Virginian Review

05/09/2025

Virginia DMV Launches "Impact" Campaign to Urge Virginians to Buckle Up Every Trip, Every Time

RICHMOND, Va. (VR)— The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has launched a powerful new seat belt safety campaign, “Impact”, to remind drivers and passengers that buckling up can mean the difference between life and death. The campaign focuses on rural Virginia, where fatal crash rates...

05/09/2025

05/09/2025

Alleghany Highlands Chorale to Resume Rehearsals on Monday, September 8

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) – After a summer break, the Alleghany Highlands Chorale will resume rehearsals on Monday, September 8, at First Presbyterian Church at 6:30 pm. The directors, Sandra Minter, Allan Tucker, and Anne Scruggs, have extensively planned for the holiday concert, scheduled for Sunday, ...

05/09/2025

Alleghany JV Football comes up short against Brookville tonight. 42-6

04/09/2025

Delila Ann Hughes, age 82, of 1725 Main Street, Clifton Forge, died on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Alleghany Health & Rehabilitation Center in Clifton Forge.

Delila Ann Hughes Delila Ann Hughes, age 82, of 1725 Main Street, Clifton Forge, died on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Alleghany Health & Rehabilitation Center in Clifton Forge. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and are being handled by Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. This page is av...

04/09/2025

Covington City Council Appoints New Member, Addresses Resident Concerns and City Projects

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) — The Covington City Council convened for a work session Tuesday night, tackling a wide range of issues from a resident’s concern about the city’s maintenance practices to the appointment of a new council member and updates on ongoing city projects. The meeting opened with ...

04/09/2025

Bobby Darrell McAllister, age 55, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 30, 20205. Bobby was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Barbara McAllister and two brothers, Dee and Ralph McAllister.

Bobby Darrell McAllister Bobby Darrell McAllister, age 55, of 18 Lawrence Lane, Millboro, Virginia died on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at his residence. Bobby was born on March 7, 1970 in Clifton Forge, Virginia to the late Frank Hileman McAllister and Barbara Evon Scott McAllister. He was retired fro...

04/09/2025

Brookville’s Offensive Coach, an Alleghany Alum, Brings Bees to Casey Field September 5th

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) – When Alleghany hosts Brookville on September 5th at Casey Field, the game will carry a little extra meaning for Brookville assistant coach Dustin Russell. Russell, a 2007 Alleghany graduate, returns home to coach against the program where his football journey began.“It is a...

04/09/2025

Chargers, Bison Ready for Friday Night Lights in Swoope

Swoope, Va (VR)- The Bath County Chargers and the Buffalo Gap Bison are set to clash in a highly anticipated football matchup on Friday, September 5, at Buffalo Gap High School in Swoope, Virginia. Both teams, coming off deep playoff runs last season, are looking to make a statement early in the 202...

04/09/2025

James Madison University Welcomes Area Students

HARRISONBURG, Va. (VR)- James Madison University is excited to welcome the class of 2029. The incoming class represents an accomplished, diverse group of individuals who hail from 32 states, the District of Columbia and 20 countries. Kinlee Huffman of Covington, who is majoring in Health Sciences .....

04/09/2025

“It’s Uniquely Alleghany!” Photo Contest Under Way

COVINGTON, Va. (VR) – The 15th Annual “It’s Uniquely Alleghany!” Calendar Photo Contest is now underway, with all entries dueat the Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce & Tourism offices by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 26,2025. Locals, visitors, amateurs, and professionals are invited to c...