The Danville Fire Department is mourning the death of one of its firefighters. The department announced the death of Kaleb Barker yesterday. The fire department said Barker was "deeply loved" and made a lasting impact in a short time frame. The cause of his death was not announced.
A southwest Virginia lake is ready for visitors after a nearly six-month cleanup effort. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says all debris affecting Claytor Lake has been removed, making it safe and accessible for the community. Debris from Hurricane Helene filled the lake last September. The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation says normal operations will now resume at the lake, though some repairs on boat ramps and parking lots are still needed.
A University in Virginia stepping up to make sure students in public schools are starting off on the right foot.Preview: When most Americans move the clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time, hospitals report significant spikes in heart-attack visits on the Monday that follows. That's this coming Monday, after the clocks spring forward this Sunday. The exact reason isn't clear, but experts think the lost hour of sleep plays a big role, disrupting the body's natural rhythm. One way to combat the change is to start going to bed and waking up 15 minutes earlier, two to three days before the change.