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A North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agent was shot in the leg on Saturday in Reidsville after a suspect, Marvin White, fired at deputies and hid in a crawl space. White, 38, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including attempted first-degree murder. The injured agent, a 10-year veteran, is expected to undergo surgery and is in good spirits. No deputies were injured during the initial exchange of gunfire.
A North Carolina mother who vanished in 2001 was found alive in February 2026 and then arrested on an outstanding order for failing to appear in court on a 2001 DUI charge. She has posted bond and will appear in Rockingham County District Court; authorities say there are no charges tied to her disappearance, and the district attorney is reviewing the case.
Virginia's first Buc-ee's store opened in Rockingham County, offering a massive 74,000 sq ft of shopping, food, and gas services, attracting long lines and featuring the brand's signature clean bathrooms and wide product selection. A second location is planned near Richmond, with another possible near Stafford.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday for the grand opening of a new Buc-ee's in Rockingham County, featuring 120 gas pumps, a large store, and over 200 jobs, making it a major new travel stop in the area.
Buc-ee's, a popular convenience store chain, is set to open a new Travel Center in Rockingham County, Virginia. The planned 74,000 square foot store will feature 120 fueling positions, 24 EV charging stations, and a variety of freshly prepared foods. Buc-ee's is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, clean restrooms, and friendly staff. The travel center is expected to open in 2025.