Rural Retreat News

The Virginia Department of Transportation will begin closing rest areas along the Interstate 81 corridor later this month.

Salem police have taken out warrants against a man they believe held up a bank Monday and possibly committed robberies in Smyth County and in Tennessee.

July 8, 2009 UPDATED: Manhunt for armed robber in Wythe County UPDATED: 9:50 AM State Police have released photos of the suspect vehicle.

The Virginia Department of Transportation has begun putting up electronic message signs today warning motorists that 18 Interstate rest areas will close July 21.

Fees, resolutions and the possibility of saving 3 million bucks kept the Wythe County Board of Supervisors busy during its Tuesday morning meeting.

The Galax Fire Department is trying to determine what happened to the company it contracted with to bring the annual July 4 week carnival - the volunteer organization's biggest annual fundraiser - to town.

The father arrived at the gate of Capt. Michael Harrison's base this month cradling the limp body of his 9-year-old daughter.

It's only been happening for a couple of years, but already, traditions are building at the Song of the Mountains Festival.

U.S. Army Capt. Michael Harrison faces two enemies in Afghanistan: the Taliban, and the overwhelming frustration that the Afghan people feel toward U.S. forces.

In Rural Retreat, Wednesday's heavy rain left Randy's Auto looking more like Randy's lake.

State Police are investigating a rash of car burglaries at Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat.

The law calls it a hoax, but the plastic bottle that exploded in a Rural Retreat yard early Thursday morning was flinging out real projectile.

Our extensive coverage of the Swine Flu caused concern for several viewers for different reasons.

Virginia health officials soon will be able to test suspected cases of swine flu in state labs, cutting down on the time it takes to determine if someone has the disease.

Come spring, the blue crab must let go of its tough armor and stand exposed in the tidal currents.

More than $11 million in federal stimulus money will help four Virginia communities provide safe drinking water and improve wastewater treatment systems.

Q: How do you cook asparagus and green beans? - Susan B., Rural Retreat, Va. A: I snap the asparagus about a inch or so from the bottom - it will naturally pop.

April 14, 2009 Public hearing on Rural Retreat Train Depot There's some controversy over the old Rural Retreat train depot.

The old railroad station is a historic landmark in the small town of Rural Retreat, but Mayor Tim Litz says it's also a big eyesore.

Dozens spoke out Wednesday in opposition to proposed cuts in Virginia Department of Transportation services and programs.