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Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portions of Covington

October 8, 2026
COVINGTON, Va. (VR) -  The City of Covington Public Works Department is working to repair a water leak on South Durant Road after a hydrant valve blew off during repairs to a broken fire hydrant. Crews are currently working to repair the leak.

Water Leak Reported on South Durant Street During Hydrant Repairs

October 8, 2026

Covington Middle Boys Take Sixth at Southwest Virginia Middle School Championship

October 8, 2026
Alleghany Girls Bring Home The Win On Wednesday. Photo: Erin Bartley 

Alleghany Girls Claim First Place At Fort Defiance

October 8, 2026
Alleghany High School cheerleaders are collecting socks at home volleyball and football games through the end of October for the “Sock It to Cancer” drive. All donated socks will benefit patients at the Blue Ridge Cancer Center. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR Sports 

Alleghany Cheerleaders Collect Socks for Blue Ridge Cancer Center

October 8, 2026

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81st Labor Day Parade Makes It’s Way Through Covington

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COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Annual Labor Day Parade, presented by AWPPW Local 675, brought cheers and plenty of candy to downtown Covington Monday afternoon. The nearly hour-long parade featured the Alleghany High School band and cheerleaders, fire trucks, recreation football teams, the VFW and local politicians. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR 

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Annual Labor Day Parade, presented by AWPPW Local 675, brought cheers and plenty of candy to downtown Covington Monday afternoon. The nearly hour-long parade featured the Alleghany High School band and cheerleaders, fire trucks, recreation football teams, the VFW and local politicians. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR 

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COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - Granbery United Methodist Church recently honored Allan Tucker in recognition of 50 years of dedicated service as Granbery Memorial’s director of music. Tucker also served for many years as a music educator with Covington Public Schools and as a member of Covington City Council. Throughout his years of service to the community, Tucker has made a significant and lasting impact on the lives of many people. Photo: Tammy Scruggs-Duncan

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Published on September 8, 2026 and Last Updated on September 8, 2026 by Christopher Mentz