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Roanoke Rescue Mission brings Christmas cheer to more than 500 neighbors in need
Read full article: Roanoke Rescue Mission brings Christmas cheer to more than 500 neighbors in needVolunteers and staff at Roanoke Rescue Mission work tirelessly to provide meals and companionship, ensuring everyone feels included and loved during the holidays.
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Roanoke Rescue Mission brings Christmas cheer to more than 500 neighbors in need
Read full article: Roanoke Rescue Mission brings Christmas cheer to more than 500 neighbors in needVolunteers and staff at Roanoke Rescue Mission work tirelessly to provide meals and companionship, ensuring everyone feels included and loved during the holidays.
How Roanoke families keep Christmas spirit alive through traditions and kindness
Read full article: How Roanoke families keep Christmas spirit alive through traditions and kindnessWith Christmas around the corner, people across Roanoke are celebrating in their own unique ways. For some, it’s all about keeping traditions alive.
Roanoke family says they were swarmed and bitten by bedbugs on flight, sue Delta and KLM airlines
Read full article: Roanoke family says they were swarmed and bitten by bedbugs on flight, sue Delta and KLM airlinesDelta Air Lines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines have been named as defendants in a lawsuit from a Virginia family who allege they were “bitten and injured by bed bugs that had infested the cabin” of a flight they took earlier this year.
Assault leads to arrest, suspect suffers cardiac arrest in custody in Lynchburg
Read full article: Assault leads to arrest, suspect suffers cardiac arrest in custody in LynchburgA man was arrested and subsequently suffered from cardiac arrest while being taken into custody in Lynchburg on Wednesday, Lynchburg Police Department said.
Candlelight vigil held for Lynchburg man killed in shooting, suspect remains at large
Read full article: Candlelight vigil held for Lynchburg man killed in shooting, suspect remains at largeMembers of the Lynchburg community gathered Tuesday for a candlelight vigil to remember and honor 52-year-old David Vaughter, who was killed in a shooting last week.
LPD investigating report of a firearm brandished at E.C. Glass Tuesday
Read full article: LPD investigating report of a firearm brandished at E.C. Glass TuesdayThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Wednesday that it had charged a 15-year-old after an alleged incident where a firearm was brandished on school grounds at E.C. Glass.
Zeppoli’s Restaurant and Wine Shop in Blacksburg closing its doors Dec. 20 at 9 p.m.
Read full article: Zeppoli’s Restaurant and Wine Shop in Blacksburg closing its doors Dec. 20 at 9 p.m.A cherished restaurant in Blacksburg will soon be permanently closing its doors after nearly three decades of serving the community.
Multiple vehicles catch fire at Meridian Waste in Christiansburg after electrical short, no injuries reported
Read full article: Multiple vehicles catch fire at Meridian Waste in Christiansburg after electrical short, no injuries reportedWe’re following breaking news out of Christiansburg after residents reported hearing loud noises that some thought were explosions Wednesday morning.
Appalachian Power plans major grid upgrade across the New River Valley
Read full article: Appalachian Power plans major grid upgrade across the New River ValleyAppalachian Power is launching plans for a major electrical infrastructure upgrade across three New River Valley counties, modernizing nearly century-old equipment to meet future growth demands.
Three dogs die in early morning Martinsville Animal Shelter fire
Read full article: Three dogs die in early morning Martinsville Animal Shelter fireAn early Tuesday morning fire at the Martinsville Animal Shelter has resulted in the deaths of three dogs, according to the Martinsville Police Department.
VSP Trooper, previous Henry County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Lieutenant, passes away
Read full article: VSP Trooper, previous Henry County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Lieutenant, passes awayA Virginia State Trooper who previously served as a patrol lieutenant and K9 handler with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office has passed away.
Two arrested in Bassett narcotics search warrant, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Two arrested in Bassett narcotics search warrant, sheriff’s office saysTwo people were arrested and charged following a narcotics search warrant executed Wednesday in the Bassett area, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.
Danville Utilities to temporarily shut off water service Thursday morning in Memorial Drive area
Read full article: Danville Utilities to temporarily shut off water service Thursday morning in Memorial Drive areaDanville Utilities will temporarily shut off water Thursday morning for residents in the Memorial Drive area, including parts of Bishop Road and Oak Ridge Avenue.
Bedford Fire Department responds to Carbon Monoxide leak at Spring Oak, no injuries reported
Read full article: Bedford Fire Department responds to Carbon Monoxide leak at Spring Oak, no injuries reportedThe Bedford Fire Department announced Wednesday that it responded to a Carbon Monoxide leak at Spring Oak at Bedford, the Elks Home, on Wednesday evening.
Senate approves bill inspired by DC plane crash to ensure military aircraft will broadcast location
Read full article: Senate approves bill inspired by DC plane crash to ensure military aircraft will broadcast locationThe Senate has moved quickly to close a loophole that could allow military aircraft to fly without broadcasting their locations, just like an Army helicopter was doing last January before it collided with an airliner over Washington, D.C., killing 67 people.
Virginia Tech researchers explore why holiday rom-coms are so popular
Read full article: Virginia Tech researchers explore why holiday rom-coms are so popularEvery year, holiday rom-coms garner millions of views across all streaming platforms, with some of the most popular ones coming from the Hallmark Channel.
Virginia Tech tackles mental health professional shortage in Southwest Virginia with $1.4M federal grant
Read full article: Virginia Tech tackles mental health professional shortage in Southwest Virginia with $1.4M federal grantVirginia Tech is taking aim at the mental health professional shortage in Southwest Virginia with a new $1.4 million federal grant that will help train the next generation of counselors.
YMCA at Virginia Tech celebrates nearly $900 donation to support Meals on Main program
Read full article: YMCA at Virginia Tech celebrates nearly $900 donation to support Meals on Main programIt’s the season of giving, and the YMCA of Virginia is celebrating a donation of $887.50 from the original University Club of VPI & SU.
Santa and his elves bring holiday magic to the YMCA at Virginia Tech
Read full article: Santa and his elves bring holiday magic to the YMCA at Virginia TechThe YMCA at Virginia Tech brought holiday cheer Dec. 6, transforming into a cozy wonderland with festive decorations for families to celebrate.
Zeppoli’s Restaurant and Wine Shop in Blacksburg closing its doors Dec. 20 at 9 p.m.
Read full article: Zeppoli’s Restaurant and Wine Shop in Blacksburg closing its doors Dec. 20 at 9 p.m.A cherished restaurant in Blacksburg will soon be permanently closing its doors after nearly three decades of serving the community.
Volunteers shaping Angel Tree Holiday House
Read full article: Volunteers shaping Angel Tree Holiday HouseThe Salvation Army of the Roanoke Valley, serving Roanoke County, Roanoke City, Craig and Botetourt counties, is supporting 430 local families this Christmas. That includes roughly 1,000 children who will receive gifts through the Angel Tree program.
Multiple vehicles catch fire at Meridian Waste in Christiansburg after electrical short, no injuries reported
Read full article: Multiple vehicles catch fire at Meridian Waste in Christiansburg after electrical short, no injuries reportedWe’re following breaking news out of Christiansburg after residents reported hearing loud noises that some thought were explosions Wednesday morning.
LewisGale ER in Christiansburg serves 13,000 in first year
Read full article: LewisGale ER in Christiansburg serves 13,000 in first yearThe emergency room at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Christiansburg is celebrating its first anniversary, having served 13,000 patients since opening its doors as part of a $14 million investment in local healthcare.
Roanoke homicides decrease, city still remains among most affected in VA
Read full article: Roanoke homicides decrease, city still remains among most affected in VADespite a significant decrease in gun-related homicides, Roanoke remains among Virginia’s most affected cities by gun violence, ranking sixth highest in the state for homicide rates.
Danville sees $25+ million added to economy in first year with Caesar’s
Read full article: Danville sees $25+ million added to economy in first year with Caesar’sOne year after opening its doors, Caesars Danville casino is being credited with pumping tens of millions of dollars into Danville’s economy and reshaping the city’s future, according to city leaders, casino officials and residents.
Danville Schools open new campus after multi-million-dollar renovation project
Read full article: Danville Schools open new campus after multi-million-dollar renovation projectDanville Public Schools unveiled a $50 million renovation project that transforms a historic African American high school into a modern alternative learning facility, combining educational innovation with community heritage.
All Danville schools fully accredited as state updates performance framework
Read full article: All Danville schools fully accredited as state updates performance frameworkThe new School Performance and Support Framework evaluates schools on student mastery, growth, readiness and graduation rates using multiple measures beyond standardized tests.
Salem Parks and Recreation offers Santa phone calls for kids 7 and under
Read full article: Salem Parks and Recreation offers Santa phone calls for kids 7 and underLooking to add a little extra sparkle to your child’s Christmas this year? The City of Salem Parks and Recreation Department is offering a chance for kids to receive a magical phone call from Santa himself.
Route 619 between Franklin County, Henry County shut down due to hazardous weather
Read full article: Route 619 between Franklin County, Henry County shut down due to hazardous weatherRoute 619, located between Route 890 in Franklin County and Route 651 in Henry County, is currently shut down due to the wintry weather impacting our area.