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Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

5 days ago in Trending, World

New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III

A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

6 days ago in Trending, World

Tiny wild cat newly identified as a species draws curious visitors in Bolivia

A tiny wild cat hidden away in the cloud forests of Bolivia has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing a stream of visitors hoping for a glimpse of the animal that scientists have identified as a brand new species.

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17 hours ago in Local, Sports

Dukes open Sun Belt play with 46-20 win at ODU in the Royal Rivalry

James Madison opened Sun Belt Conference play with a 46-20 win over Old Dominion in the TowneBank Royal Rivalry on Saturday night at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk.

17 hours ago in Sports

Bridgewater falls at Centre College, 45-0

The Bridgewater College football team fell to Centre 45-0 on Saturday night.

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

High School Football Scores for around Virginia

Local and statewide scores from Friday night are here.

1 day ago in High School Sports, Local, Sports

Eagles Roll Past Blue Streaks, Stay Unbeaten at 5-0

The Eagles wasted little time getting on the scoreboard. On their opening possession, Demetrius Arrington broke free for a 49-yard touchdown run.

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Traffic delays in the Shenandoah Valley – Week of October 2, 2026

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VDOT's list of maintenance and construction work in the Shenandoah Valley for the week of October 2, 2026.

2 hours ago in Local, Weather

Warming temperatures are on the way this week

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Daytime highs will climb into the 80's by mid-week.

17 hours ago in Local, Sports

Dukes open Sun Belt play with 46-20 win at ODU in the Royal Rivalry

James Madison opened Sun Belt Conference play with a 46-20 win over Old Dominion in the TowneBank Royal Rivalry on Saturday night at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk.

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UPDATE: Missing Fishersville man safely located

UPDATE (9/26/26): Raymond Ashby has been safely located.

1 day ago in Local, Weather

Sunny and breezy this weekend

The chance for any rain will be minimum.

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2 days ago in Entertainment, Local

Wayne Theatre Presents “DEAD WRONG – A Miscast Concert” for HalloWAYNE

The historic Wayne Theatre in Downtown Waynesboro will present “DEAD WRONG - A Miscast Concert” on October 10 at 7:00 p.m.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’

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How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.