23 people indicted on drug charges in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Russell County law enforcement announced Thursday that several individuals have been arrested and indicted on drug-related charges.According to a news release from the Russell County Sheriff’s Office, a grand jury returned 137 indictments against 23 people for crimes involving the distribution of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and other controlled substances. In addition, four other individuals were charged and arrested...
One person arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — A Huntsville woman faces several charges after police say a shoplifting investigation led to the discovery of illegal drugs.Huntsville Police reported that officers were called to a business on the 1000 block of Memorial Parkway after employees said individuals entered the store, concealed merchandise, and left without paying. The store provided the tag number of the vehicle...
$1 million lottery ticket winner sold in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — A lucky Pennsylvania Lottery player purchased a $1 million winning scratch-off ticket at a York County Rutter’s convenience store.The jackpot-winning Merry Money Match ticket was sold at the Rutter’s located at 661 Broadway in Hanover. The store will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.Merry Money Match is a $30 scratch-off game with top prizes...
Missing Ohio man found dead, according to police
OHIO — A man who went missing from Columbiana County in early November has been found dead, authorities say.Columbiana County Sheriff Brian McLaughlin told 21 News that 47-year-old Michael Arnoto was discovered Monday, December 1, in a wooded area near Osbourne Road and Sines Road in Wellsville. His body was found inside a vehicle and was positively identified Wednesday...
Two people dead following dog attack in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — Tullahoma police are investigating a deadly dog attack that left a 50-year-old man and his 3-month-old granddaughter dead in Coffee County.According to the district attorney for Tennessee’s 14th District, officers were called around 3 p.m. Thursday to the 900 block of East Warren Street for a reported dog mauling. Upon arrival, officers observed pit bulls actively attacking...
Multiple schools in Georgia set to close
GEORGIA — The Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Wednesday night to accept a plan that will repurpose 16 schools, including the closure of more than a dozen buildings.Officials said the plan is expected to save the district $25 million annually and cited declining enrollment in the affected schools. Board members told attendees that the savings could...
One person dead following vehicle crash in South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA — The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that occurred Wednesday night in Beaufort.Troopers said the crash happened shortly after 9 p.m. on U.S. 21 near Detour Road. According to investigators, a vehicle traveling north on U.S. 21 left the roadway and struck a tree.The driver, who was the only occupant, died at the...
Thousands without power in Virginia
VIRGINIA — A widespread power outage in the town of Ashland on Thursday morning led Hanover County Public Schools to temporarily relocate Liberty Middle School students and staff to Patrick Henry High School.The school division announced at 8:15 a.m. on Dec. 4 that buses were transporting students from Liberty Middle School after the building lost power. According to Dominion...
Driver crashes into Virginia school gym following apparent medical emergency
VIRGINIA — A man was hospitalized Thursday morning after his vehicle left the roadway and crashed into Fairfield Middle School’s small gymnasium in Henrico County.Henrico County police said officers were called to the school along Nine Mile Road at 8:37 a.m. on Dec. 4 for a report of a vehicle that had struck the building.When officers arrived, they...
One person arrested following major drug bust in Florida
FLORIDA — The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday the arrest of 26-year-old Maxwell Horvath following what officials described as a “major drug and explosive devices arrest.”According to the sheriff’s office, deputies discovered dozens of high-powered rifles and handguns, thousands of rounds of ammunition, grenade simulators, and five improvised explosive devices during the investigation.Authorities also reported seizing about...
