The News-Gazette

The News-Gazette is a weekly newspaper based in Lexington, Virginia, with its publication every Wednesday. It caters to the residents of Rockbridge County as well as the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. This publication has a rich history that dates back to 1801, when the Lexington Gazette was established. Another significant predecessor, the Rockbridge County News, was founded in 1884. These two newspapers came together in 1962 to create The News-Gazette. As a result of this heritage, The News-Gazette stands as the third oldest newspaper in Virginia and the oldest one located west of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Ukrainian Sister City Proposed

1 week ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

A proposal for Lexington to become a sister city with a Ukrainian city will be coming before City Council at its upcoming meeting next Thursday, June 26. An exploratory committee made up of residents of Lexington has begun the process, but becoming a sister city will require approval from City Council.
Man Charged With Multiple County Thefts

1 week ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

A Natural Bridge Station man has been taken into custody and charged in connection with several thefts in the northern part of Rockbridge County, and is being investigated in connection with other thefts throughout the county and in Lexington.
Police Chief With A Ph.D.

1 week ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Handley Sees Mental Health Counseling As Part Of His JobIn addition to his many years of experience in law enforcement, Buena Vista Police Chief Wayne Handley has brought something somewhat unique to his service to the community – a doctorate degree in mental health counselor education. “I’m the first one to tell you that just because you have a Ph.D. doesn’t mean you know anything about anything,” he told The News-Gazette with a small chuckle before continuing.
Carper Sentenced In Child’s Death

2 weeks ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Cameron Carper, 32, of Bedford was sentenced in Rockbridge County Circuit Court last week on two felony charges – one count of child endangerment and one count of possession of a schedule I or II drug – in connection with the death of an infant in 2023.
Homeowner Helper Program Progresses

3 weeks ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Homeowner Helper Program Progresses City Manager Explains BackgroundLexington’s Threshold Housing Commission has begun work on developing a program that would provide funds to assist homeowners with much needed repairs. The Homeowner Helper Program is an idea that City Manager Tom Carroll brought with him to Lexington, having previously developed a version of it in Silverton, Ohio, and beginning to work on one in Cambridge, Md., before coming to Lexington.
Day Care Center Expansion OK’d

1 month ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Both the Lexington Planning Commission and City Council have unanimously voted to approve amendments to a conditional use permit for the Blue Ridge Outdoor School’s day care center at Grace Episcopal Church to increase the number of students and expand the hours of operation. The governing bodies took those actions at meetings on April 24 and May 15, respectively.
‘Never Forget’

1 month ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

MemorialDay Speaker Counts The CostIt was a misty, moisty Monday morning in downtown Lexington as several dozen people gathered on Main Street in front of the Veterans Memorial for the annual Memorial Day ceremony, honoring the sacrifice of the men and women who have given their lives in service of the country. During his opening remarks, Mark Bryant, president of the George C.
ARB Doesn’t Want Lighted Canopy Signs

1 month ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Proposed Standards Now Go To PlannersEarlier this month, the Lexington Architecture Review Board offered feedback on a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinances that would allow internally illuminated canopy signs in Lexington’s commercial districts, including the downtown business district. The general consensus from the Board was that such signs, while potentially attractive, didn’t fit with the character of Lexington.
Hearing Slated On Zoo Contempt Charges

1 month ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

Although the remaining three giraffes were removed from the Natural Bridge Zoo last week, court action involving the zoo is far from over. The Virginia Attorney General’s Office will be returning to Rockbridge County Circuit Court in July to argue that several individuals should be held in contempt of court for violating court orders in connection with the Natural Bridge Zoo case.
And Yet More Scams …

1 month ago | thenews-gazette.com | Joseph Haney

In addition to the scam perpetrated by someone pretending to be the chair of the Lexington Planning Commission, Lexington Police Chief Angela Greene told The News-Gazette that the department received reports of three other scams between May 1 and May 15. In the first, the victim was contacted by someone claiming a resident’s lost cat had been struck by a vehicle and required emergency surgery, for which they demanded payment.