Makayla Shelton

1 week ago | wdbj7.com | Makayla Shelton

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Balico’s plan to bring a natural gas power plant and data centers to Pittsylvania County has been the subject of controversy for months, but on Tuesday night the Board of Supervisors will make the final vote. Some residents like Zach Harris are concerned about the potential pollution and traffic. He’s the owner of a local butcher shop in Chatham and feels that the project would interfere with his business as the land borders his farmland where he raises cattle.

2 weeks ago | wdbj7.com | Makayla Shelton

PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Calm Source is expanding its services to Pittsylvania County to help people who are struggling with mental health or addiction and fill a need in the rural area. The nonprofit opened its doors in Danville in 2015. Calm Source helps people who suffer from issues with mental health, behavioral health, or addiction. They also offer free services to veterans.

2 weeks ago | wdbj7.com | Makayla Shelton

HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Rain or shine, volunteers with the Henry County Food Pantry hand out food to around 300 families in need every Monday. A line of cars wraps around the entire building waiting to receive free food for households of four, including fruit, vegetables, meat, and more. On the inside of the building are free clothes, household items, and other supplies that Henry County resident Sharon Poe is grateful for.

2 weeks ago | wdbj7.com | Tynisha Jackson |Makayla Shelton

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Afro Everything Block Party is bringing culture, music, and community to Century Plaza in downtown Roanoke on April 12 at 2pm. There will be DJ’s and live performances showcasing Afro Latina, Afro-House, Amapiano, Afrobeats and Afro Funk & Jazz. Plus, food and fashion vendors, art and more. It’s hosted by Not Your Average Everything, and the Humble Hustle Company.

1 month ago | fox5vegas.com | Makayla Shelton

HALIFAX COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - A young calf is thriving after she was saved by a family from being abandoned in a dumpster. Katie Jo is almost twice the size as she was when she was rescued by her new family. It was the morning of Nov. 13 when her fate changed. On a routine trash trip, Halifax County resident Mike Lloyd stumbled upon the newborn calf at the bottom of one of the metal bins. “I didn’t think she was going to make it, I’ll put it that way,” explained Mike Lloyd.