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Amtrak Intelligence Unit’s Quest for Non-Existent Employees: A Mystery Unfolds at Staunton Station
Written by: Sam Orlando STAUNTON, VA - In a bewildering twist of events that could rival the plot of a quirky detective novel, the...
Mar 15, 2024
From Murder to Mandamus: Exposing Augusta County's Web of Lies and Illicit Affairs
Written by: Michael Phillips Breaking Through News Sues Augusta County for Another FOIA Violation AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In Augusta...
Mar 15, 2024
Augusta County Wins FOIA Follies Award Over Use of "No FOIA" Tag to Hide Emails
Written by: Sam Orlando AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA – The spotlight's on Augusta County, Virginia, this award season, but not for any...
Mar 13, 2024
Trivial Pursuits: How an Augusta County Traffic Court Interfered with the Cory Bigsby Murder Trial
Written by: Michael Phillips HAMPTON, VIRGINIA - In the heart of Hampton, Virginia, the murder trial of Cory Bigsby, accused of the...
Mar 12, 2024
Reporter Assaulted During Coverage of Cory Bigsby Murder Case Leads to Legal Battle
Written by: Sam Orlando HAMPTON, VIRGNIA – In a disturbing incident that underscores the increasing challenges faced by journalists,...
Mar 12, 2024
Craigsville Comes Together Amid Boil Water Notice, Prison Distributes Drinkable Water to the Town
Written by: Sam Orlando Augusta Correctional - From No Water to Providing Water CRAIGSVILLE, VIRGINIA - In a display of solidarity and...
Mar 11, 2024
2024 Election Showdown: Biden vs. Trump, with Smith? Analyzing the Special Counsel's Impact
Written by: Sam Orlando An American Election Like No Other Looms STAUNTON, VIRGINIA - In the unfolding drama of American politics, Jack...
Mar 11, 2024
Former American Prison Inmate Eyes Haitian Presidential Bid Amid National Turmoil
Written by: Sam Orlando STAUNTON, VIRGINIA - In a dramatic twist to Haiti's ongoing political saga, Guy Philippe, a figure with a...
Mar 10, 2024
Biden's "Come to Jesus" Remark Sparks Debate on Cultural Sensitivity in Diplomacy
Written by: Sam Orlando A Hot Mic Faux Pax DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA - In the aftermath of President Joe Biden's State of the Union address, a...
Mar 8, 2024
When Cops Play Cops and Robbers: A Tale of Lockdowns and Lost Marbles in Cleveland, TN
Written by: Sam Orlando CHATANOOGA, TENNESSEE - In an episode that could rival the plot twists of a daytime soap opera, the peaceful town...
Mar 7, 2024
Oklahoma School Resource Officer Arrested for Rape and Providing Alcohol to a Minor
Written by: Sam Orlando MANNFORD, OKLAHOMA -On Tuesday March 5, 2024, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) announced the...
Mar 7, 2024
Divided States of America? Nearly a Quarter of Americans Support Secession and Independence from the USA
Written by: Sam Orlando Nearly 1/4th of Americans Support Breaking Up STAUNTON, VIRGINIA - In an unprecedented reflection of the nation's...
Mar 6, 2024
Craigsville Faces Water Crisis: Schools, Residents, and Prison Affected
Written by: Sam Orlando No Water Pressure Turns Into No Water at all for Craigsville Residents CRAIGSVILLE, VIRGINIA - In the small town...
Mar 6, 2024
Class Action Lawsuit Accuses First Bank and Trust Company of Unfair Overdraft Fees
Written by: Sam Orlando Federal Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Bank Charged Fees Not Owed ROANOKE, VIRGINIA - In a significant legal...
Mar 6, 2024
Tensions Rise as Russian President Outlines Potential US Targets in Nuclear Standoff
Written by: Sam Orlando Russia's US Attack Plans Discussed by Putin AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In an unprecedented and unsettling move,...
Mar 5, 2024
VA Attorney Launches "No Attitude, No Answers" School Campaign to Educate Students About Their Rights
Written by: Michael Phillips Empowering Virginia's Youth: The "No Attitude, No Answers" Campaign NORFOLK, VIRGINIA — Virginia-based...
Mar 3, 2024
Caught on Camera: How Citizen Oversight is Challenging Corruption in the Augusta Sheriff's Office
Written by: Ismael Barrios and Sam Orlando Augusta County Deputy Convicted of Beating Two People Recording Him at a Traffic Stop...
Mar 3, 2024
The Little Company That Could: L-W Auburn Co.'s Valiant Crusade Against the United States Postal Service
Written by: Sam Orlando ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA – In what could only be described as a David vs. Goliath battle, L-W Auburn Co., a...
Mar 2, 2024
Judge Finds Probable Cause for Augusta County Deputy to Stand Trial for Malicious Wounding and Assault
Written by: Sam Orlando Charges Against Sgt Mikolay Certified to Grand Jury in Bad Day for Augusta Sheriff CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA –...
Feb 29, 2024
BREAKING NEWS: Augusta County Deputy C.J. Taylor Found Guilty in Assault Case
Written by: Sam Orlando Augusta County Deputy Convicted of Assaulting Police Auditors in Staunton STAUNTON, VIRGNIA - In a landmark...
Feb 29, 2024
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