The News-Gazette, Lexington, Va

01/15/2026

Local police are looking for volunteers to be part of a program to reduce crime against senior citizens, called TIRAD. For all the details about the program and who should volunteer, follow this link:

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/15/2026

Ribbon cutting at the new pediatric clinic in Lexington: Footage of the ceremony in the comment section.

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/15/2026

After honoring seniors Markus Nelson, Graham Niebur and Carlos Reynolds, the Rockbridge County High School wrestling team defeated Shenandoah District rivals Buffalo Gap 72-12 and Staunton 42-37 in its only home meet of the season on Wednesday night in Lexington. Look for more details later at www.thenews-gazette.com. The story and photos will be in our Jan. 21 newspaper.

01/14/2026

Did you or your family get hit with the recent surge of sickness this winter? Read about the number of cases in our area here:

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/14/2026

If you've been having questions about our local Wendy's closing, read our latest article about it:

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/14/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Melissa Wills, Monica Wilder, Tamara Duvall, Lois Harris, Kit Huffman, Nadine Craney, Wanda C Brown, Debbie Garrett, Carolyn Goolsby, Julie Holmes Jenkins, Alice Watts, Sha Chad Nicely

01/14/2026

In an intense back-and-forth battle, the Rockbridge County High School girls basketball team pulled through for a 62-61 home win in overtime over Shenandoah District rival Fort Defiance on Tuesday night in Lexington. Senior guard Natalie Samante hit the winning shot for the Wildcats (5-8 overall, 3-4 district), knocking down a 3-pointer that bounced off the rim and then dropped in the basket with 9.8 seconds left. Lola Mulitalo led RC with 22 points and 11 rebounds, while Samante scored 14 points, including four triples. You can read more here and see the full story and photos in our Jan. 21 newspaper.

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/14/2026

The Parry McCluer High School girls basketball team dropped a 66-23 decision to Pioneer District leaders Narrows in Buena Vista on Tuesday evening. The Fighting Blues (3-9 overall, 2-2 district) will return to the court at Bath County on Thursday evening. Find more details on the game at thenews-gazette.com.

The News-Gazette | A weekly, family-owned newspaper serving Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County Virginia since 1801.

01/13/2026

We're celebrating Mary Ruley's one year anniversary at The News-Gazette! Mary is the head of classifieds and is one of the first faces you see when you come into our office!
Come by and congratulate her on her first year at The News-Gazette! Here's to many more to come!

01/13/2026

Tonight and tomorrow night at the Lexington branch of the Rockbridge Regional Libraries.

01/13/2026

For anyone who does not have Rockbridge Alert:
The Woods Creek Trail will be congested the afternoon of Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. due to a cadet training event.

01/12/2026

Don’t forget truffles for Valentine’s Day.