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Ikenberry Orchard and Country Store to close at years end

DALEVILLE, VA (WSET) — Cars have been pulling into a parking lot in Botetourt County and walking through the doors of Ikenberry Orchard Country Store since 1983, but the longtime business is preparing to close. Gwen Ikenberry, the store’s manager, said the business has been able to thrive with...

Botetourt County, VA · 17h
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4 Wild Animals Virginians Can Be Fined for Feeding

Feeding deer anywhere in Virginia is illegal from Sept. 1 through the first Saturday in January. That rule’s in effect right now, and it’s not the only feeding ban that can bring a fine. Here are the wild animals Virginians can be fined for feeding, and where the...

Virginia · 1d
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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 · 2d
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7@four gets a taste of Soul on the Go

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Soul On The Go is a New River Valley catering company built around family, good food, and a whole lot of heart. The owners, Samuel and Shativa, are here to share how the business got started and what you can expect when you book them.

Roanoke, VA · 2d
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Fire damages docks, multiple watercraft at Smith Mountain Lake

A fire on Nov. 8 damaged two docks, two boats and two personal watercraft near channel marker R-39 along the Roanoke River section of Smith Mountain Lake on Juniper Road in Hardy. The fire was reported around 4 p.m. No injuries were reported. “My first lieutenant arrived and saw the...

Hardy, VA · 2d

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5 Things Virginia Drivers Should Know About Warming Up Their Car

Your car’s engine warms up faster when you drive it than when it sits idling in the driveway. Virginians who let the car run on cold mornings could be paying for the habit in more ways than gas. Here’s what Virginia drivers should know about warming up their car....

Virginia · 2d

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Cannabis regulation motion moves forward in Salem

SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia is on the cusp of rolling out its retail marijuana marketplace, with sales beginning in July 2027. Now, hometowns are working to put rules in place regarding cannabis shops. The Salem Planning Commission met Thursday night regarding potential cannabis shop regulations, and passed a motion...

Salem, VA · 15h

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Hometown Eats: Sal’s Italian Restaurant

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Nearly 20 years after their father opened the doors, his children are keeping his flavors and his memory alive. Sal’s Italian Restaurant in Roanoke County is consistently ranked as one of the best Italian spots around. We’ll show you why in this week’s Hometown Eats!

Roanoke County, VA · 19h

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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 · 2d

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14 Bucket List Restaurants Across Virginia You Have To Try

One of the most celebrated dinners in Virginia is served inside a building that started out as an auto repair shop. I still grin whenever I think about chefs plating fancy courses where mechanics once changed oil. The surprises on this list keep stacking up, too. One spot serves biscuits...

Virginia · 1d

The News Leader

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Local students explore teaching as Virginia vacancies decline

FISHERSVILLE — Walking into a classroom full of students who are considering being teachers delighted Ryan Barber. The Waynesboro assistant superintendent was part of a group that answered questions from students in the Teachers for Tomorrow programs at Valley Career and Technical Center and the Shenandoah Valley Governor's School in Fishersville at the end of October. It was the second straight year the panel of superintendents and central office was hosted by the programs, giving students a chance to ask questions of those in leadership positions in Augusta County, Staunton and Waynesboro. Barber believes programs like Teachers for Tomorrow can plant seeds that hopefully grow in the years to come, eventually producing more and more teachers in area classrooms. Part of Barber's job is recruiting and hiring staff for Waynesboro Public Schools. Finding teachers is never easy, although according to the The Virginia Department of Education the numbers are improving. Since 2023, teacher vacancies across Virginia have dropped by almost 36% . In Region 5, which includes the Shenandoah Valley, the teacher vacancy rate is 1.4%, lower than the state rate of 2.5%. Those are good signs and programs like Teachers for Tomorrow can help identify students who are interested

Waynesboro, VA · 2d

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There’s A Historic Train Depot In Virginia That Whisks You Back To The Early 1900s

There’s a spot in Montpelier Station, Virginia where the calendar on the wall still reads 1927, the telegraph equipment sits ready for the next message, and the only thing missing is the sound of a steam whistle cutting through the trees. The Historic Montpelier Railroad Depot, built around 1910,...

Montpelier Station, VA · 1d

Henrico Citizen

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New Virginia licensing rules will affect first-time drivers ages 18 to 20

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, first-time Virginia driver's license applicants ages 18 through 20 will have to complete an approved driver education program and hold a learner's permit for at least 90 days. The change applies to applicants who have never held a driver's

Virginia · 2d

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Pete Hegseth, group reprimanded at Arlington National Cemetery

ARLINGTON, Va. — A guard at Arlington National Cemetery corrected a group that included Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday. The soldier was guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and corrected them after hearing a laugh coming from their area. "All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence...

Virginia · 1d

WRIC - ABC 8News

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2026 High School Football Playoff Preview

The Virginia high school football playoffs are set to begin on Friday, Nov. 13. Around 30 Central Virginia teams will make an appearance in the first round.

Virginia · 1d

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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 · 1d

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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.

Roanoke, VA · 2d

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You’ll Want To Drive Across Virginia For The Fried Chicken At This Unassuming Restaurant

Tucked into a quiet corner of Virginia Beach sits a restaurant that’s turning regular chicken dinners into road trip destinations. That restaurant is BoBo’s Fine Chicken, and its reputation has grown well beyond the borders of its own zip code. You’ve probably driven past dozens of restaurants that...

Virginia Beach, VA · 1d

The Farmville Herald

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New driver’s license law to take effect

Beginning Jan. 1, Virginians ages 18 to 20 applying for their first driver’s license will need to meet new licensing requirements. Under the new law, applicants must hold a learner’s […]

Virginia · 1d

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Roanoke College plans to demolish historic Salem home as residents push to save it

SALEM, Va. – A historic home near Roanoke College could soon be demolished, but some Salem residents are asking the college and city leaders to consider other options for the property. The house at 102 N. Market St. dates to the mid-1800s and is believed to have been built...

Salem, VA · 16h