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One dead, two hospitalized after Roanoke crash
A man is dead and two other people are in the hospital after a crash in Roanoke Friday afternoon, according to the Roanoke Police Department. Police said officers were dispatched at 3:35 p.m. to the 2100 block of Roanoke Ave. SW in reference to a serious crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.
WATCH: Driver miraculously survives close call on the highway - The Sprint
ROANOKE, Va. – We’ve finally made it to the weekend! Join us for the Sprint to put yourself in the perfect Friday mood!. The Sprint airs live at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. each day. Missed it? No worries! You can watch it here!. Here’s where you can...
All American Family Grill moves to downtown Bedford
BEDFORD, Va. (WSET) — All American Family Grill in Bedford will spend their last night at their current location on Friday. The restaurant will be reopening at its new location on Wednesday. All American Family Grill has been open for a year at their Blue Ridge Avenue spot, but...
Strawberry Festival returns to Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. – A sweet staple is back in downtown Roanoke. The Community School’s annual Strawberry Festival kicked off Friday at Elmwood Park. The shortcake is the star of the show, but it also features sundaes, chocolate covered strawberries, along with live music and vendors. The event, which...
Umbrellas Out! Plan for a cloudy, cool & damp weekend
Overnight temperatures will read in the 50s and low 60s with skies turning overcast. Spotty rain is possible overnight. The weekend begins with clouds and occasional rain. We could see some mist and drizzle early with the highest chances of rain coverage most likely Saturday afternoon and evening. Take the umbrella or poncho with you if you’ll be outdoors for any long duration events. Rain and storms will not be over your hometown all day. Looks like the moisture will come in waves meaning some dry periods are possible.
Take it With You – or Leave it at Home, say police
Take it With You – or Leave it at Home – that was the message today from Roanoke County and Town of Vinton police detectives – and two local residents who had their cars broken into recently. Speaking at Garst Mill Park, police say organized groups from South Florida and elsewhere are breaking into vehicles nationwide, taking money, credit cards and identification. Parks and trailheads where people leave their cars for extended periods of time are prime targets. Vinton detective Justin Baker:
17-year-old from Christiansburg to graduate from Roanoke College
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - At an age when most teenagers are wrapping up their high school careers, Luke Coburn is preparing to graduate from Roanoke College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Health Studies. The 17-year-old will receive his diploma Saturday morning after four years at the Salem...
Emily Tuck crowned Miss Vinton Dogwood Festival Queen
William Byrd High School senior Emily Tuck was crowned as Miss Vinton Dogwood Festival. Queen for 2024 in a ceremony at the Vinton Municipal Building at noon on April 27. She was. crowned by Vinton Mayor Brad Grose. Tuck is one of 10 young women nominated by the faculty at...
Pinpoint Weather: Rain on the way
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Clouds will increase through the day on Friday with showers and a few thunderstorms possible by the afternoon. Off-and-on rain is expected on Saturday. Ahead of a cold front that will move through this weekend, temperatures will remain warm on Friday with temperatures for many locations in the 80s.
Feeding Southwest Virginia requests food donations for annual Stamp Out Hunger
Feeding Southwest is partnering with the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) and the United States Postal Service to help jump-start Roanoke‘s annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Southwest Virginia residents are encouraged to participate by contributing to the food drive on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Stamp Out Hunger...
Salem High School Unites for “Cross Out Cancer” Night in Support of Potter Family
SALEM, Va. – A typical weeknight at Salem High School with droves of fans supporting the lacrosse programs. They cheer and root on their beloved Spartans per usual. But on this particular night...it’s clear that the focus is more than just the games on hand. “Cross Out Cancer”...
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