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COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Covington Lumberjacks will welcome Special Olympics athletes to Casey Field on Sunday, June 14, for a memorable evening of baseball and community spirit.
The festivities begin at 4 p.m. as Special Olympics participants take part in several pregame activities. Athletes will sing the National Anthem, join Lumberjacks players on the field during introductions, and have the opportunity to throw a ceremonial first pitch.
The event is designed to celebrate inclusion and provide a special experience for participating athletes while bringing the community together through baseball. Fans are encouraged to arrive early and help recognize the Special Olympics athletes as they take center stage alongside the Lumberjacks.

Special Olympics Night With The Jacks

June 13, 2026
The Covington Lumberjacks Bark in the Park night has been rescheduled for June 16 at 6:30 p.m. after the original game was cancelled due to weather. Fans are encouraged to bring donations of dog and cat food for the Alleghany Humane Society, which will also be on hand with adoptable pets. Guests are welcome to bring their four-legged friends as long as they are on a leash.

Leashes, Bases, and Belly Rubs: Bark in the Park Returns

June 13, 2026
COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Covington VA250 Carnival will host a sensory hour Saturday from 5–6 p.m. 

Sensory Hour Set for Saturday, at Covington VA250 Carnival

June 12, 2026
COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Covington Lumberjacks and Olde Town Covington have joined forces with the Christmas Mother and Salvation Army for a teddy bear drive. Fans attending Saturday’s 6:30 p.m. home game are encouraged to bring a new or gently used teddy bear to donate. Additional information is available at oldetowncovington.com. Photo: Elizabeth Kirby 

Teddy Bear Donations to Be Collected at Saturday’s Game

June 12, 2026
COVINGTON, Va. (VR) — The Covington VA250 Celebration opened Thursday evening at the Jackson River Sports Complex. Crowds began lining up before gates opened at 6 p.m. and quickly filled the midway. Rides provided by Coles Amusements drew steady lines throughout the evening, while food vendors served a variety of fair favorites.
The celebration continues Friday and Saturday. Gates open at 6 p.m. each day and admission is free. Ride tickets are available for purchase on site. The event concludes Saturday night with a fireworks show. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR

VA250 Festivities Get Underway in Covington

June 12, 2026

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Alleghany County Deputy Injured In Wreck On I-81

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ROANOKE — An Alleghany County sheriff’s deputy was seriously injured Tuesday in an accident on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County.
Sheriff Kevin Hall said Dep. Jeremy Morris was en route to Covington when the accident occurred at approximately 10:30 p.m.
Morris had transported a dog to a veterinarian in Roanoke for emergency treatment.
While returning to Covington, Morris was involved in a two-vehicle accident. He was traveling in the northbound lane of I-81.
Hall said Morris sustained serious, but not life-threatening injuries. He was transported to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment. 
Virginia State Police investigated the incident and charged the driver of the second vehicle with a traffic violation, Sheriff Hall said.
The accident occurred at   mile marker 147.5 near the Hollins exit on I-81.
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An Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office deputy was injured in a wreck on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County Tuesday night. Deputy Jeremy Morris had transported a dog to a veterinarian in Roanoke and was returning to Covington when the wreck occurred. Deputy Morris received serious but non-life threatening injuries. He was taken to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. (Photo Courtesy Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office)

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