Legal challenge to Sweet Briar closing goes before judge today Evan Jones April 14, 2015 1 min read Efforts to save Sweet Briar College are set to go before a Bedford County judge later today as a commonwealth’s attorney seeks an order preventing the college from closing this summer. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Continue Reading Previous: UVA president speaks at UM graduationNext: Salem wants feedback on Downtown Plan Related Stories 1 min read Jefferson Center unveils eclectic new season, announces ticket dates Ian Price July 11, 2025 1 min read Banana Ball weekend begins at Salem Memorial Ballpark tonight Web Staff July 11, 2025 1 min read Virginia is the 4th Best State for Business according to CNBC Clark Palmer July 10, 2025