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Travelers Taking Route 9 Still Find These 9 Virginia Diners Serving Plates Like It’s 1960

Interstate exits are full of chain restaurants, but the old highway running through the Shenandoah Valley and Southwest Virginia tells a different story. Along US Route 11 and the small towns it connects, a handful of diners, drive-ins, and hot dog counters still serve food the way they did decades ago.

Virginia · 5d
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Hawk determined to be 'too fat to fly' after eating chickens, sleeping too often

ROANOKE, Va. (CNN/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - A hawk was determined to be "too fat to fly" after she devoured chickens and slept too often. A red-shouldered hawk rescued from a driveway in California is drawing attention after wildlife officials determined it was too heavy to fly. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center...

Roanoke, VA · 4d
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Hawk rescued after being found grounded in a driveway. The 'mystery diagnosis' now solved

A hawk found grounded in a Virginia driveway was evaluated by wildlife experts, who said they've recently solved the mystery behind why it was unwilling to fly. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke said in a post on Facebook that a mature, adult red-shouldered hawk was found grounded in a driveway about a mile away from the center's facility.

Roanoke, VA · 4d
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Voters in Amherst, Pulaski counties reject referendums on Rosie’s gaming facilities

(WSET) — Voters in Amherst and Pulaski counties both rejected referendums to allow pari-mutuel wagering that would bring gaming facilities to those areas. Had the questions been approved, Churchill Downs Incorporated, the company behind Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, would have been allowed to open locations in both counties. UP-TO-THE-MINUTE...

Amherst County, VA · 5d
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Mercer County Animal Shelter asking for donations of blankets

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — As we creep closer to winter, we are all probably thinking about staying warm with our heat inside and thick coats for braving the elements. But what about our furry friends? Yes, they have fur to keep them warm, but when temperatures drop to freezing conditions, the animals in shelters need […]

Mercer County, WV · 10d

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A Roanoke burger restaurant closed after nearly 40 years

Burger in the Square, a beloved neighborhood institution in Roanoke County, has officially closed its doors after nearly 40 years. The restaurant, located at 3904 Brambleton Avenue, had originally announced via Facebook that its final day of operation would be Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with the official closure taking effect on October 15. However, due to a massive surge in final community demand, the restaurant completely sold out of food and closed early on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Roanoke, VA · 6d

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Hawk determined to be 'too fat to fly' after eating chickens, sleeping too often

ROANOKE, Va. (CNN/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - A hawk was determined to be "too fat to fly" after she devoured chickens and slept too often. A red-shouldered hawk rescued from a driveway in California is drawing attention after wildlife officials determined it was too heavy to fly. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center...

Roanoke, VA · 4d

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Beloved Virginia burger restaurant closes after nearly 40 years, selling out before final day

Virginia has lost another longtime neighborhood institution, joining other beloved restaurants that recently closed across the state. Burger in the Square in Roanoke County served its final customers on October…

Roanoke County, VA · 8d

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10 Virginia Donut Shops Serving Glazed Donuts Worth Getting Up Early For

One donut shop on this list stays open until nearly midnight, yet the smart move is still showing up at 5 AM. That tells you plenty about how seriously people take a fresh glazed donut. Another spot opens at 5:30 in the morning and can sell out of favorites soon...

Williamsburg, VA · 7d

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Furry Friends: Lala is looking for a loving family!

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—WFXR News highlights pets ready for adoption in area shelters through our weekly segment, Furry Friends! On Tuesday, November 3, Kathy Bauman and Anita Finkle with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) brought Lala to the WFXR News Studio. Lala is a 7-year-old pitbull-Labrador mix who has been overlooked at the shelter since […]

Roanoke, VA · 5d

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Charlotte entrepreneur takes over Raleigh-founded run club app

Brandon Lewis is the CEO and owner of fitness and run club app FitVil. He acquired an 81% stake in 2025 and wants to more than triple the registered base within a year. An update adds personal trainers and venue booking. Before acquiring his major stake in FitVil, Lewis built...

Roanoke, VA · 6d

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Over 650,000 Christmas Lights Turn This Virginia Woodland Trail Into A Holiday Wonderland

More than 725,000 Christmas lights are set to illuminate a half-mile woodland trail this holiday season. That’s an enormous amount of sparkle packed into a walk through the trees, and the 2026 event promises new themes and festive displays. The Virginia attraction invites visitors to follow a glowing outdoor...

Roanoke, VA · 7d

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This North Carolina Lunch Counter Made Famous By A Classic TV Town Serves A Stacked Pork Chop Sandwich Locals Love

A fried pork chop gets buried under chili, slaw, mustard, onion, and tomato at this little North Carolina diner. The stack hangs off both sides of the bun like it’s planning an escape. The diner has been feeding hungry folks since 1923. It’s also the only business still operating...

Mt Airy, NC · 7d

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The Hole-In-The-Wall Virginia Restaurant That Has Locals Driving Hours Without Complaint

There’s a tiny restaurant in Roanoke, Virginia, that seats ten people, serves food that costs less than a movie ticket, and has somehow outlasted every trend, fad, and food craze of the last century. Texas Tavern is not trying to impress you, and that’s exactly why it does.

Roanoke, VA · 14d

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9 Things Virginia Gardeners Should Do in November Before the First Hard Freeze

Frost often visits the mountain valleys near Blacksburg weeks before it finally creeps toward the sandy shores of Virginia Beach. That gap gives every gardener in the Commonwealth a slightly different finish line for wrapping up fall chores outside. A hard freeze usually means temperatures of 28 degrees or lower,...

Blacksburg, VA · 5d

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Look: Hawk found grounded in Virginia driveway was 'too darn fat to fly'

Animal rescuers in Virginia solved the mystery of a hawk found grounded in a resident's driveway: the bird was "too darn fat to fly."

Roanoke, VA · 5d

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10 Virginia Restaurants Serving Comfort Food Without The Hefty Price Tag

One diner on this list never locks up for the night. It stays open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so French toast at 3 a.m. is a real option. That detail hooked me right away. Another spot runs a hot bar loaded with pork chops, beef tips, and mashed potatoes.

Virginia · 8d

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When Winter Hits The Mountains, These 7 Southwest Virginia Diners Keep The Coffee Hot And Gravy Thick

Cold mornings in the Southwest Virginia mountains call for a warm booth, a full mug, and a plate of biscuits under a blanket of gravy. Small towns from Damascus to Blacksburg still have the kind of diners where the coffee keeps coming and nobody rushes you out the door. These...

Virginia · 8d

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Radford author brings Appalachian folklore to life in new book

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A new book is giving readers a closer look at the legends, supernatural stories and mysteries rooted in Appalachia. Radford author David Horton recently released his first book, Tales from the Traveler, a collection of stories inspired by the folklore and history of Radford and the surrounding New River Valley.

Radford, VA · 8d