Roanoke County rolls out new elementary school features

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke County Public Schools officially cut the ribbon on renovations at W. E. Cundiff Elementary in Vinton Wednesday. The project had been in the works since 2019, and includes a new cafeteria and administrative wing, as well as new learning-room spaces, a library and a gym.

W.E. Cundiff Elementary celebrates school makeover

A two-year renovation and expansion project at W.E. Cundiff Elementary School in Vinton celebrated its completion with a ribbon cutting today. A new administrative wing, open-style classrooms converted to separate spaces with walls and a new cafeteria are highlights of a remake that cost more than 20 million dollars. The W.E. Cundiff Elementary project also added new bus lanes. The renovation was first discussed in 2018 and was delayed for several years by the pandemic, before the Roanoke County School Board funded it along with several other school projects. Principal Ashley McCallum has been at Cundiff for ten years; she spoke about the changes:

North Stokes' dominance of Chatham Central comes to an end in 35-0 loss

DANBURY — Chatham Central shook off eight straight games’ worth of history Friday night, routing North Stokes 35-0 for the Bears’ first victory ever in the all-time series against the Vikings. Chatham Central (6-0, 2-0 Greater Triad 1A/2A Conference) wasted little time asserting control. Carson Jackson broke...

Bedford County Public Schools weighs additional closing as part of redistricting

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Bedford County Public Schools is considering the future closing of an additional elementary school as it works to redraw attendance boundaries amid a decline in student enrollment. Stewartsville Elementary was set to close at the end of last school year, but the school board voted...

Mercer County Schools Superintendent to retire after 2026-27 school year

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – Mercer County Public Schools’ Superintendent Ed Toman announced his intentions to retire from his position upon the expiration of his contract. His contract will be up at the conclusion of the 2026-27 school year. Toman has served as superintendent in Mercer County for the past six years. He came to the […]

Hidden Valley Homecoming Football Game Brings School Spirit

Hidden Valley High School’s Homecoming football game brought students and families together for an exciting night under the Friday night lights. The stands were filled with students supporting the team and celebrating Homecoming. Before the game, students gathered around with friends and showed off their school spirit. When the...

Preston Park's Orris is September Education Impact Honoree

ROANOKE, Va. – The new school year brings more than a fresh start to learning. Sometimes, it also brings a brand-new facility, along with new challenges. That’s why Stacie Orris, assistant principal at Preston Park Elementary, was selected as the Blue Eagle Credit Union/WSLS September Education Impact honoree.

Virginia Western holds investiture for its fifth president

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- Dr. Laura Treanor was formally sworn in as the fifth president of Virginia Western Community College. The ceremony took place on Friday, September 25 at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke. Treanor started her role as college president on July 1, 2025. She previously served as provost and senior vice president for instructional […]

Dr. Serena Starcher – Episode 24, Part 1

In the newest episode of Our Communiversity Today, host Dr. Ramon Stuart welcomes Dr. Serena Starcher, Superintendent of Raleigh County Schools, for the first installment of a two-part conversation about education, leadership, and serving students in Southern West Virginia. Dr. Starcher shares the path that brought her to Raleigh County...

Pulaski County High NHS chapter wins national honor

Dublin, VA – For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and efforts to improve the school and community, the National Honor Society (NHS) awarded Pulaski County High School the Chapter of Distinction award. NHS is supported by its parent organization, the National Principals Association (NPA), which also oversees the National Association of Student Councils.

High School Football Game of the Week: Magna Vista rolls past Staunton River, 34-7

Magna Vista improved to 5-0 for the season, fueled by a stingy defense, in a 34-7 win over Staunton River Friday night in Moneta. The Warriors have now outscored opponents 295 to 36 in the first five games, with the defense allowing just 7.2 points per game. Junior running back...

Meadow Bridge Regional School announces 2026 Homecoming Court

MEADOW BRIDGE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Meadow Bridge Regional School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court, featuring students from sixth through 12th grades. Crown bearers for this year’s homecoming court are Dylan Clendenin and Sadie Jo Bennett. The court includes sixth graders Oaklee O’Dell and Case Wickline; seventh graders Khloe Brown and Landon Clendenin; eighth graders […]

Schools post sales tax information; Williams: ‘there’s other alternatives’

Pulaski County Public School’s website (pcva.us) now includes a page full of information on the upcoming referendum on a 1 percent sales tax for school construction and improvements. Tuesday night the school board, at a special called meeting, voted unanimously to include the information on its website. The information,...

Friday Night High School Football Scores

Buffaloes shut out Fort Chiswell 49-0

After a first season loss, by one point, to Grayson County last week, the Floyd County High School varsity football Buffaloes scored 35 points in the first quarter against Fort Chiswell on its way to a 49-0 shutout on Coach Beale Field Friday, putting the team at 3-1 so far this season.

Southern West Virginia schools taking part in National GEAR UP Week

COAL CITY, WV (WVNS) – It is National GEAR UP Week and schools across southern West Virginia are partnering with GEAR UP to give kids insight into planning life beyond high school. Independence High School is one such school and students and families gathered in Coal City on Tuesday evening, September 22nd, to officially take […]

Shady Spring High School issues traffic alert due to homecoming parade

SHADY SPRING, WV (WVNS) — A traffic alert was released by Shady Spring High School due to a homecoming parade. According to a post on the Shady Spring High School Facebook page, the scheduled homecoming parade on Thursday, September 24, 2026 will cause road closures in the area while the parade occurs. The post stated […]

Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz – Week 5 – Sept. 25, 2026

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports Director Jermaine Ferrell shares scores and highlights from Week 5 of the high school football season with Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz. (3-1)Alleghany 41, (1-4)Waynesboro 0 (2-2)Altavista 24, (2-2)Nelson County (2-3)Appomattox 50, (2-3)Dan River 22 (4-1)Auburn 56, (1-4)Eastern Montgomery 8 (3-1)Bath County at Hancock, Md. – No Score (3-2)Bassett 28, […]

An Exciting Addition to Roanoke Greek Life

During this past month, many young men and women have found their home in one of eight Greek life organizations on Roanoke College’s campus. Even on a small campus, over 150 students are currently involved in either fraternity or sorority life. The Greek community is expected to grow its numbers, helping more students find a place to make lifelong memories and everlasting connections.