One of two drivers who allegedly struck and killed a Catlett farmer and kept going is now in custody. The VSP says 54-year-old Dennis Dunning is being held without bond after being arrested Wednesday on felony hit-and-run and involunt ary manslaughter charges. Dunning is also facing charges of operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock as he's been convicted of DUIs in the past. He's accused of running down Garland Heddings on Route 806 near Catlett last Friday as the 73-year-old was crossing the road from checking his mailbox. Police are still searching for the other driver involved.
A winner finally emerges for an election in Roanoke. Rocio Rivera explains.Preview: FEMA has announced the closure of three Disaster Recovery Centers in Southwest Virginia on this upcoming Saturday, November 16th. Survivors can still receive assistance by visiting other DRC centers or calling FEMA to register. The deadline for FEMA assistance applications is December 2nd, and applicants can call for status updates. The Red Cross is providing support to those affected by Hurricane Helene, including opening shelters and assisting with emergency needs. WFXR reports that Donations to the Red Cross can help provide relief to those impacted by the storm.