Christopher Mentz, Author at The Virginian Review

STUARTS DRAFT, Va. (VR) - The Alleghany JV baseball team erased an early deficit with a three-run third inning but...

Sports

Covington Closes Season as Howard Delivers Three-Hit Performance

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - The Covington Middle School softball team closed out its season Thursday with an 8-5 loss to Shawsville...

Sports

Cougars Avenge Earlier Loss to Riverheads With 6-3 Tennis Victory

LOW MOOR, Va. (VR) - The Alleghany boys tennis team avenged a 5-4 loss to Riverheads from earlier this season with...

Emma Wolfe tracks down a return during recent action for the Alleghany girls tennis team. Wolfe has helped lead the Cougars to a 12-3 record this season. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR Sports

Sports

Cougars Cruise Past Riverheads, Improve to 12-3 With 7-2 Victory

STAUNTON, Va. (VR) - The Alleghany girls tennis team improved to 12-3 on the season with a 7-2 victory over...

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) - Area ministers, local leaders and community members gathered Thursday at noon at Covington City Hall for the annual National Day of Prayer. Speakers included Steve Noel, Bill Gilland, Tamala Preston, Randall Allen, David Schmall, Kyle Moore, Allen Dressler, Lorri Boyd, George Broughman and Linda Kagarise, while Jed Carpenter and David Crosier provided music. Guests were invited to lunch at Good News on Main following the event.

Local News

Community Gathers at Covington City Hall for National Day of Prayer

Covington City Clerk, Amber Berberette was recognized by City Manger Allen Dressler. This is Professional Municipal Clerks Week. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR

News

Service Awards Presented, Forbes Honored With Proclamation and Chief Smith Recognized for Certification

May 7, 2026

The late Fred Forbes was honored with a proclamation at Tuesday night's meeting.(L-R) Leanne Stout, Carla Arritt- sisters of Mr Forbes. Covington...

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Eight HCA Virginia Hospitals Awarded ‘A’ Rating In Spring 2026 Safety Grade

May 7, 2026

NASHVILLE, TN, - Eight HCA Virginia hospitals earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit...

CCI Executive Director Luiz DaSilva (at front) discusses international collaboration opportunities in cybersecurity with embassy representatives from 13 countries April 28 at the Virginia Tech Research Center — Arlington. Photo by Craig Newcomb for Virginia Tech.

Business and Tech

Commonwealth Cyber Initiative Builds Global Partnerships To Tackle Cyber Threats

May 7, 2026

ARLINGTON, Va. - The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) is strengthening international collaboration by engaging embassy representatives from around the world to address widespread...

Sports

Alleghany Boys Tennis Dominates Fort Defiance

May 6, 2026

AUGUSTA COUNTY, Va. (VR) - Alleghany boys tennis swept a doubleheader against Fort Defiance on Wednesday, moving to 8-6 overall...

The lady Cougars celebrated their seniors prior to Monday nights match. (L-R) Emma Wolfe, Coach Katie Hinkle and Lainie McCormick. Photo: Christopher Mentz, VR Sports

Sports

Alleghany Falls 5-4 To Staunton On Senior Night

May 6, 2026