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INDEPENDENCE — Glenn Richardson, the animal control officer for Grayson County, has been placed on paid administrative leave.
Grayson Administrator Jonathan Sweet said the suspension was a “personnel matter” and he could not comment on the case.
Sweet said an investigation is continuing and no other details are available.

HILLSVILLE — HIllsville Rescue Squad does still exist in a way, but those involved are working to terminate its status as a corporation, according to a long-time member and officer.
Local officials shut down the volunteer agency years ago when a member inappropriately used an ambulance to move furniture.
The organization lingered on as hopes to revive the rescue squad remained, said Larry South, who will serve as an officer until the organization’s final demise.

By SHAINA STOCKTON
Staff

The Crossroads Institute Higher Education Center begins its first session of Life @ The Crossroads on Tuesday with Tom Barr, owner of Barr’s Fiddle Shop.
In Barr’s session, titled “History of a Fiddlin Place – Barr’s Fiddle Shop and More,” he will talk about his extensive involvement with the local bluegrass music scene, including his contributions to the Blue Ridge Music Center, the Rex Theater and the opening of his own store, Barr’s Fiddle Shop, in downtown Galax.

WYTHEVILLE — Virginia State Police are continuing to investigate a 42-year-old Austinville woman who may have falsely raised money for health problems.
Law enforcement officials identify the subject of the investigation as Melissa Carol Sawyers, though she may also be known as Missy Briggs.