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Roanoke Motorcyclist, 33, Dies After Predawn Crash Into Curb Near Springtree Drive

Village Ct. NE & Springtree Dr. NE — Reported Motorcycle Crash Location. A 33-year-old Roanoke man died early Sunday morning after his motorcycle struck a curb in a Northeast Roanoke neighborhood, and police say alcohol appears to have played a role in the crash. Gregory Alan Jackson was found with severe injuries in the road and died at the scene, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

WDBJ7.com

EXCLUSIVE: Bond hearing reveals new massage parlor investigation details

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A judge denied bond Tuesday for a Texas woman arrested in connection with an investigation into an alleged illicit massage parlor scheme, citing concerns that she could leave the area before her court appearance. Xiuying Li, 53, of Texas, was arrested after an investigation at Summer...

Roanoke County, VA · 1d

WSET

Bedford could see Amtrak service return for the first time in more than 50 years

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Passenger rail service could soon return to Bedford for the first time in more than 50 years, as town officials continue working toward plans for a new Amtrak station. The project has been moving forward since Bedford received $1.5 million in funding in 2024.

Bedford, VA · 1d

WSET

Judge allows Botetourt County data center lawsuit to move forward

BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A lawsuit challenging Botetourt County's approval of a performance agreement tied to Google's proposed data center campus will move forward after a circuit court judge denied a request to dismiss the case. The decision came after roughly three hours of arguments in court. The...

Botetourt County, VA · 1d

WFXR

Fire breaks out on Smith Mountain Lake dock

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WFXR) – A passing-by boater reported a dock on fire near R-39 at Smith Mountain Lake on Sunday afternoon. According to Smith Mountain Lake Marine Fire Rescue, crews put out fires on a dock, on two boats, and on multiple jet skis around 4:00 p.m. The reported fire happened near R-39, […]

WFXR

TRAFFIC ALERT: Water pipe break causing road closures on West Main Street in Salem

UPDATE 11/12 -Water on West Main Street is now restored after crews worked late into the night to fix a water pipe break. The Salem Water Department was able to restore water to affected areas around 2:00 a.m. The City of Salem thanks its residents for their patience. — SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – A portion […]

Salem, VA · 18h

WDBJ7.com

Roanoke dentist discusses tooth loss, restoration options for older adults

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Dr. Lindsay Thorn, owner and dentist of LAT Dentistry in Roanoke, discussed tooth loss in older adults and options to restore a smile during an appearance on WDBJ7’s “Here @ Home.”. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in...

Roanoke, VA · 19h

WSLS

George’s Flowers opens new Roanoke location

ROANOKE, Va. – After 29 years at its longtime Franklin Road location, George’s Flowers is welcoming everyone to its new location on Ogden Road in Roanoke. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore takes us inside their new building. Watch below. A ribbon-cutting is set to be held on Dec....

WSLS

Roanoke County Fire and Rescue crews help rescue 9-year-old dog

ROANOKE CO., Va. – The Roanoke County Fire Department announced Wednesday that it helped locate and save a 9-year-old dog on Poor Mountain. According to officials, crews from station 11 and heavy technical rescue teams from stations 5 and 1 were able to perform a rope rescue to locate and save 9-year-old Archie, who had taken a tumble and gotten stuck on Poor Mountain.

Roanoke County, VA · 15h

WFXR

Pinpoint Weather: Rain on the way, snow for some

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Rain will return to the region overnight, with spotty showers continuing through the day on Thursday. For most, the rain will be light, with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Slightly higher rainfall is expected along the West Virginia border. For the western mountains, rain will change to snow […]

Roanoke, VA · 15h

WSLS

Shelter Dog Nixie Seeks Forever Home After More Than 150 Days in Care| Rachel to the Rescue

Roanoke – Nixie, a once 94-pound mixed breed dog with a big heart and a loveable big head has spent more than 150 days at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection, waiting for a permanent home. Nixie has since shed some of those extra pounds and is looking to celebrate her weight loss journey with a new family.

WFXR

Roanoke County Fire and Rescue respond to cabin fire

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke County Fire and Rescue crews responded to a cabin fire that remains under investigation. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, there was a reported fire at a property in the 900 block of Commander Dr. around 10:30 a.m. Roanoke County Fire and Rescue units reported smoke showing upon arrival. They upgraded the […]

Roanoke County, VA · 21h

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Roanoke mayor outlines plans from homelessness task force recommendations

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke is exploring solutions to homelessness after Mayor Joe Cobb’s “Hope and Home Task Force” released its findings. The report includes recommendations on housing and services. The task force was created more than a year ago to explore the issue and find ways...

WSLS

2026 Veterans Day discounts and freebies in Central, Southwest Virginia

Many across the nation will come together on Veterans Day to honor heroes for their selfless service. While every day is an opportunity to appreciate veterans for all they have sacrificed for this country, Veterans Day is the perfect time to do so. Here’s a breakdown of Veterans Day discounts...

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‘We are being recognized more so now’: 101-year-old Iwo Jima veteran reflects on service

From a small town in Virginia to the battlefields of the Pacific, Marion Noel’s memories of World War II span more than eight decades. Noel, 101, joined the Navy in 1943 — just a year after graduating high school. He went on to serve in two major battles in the Pacific, including one of the most iconic moments in American military history.

Vinton, VA · 1d

WSLS

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger Progresses

ROANOKE, Va. – The merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is now final, with plans to create a streamlined railroad that will run through Roanoke. Union Pacific is promoting the plan as a positive development for the railroad. But residents who live near the tracks have concerns of their own.

Roanoke, VA · 14h

WSLS

Valley Metro announces updated fares, policies beginning in January

ROANOKE, Va. – Valley Metro in Roanoke announced their fares will be increasing beginning Jan. 1, 2027. For more, you can visit Valley Metro’s website here.

WSET

Hundreds attend National D-Day Memorial's Veterans Day ceremony in Bedford

BEDFORD, Va. (WSET) — Hundreds gathered in Bedford for the National D-Day Memorial’s annual Veterans Day ceremony honoring the service and sacrifice of U.S. troops and those who died in uniform. During the observance, two benches were dedicated to honor the wartime service and sacrifice of the Bedford...

Bedford, VA · 20h

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Happenings: The Roanoke Rambler Events Calander Week of 11/10-11/17

Veterans Day leads the week, the Taubman turns 75 and Roanoke City Council meets Monday. Every listing below was checked against the host's own page or an official calendar. Each item links to the source we verified. Times and prices can change, so confirm with the host before you go.