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Sunny start, but a few showers build in this afternoon
NORTHERN LIGHTS FORECAST - SATURDAY NIGHT. Thank you to everyone who shared their Northern Lights photos with us! Share yours here!. Tonight, colors won’t be as vibrant. But if you travel to a high elevation, in a dark location, and steer clear of light pollution, you should be able to catch a glimpse of the Aurora!
How you can prepare for storms, power outages
Ahead of the storm, Appalachian Power is preparing in case there are any outages. An AEP spokesperson said they have crews in neighboring states on standby, in case there is any damage and they need more manpower. They also encourage folks to prepare now. Make sure your generator is working...
Here @ Home has gift ideas for mom this Mothers’ Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Show mom how much you love her with a special gift purchased at a store that offers something for every mom. Voted as Roanoke’s favorite local wine shop in the Roanoker Magazine, we chat with owner Brian Powell about this fun local shop. Wine Gourmet...
Roanoke's new Melrose Plaza calling for mural submissions
ROANOKE, Va. – Calling all artists!. Melrose Plaza in Roanoke is seeking mural ideas that represent the community’s diversity and revitalization. The new plaza will offer affordable food, essential family health services, educational advancement, career opportunities, financial services, and more. The mural will wrap around two sides of the building on Melrose Avenue and 24th Street, taking up a whopping 1,758 square feet.
Homelessness, housing and haircuts: The reality of one couple at the Rescue Mission
ROANOKE, Va. – Millions of Americans are only one missed paycheck away from poverty and homelessness according to the U.S Interagency on Homelessness. This means if you get fired today, without that next paycheck, you could be on the streets. Scott Loper is gearing up for one of the...
WFXR Weather Trivia: Clouds known as Mares’ Tails
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Think you’re a weather buff who knows their stuff? See if you can correctly guess this WFXR Weather Trivia question!. What type of cloud is sometimes called “Mares’ Tails”?. Cirrus clouds are high-level clouds that are composed of ice crystals. They’re...
Navigate through tough feelings on Mothers’ Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Mothers’ Day is Sunday, May 12. Many people may have a good relationship with their moms, but others have more complicated ones. Licensed Professional Holly Humphreys joined Here @ Home to talk through some of the emotions people may want to shy away from. She...
Skies cleared in time for the northern light show
[ 📲 DOWNLOAD THE FIRST ALERT WEATHER APP FOR UPDATED RADAR AND WEATHER ALERTS ]. We have been pleasantly swamped with hundreds of photos from Friday night’s northern light show. Thank you! [Read our breakout story for the details on what’s happening.] We will show even more of them in the coming newscasts and days ahead after we process them all.
VSP Deputy injured in crash on Rt. 24 in Bedford
BEDFORD, Va. (WFXR) — The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy was injured after being involved in a vehicle crash on Rt. 24 on Wednesday, May 8. According to the sheriff, around 3:57 p.m., the deputy was responding to an emergency call for service in the Stewartsville area of Bedford County. While attempting to turn onto Beagle Club Rd from Route 24, the deputy was involved in a crash involving another vehicle.
Benefit concert will give 4-year-old a safe place to recover from cancer
An organization helping individuals during difficult times hopes you’ll come out to a benefit concert. As Denise Allen Membreno reports a four year old with leukemia is at the heart of the event. An area non-profit is helping a 4-year-old Roanoke girl battle cancer. Love Heals hopes you will...
Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office hosts fundraiser to support Special Olympics of Virginia
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office will host the first of four fundraisers to support the Special Olympics of Virginia Saturday, May 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Red Robin on Valley View Blvd in Roanoke to...
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