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Discussion about building a third high school in Roanoke City set for Tuesday
Documents the school board will talk about at a workshop Tuesday night include increasing classroom space at the high schools so more than 2,000 students can attend each or building a third high school.
William Fleming head coach Mickey Hardy awarded for 350th career win, makes it 351 after beating Northside Friday
William Fleming head coach Mickey Hardey awarded for 350th career win
William Fleming coach sentenced for allegedly having sex with student at school
A William Fleming high school counselor and coach will serve one year behind bars after allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old at school.
William Fleming coach charged with indecent liberties against student, officials confirm
William Fleming school officials have confirmed that the employee charged is Warren Craft, a coach at the school.
โItโs getting real ridiculous:โ Parents react to multiple Roanoke City school threats made in last 24 hours
Roanoke City parents are calling on school leaders to do more to prevent more school threats and lockdowns from happening.
A touchdown to remember: William Fleming student gets the chance to live out his football dream
Tyree was told he wouldnโt be able to walk or talk, and on Friday night, he made his first touchdown in a football game.
Virginia health officials remind parents to get students vaccinated
As schools prepare for the fall semester, the Virginia Department of Health is reminding all parents about the immunization requirements for children and young adults. Virginia state law requires specific immunizations that students, depending on their age group, must have to enroll in school. Unless there is a religious exemption, getting immunizations and making sure they are up to date are the first steps of a childโs early education. Though the vaccination requirements of young adults may not be as obvious a step, they are equally as important.
Daryl Robertson returns to alma mater as Minutemen head coach
For Daryl Robertson, itโs been a surreal few weeks walking around the hallways of Liberty High School โ The former E.C. Glass and William Fleming assistant took over the program where he won a state title in 2002.
Social media post about possible threat toward Roanoke high school deemed not credible, police say
Roanoke City Public Schools and law enforcement have determined that a social media post claiming there was a threat made toward a Roanoke high school is not credible.
Cosmopolitan track meet kicks off with record-breaking performance in pole vault
The Cosmopolitan track meet returned to the Roanoke Valley on Thursday, a tradition steeped in history, starting in 1966. 40 schools and more than 1800 student-athletes flock to William Fleming this weekend, with middle school, junior, and senior high school represented.
WATCH: Lord Botetourt & PH girls, Cave Spring boys grab wins
The Lord Botetourt girls traveled to William Fleming on Wednesday to close their regular season. The Cavaliers won 50-42. In other girls action, Patrick Henry handled Salem 69-50.
WATCH: Patrick Henry and William Fleming square off in Roanoke City battle
William Fleming held off rival Patrick Henry in front of a sold out gym on Ferncliff by a 56-44 count. The Colonels led 29-27 at the half.
Around the Way with EJ: Life Lessons and Hoops with Ryan Price
The 2002 William Fleming graduate reflects on his journey from his playing days to now being a veteran coach at Southern University and the lessons he's learned along the way.
All gas, no breaks for William Fleming heading into fall camp
There wasnโt much of an off-season for William Fleming who fell to Stonebridge in the Class 5 state semi-finals then the following Monday they were back in the weight room preparing to show what theyโve got this fall.
Troy Daniels leaves important message with youth at annual basketball camp
The former William Fleming and VCU standout worked out relentlessly and kept in shape despite not being picked up by an NBA team this past season.
Making the grade: Colonels, Eagles reaping benefits from textbooks and playbooks
Our week 6 1st and 10 Game of the Week matchup features two Blue Ridge District teams in William Fleming and Franklin County--two programs that have let the success in the classroom guide them in the right direction on the field.
William Fleming gets key win over Staunton River amid playoff push
ROANOKE, Va. โ Coming into the night fifth in Region 5D standings with only four teams qualifying this season, William Fleming needed a win. With a decisive 42-0 victory and a loss by Harrisonburg, itโs likely the two teams will flip flop. Fleming certainly wonโt be able to coast into the postseason as the Colonels wrap the regular season campaign against Franklin County.
Roanoke City high schools will have in-person graduations this spring
ROANOKE, Va. โ Families and graduates will have the chance to celebrate the Class of 2021 in a more traditional way this year. Both of Roanokeโs high schools, Patrick Henry and William Fleming, will hold in-person graduation events, the school board announced during its meeting on Tuesday. This announcement follows the new guidelines from the Northam administration that allow for up to 5,000 people, or 30% capacity, whichever is less at outdoor graduation venues. For indoor ceremonies, the maximum number of attendees drops to 500, while the building capacity remains at 30%.
William Fleming gets first win of the season with 32-22 defeat of Glenvar
SALEM, Va. โ Glenvar got within a point of William Fleming, but the Colonels outlasted the Highlanders on Tuesday night. In the third quarter, Fleming only led 23-22; however, the Colonels would go on to score 9-straight and go home with a 32-22 victory.
WATCH: Fleming and LB boys among teams to advance in Region hoops
ROANOKE, Va. โ The third time is typically the charm, but not for the William Fleming girls on Tuesday night. They faced off with cross-town rival Patrick Henry for the third time this season, this time in the Region 5D Semifinals. Back at the home of the Colonels, the William Fleming boys had no problems with Albemarle-- coming away with a 61-21 victory. Lord Botetourt defeated Carroll County 86-46, advancing to the Region 3D Semifinals. They will play at Northside, which defeated William Byrd Tuesday night.
WATCH: Region Tournament Hoops from Fleming, Byrd
ROANOKE, Va. โ Magna Vista found itself in the Region 3D Tournament on Monday night against William Byrd. But William Byrd outscored Magna Vista 24-6 in the second quarter. William Byrd won 71-41, advancing to the Region 3D Quarterfinals to take on Northside on Tuesday at 6pm. On the ladies side, William Fleming notched a big 68-21 win over visiting Brooke Point in the Region 5D Quarterfinals. Next up for the Colonels is a Region 5D Semifinal matchup with cross-town rival Patrick Henry, Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
VMI welcomes 3 locals on signing day, Glenvar has 2 make commitments
LEXINGTON, Va. โ On the first day of the February signing period, Scott Wachenheim and the Keydets announced nine signees to the 2021 recruiting class. โWe are excited to add nine future cadet-athletes to our VMI Football 2021 signing class, said Wachenheim. They complement our December signees and give us the ability to compete for future SoCon championships,โ said head coach Scott Wachenheim. AdHe joins other Patrick Henry football players Trace Pedigo, redshirt freshman Daniel Cox and Sophomore Leroy Thomas on the VMI roster. This is the first time the football team has signed two athletes in the same class to full-ride scholarships.
WATCH: Fleming and Radford boys get wins on the hardwoods Tuesday night
ROANOKE, Va. โ On senior night at William Fleming, Mickey Hardyโs Colonels paced themselves in a 59-43 victory over Franklin County. In Daleville, the highly touted Radford Bobcats put their show on the road, earning a 65-55 win over Lord Botetourt. The three-point machine, Cam Cormany, tallied 23 points in the win for the Bobcats. Other scores from Tuesday night included:BOYS SCORES:Cave Spring 66, William Byrd 43E.C. Glass 74, Heritage 10Nelson County 46, Altavista 36Northside 46, Glenvar 42Patrick County 58, GW-Danville 8Patrick Henry-Roanoke 64, Salem 43Timberlake Christian 46, Blue Ridge Christian 22William Fleming 45, Franklin County 34
WATCH: Patrick Henry beats William Fleming in cross-town rivalry round two
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