Assistant Commonwealth s Attorney Alyssa Smith said police recently told her that Scott C. Roseberry, 52, has shown good behavior, but she asked that the risk order be extended "for officer
Assistant Commonwealth s Attorney Alyssa Smith said police recently told her that Scott C. Roseberry, 52, has shown good behavior, but she asked that the risk order be extended "for officer
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New drug treatment court in the works in Botetourt County
It would help nonviolent offenders suffering from addiction
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The county’s Commonwealth’s Attorney, John Alexander, is hoping to launch a drug treatment court.
It would help nonviolent offenders suffering from addiction. Instead of going to jail, they’d get treatment.
Similar programs in Virginia and across the country have helped keep those individuals out of the court system and can save taxpayers money.
However, the program isn’t a “get-out-of-trouble” free card. Offenders in the program would be under strict supervision and have to be committed to change.
What’s News Today: Spread kindness, Monument Terrace milestone
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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The Botetourt Chamber of Commerce hosts the State of the County Address virtually this morning at 7:30. County leaders will talk about the accomplishments in the county and plans for the future. Registration is required.
‘Help Spread Kindness to Our Schools.’ Today is the deadline to submit cards with short messages and words of encouragement. The Suicide Prevention Council and Blue Ridge Behavioral Health are collecting them as part of the Spreading Kindness Card Campaign. They are hoping to collect 5,750 to be given to teachers and school staff.