

ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY, Va. - Rockbridge Athletics announced with profound sadness the passing of Rockbridge County High School faculty member and Head...

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Kai Rowland to Continue Baseball Career at WVU Tech

by Christopher Mentz

July 12, 2026

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - Following a record-setting career at Alleghany High School, 2026 graduate Kai Rowland will continue his baseball...

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Obituary: Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr., 83

by Arritt Funeral Home

July 18, 2026

Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr.Berlin Albert “BA” Fridley, Jr., 83, of Covington, died Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Brian...

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Hoos Looking to Build on Hard-Earned Success

by The Virginian Review Sports

July 18, 2026

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When quarterback Beau Pribula was considering his options after entering the transfer portal, he looked at Virginia and saw a...

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JMU Voted Favorites in the East, Three Dukes Named Preseason All-Sun Belt

July 18, 2026

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Richards Fans Eight, Jacks Drop 9-2 Decision

July 18, 2026

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Rockbridge County Mourns Loss of Baseball Coach Travis Roadcap

July 17, 2026

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - Alleghany High School's Youth Soccer Camp concluded Thursday evening after giving young players several days of instruction from current and former AHS soccer players. The camp focused on developing fundamental soccer skills while also helping experienced players continue to improve their technique and overall understanding of the game. Photo: Alleghany Highlands Youth Soccer Association

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AHS Soccer Players Help Shape Future of Program

July 17, 2026

From the ArchivesEchoes Of The Past

City Recreation Director Merle P. Barr presented four trophies earned during the 1973 Little League football season during a special assembly at Jeter-Watson School Friday. Front Row, from left, are Norma Andrews and Jackie Campbell, cheerleading co-captains for the ‘B’ League Jeter Watson Bobcats in 1973, with the trophy given them as the best cheerleading group in their league. For the season. From left, top row, are Jimmie Reid, Joe Albert, and Harry Persinger, also holding trophies.

Echoes of the Past – Clifton Forge Bus Line to use Cadillac Car

by Virginian Review Staff

1 year ago

Echoes of the past is a collection of historical articles curated from The Virginian Review and other publications archived since...