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Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger Progresses

ROANOKE, Va. – The merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is progressing. If it happens, the plans that they have to create a new streamlined railroad may involve Roanoke’s railroad system. Union Pacific is promoting the plan as a positive development for the railroad. But residents who...

Roanoke, VA · 1d

Fighting Gobbler

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Mike Young drops bold statement after Virginia Tech secured overtime win over Iowa

Virginia Tech men's basketball said what should be music to Hokies fans' ears after an overtime win over Iowa on Tuesday night.

Blacksburg, VA · 2d

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High School highlights and scores: November 10, 2026

Three local volleyball teams won region titles on Tuesday. All of these schools have qualified for the state tournament.

Abingdon, VA · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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.

Roanoke, VA · 4d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Albert Rodebaugh of Craigsville, West Virginia, Took the N.C. State Fair Giant Pumpkin Title at 2,123 Pounds, and a Blacksburg Couple Set a Virginia Record

Albert Rodebaugh won the N.C. State Fair giant pumpkin title at 2,123 pounds, and a Blacksburg couple's 1,861.8-pound pumpkin set a Virginia record.

Blacksburg, VA · 3d

Fighting Gobbler

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Virginia Tech men's basketball vs. Mount St. Mary's: How to watch, odds, more

The Virginia Tech men's basketball team will host Mount St. Mary's on Friday night at Cassell Coliseum.

Blacksburg, VA · 8h

Fighting Gobbler

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Virginia Tech Hokies News: Mike Young's blunt message, another in-state battle, more

Virginia Tech men's basketball coach Mike Young had a message for Hokies fans after a win over Iowa on Tuesday night.

Blacksburg, VA · 1d

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New River Valley artist says drawing helped him out of addiction and homelessness

NEW RIVER VALLEY, Va. (WDBJ) - Joe Casso says drawing pulled him out of addiction and homelessness. Casso, who lives in the New River Valley, now draws on everything he can find and sells his work at events across the region. “Drawing is a peaceful place for me to not...

Roanoke, VA · 22h

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Christiansburg Veterans Day Parade honors community heroes

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – The Christiansburg community organized a Veterans Day Parade celebration on Wednesday morning to show their appreciation. This all began at 10 a.m. along Main Street and was followed by a commemorative ceremony near the Montgomery Central War Memorial. Participants say its also a chance for younger...

Christiansburg, VA · 1d

Country Herald

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Virginia Weather Alert Today: Wind Chills in 20s, Gusts 25 MPH

Canadian cold air pushes mountain wind chills into the 20s as gusts reach 25 mph Friday and Saturday.

Blacksburg, VA · 12h

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Roanoke task force lays out plan to address homelessness

ROANOKE, Va. – A veteran who spent about a year and a half at the Rescue Mission of Roanoke says finding a home gave him a sense of stability he had been missing. “It was a great feeling to get up there and have that key in my hand, open up the door and close the door back,” said Sam, a formerly homeless veteran. “And then this, knowing that this is mine.”

Roanoke, VA · 21h

Fighting Gobbler

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Virginia Tech injury report for Stanford paints a promising outlook for Justin Terry

Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin gives a promising injury update on offensive lineman Justin Terry ahead of Stanford.

Blacksburg, VA · 1d

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VDOT Salem District has NEW Facebook Page

We have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! First, thank you so much for your support of the VDOT Facebook Group. We’ve been together since 2019 and with the growth of this incredible community, 12.6K followers to be exact, the time has come to make the move to a brand-new Facebook Page! With this move, we want to bring you more valuable, versatile and cleaner content, and exciting new features that keep you in the know – especially ahead of winter weather!

Salem, VA · 1d

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Gretna Hawks rally to defeat defending state champions in five-set thriller before falling to Glenvar

The Gretna Hawks showed tremendous heart, determination, and resilience as they rallied from two sets down to defeat the defending state champion Radford Bobcats in an exciting five-set showdown. After dropping the first two sets, 20-25 and 22-25, the Hawks refused to back down, winning the next three sets 25-16, 25-18, and 15-7 to complete an impressive comeback victory.

Gretna, VA · 2d

New Castle Record

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Supervisors honor Craig County High School football team

The Craig County High School football team is on a roll, and the county’s Board of Supervisors wanted to make sure that the current gridiron glory days will not be forgotten. At their monthly meeting last Thursday, the Craig County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution establishing Rockets Day...

Craig County, VA · 2d

Fighting Gobbler

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Dan Lanning lurking in the woods to flip 4-star Virginia Tech 2027 commit

Virginia Tech football Class of 2027 commit JP Jones-Priest is reportedly taking a visit to Oregon this weekend.

Blacksburg, VA · 2d

Virginia Tech Hokies On SI

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Instant Takeaways From Virginia Tech Women's Basketball's 77-66 Win Over VCU

Center Jessica Dimaro broke the school records for rebounds and offensive boards in a single game.

Blacksburg, VA · 19h

WFXR

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Feeding Southwest Virginia, Walmart, Nestlé host food drive before the holidays

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Increasing financial pressures during the holiday months can stretch family budgets to the breaking point, according to Feeding America, making November and December some of the busiest for food banks. Feeding Southwest Virginia is teaming up with Walmart and Nestlé for a “Pack the Pallet” food drive to help local feeding […]

Roanoke, VA · 1d

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Roanoke region gets $2M donation to maintain, sustain outdoor areas

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke Outside Foundation has announced a huge donation. Google is giving $2 million to Project Outside. The money will go toward maintaining and sustaining the Roanoke region’s outdoor areas. Projects include things such as trail building, improving river access and creating programs to get...

Roanoke, VA · 22h