Bluefield State University issues statement after death of a student

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – A student enrolled and attending Bluefield State University passes away after an incident at Brush Creek Falls, according to a statement from the University. The press release states the following; Bluefield State University confirms the death of a BSU student following an incident at Brush Creek Falls on Saturday, September 5, […]

High School Football Roundup: Salem dismantles Franklin County; Golden Eagles blanked by JF; and Auburn cruises past SMLCA

The Spartans are 2-0 for the first time in five years after a dominant 65-17 win over the Eagles on Friday night at Cy Dillon Stadium. Last season, Salem finished 5-5, including a 31-21 home loss to Franklin County in Week 2. Senior running back Jordan McCadden opened the scoring...

Enviroclub Launches 2026 Can Collection Competition

Three years ago, the Enviroclub received a grant to purchase can-crushers–mechanical can-crushing devices that begin the process of aluminum recycling. Two years ago, they started the Can Collection Competition, a student-led recycling initiative. Now, the competition is back. As a contest oriented around collecting aluminum cans to reduce waste,...

Roanoke Catholic football searching for opponent after late cancellation

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke Catholic School football is searching for an opponent for Week 3 of Friday Football Extra action, after their opponent backed out of the contest. Celtics coach Brett Jones confirms to WDBJ7 that Fredericksburg Christian, originally scheduled to host Roanoke Catholic Saturday at 1:00pm, has cancelled the contest, due to FCS being depleted from injuries.

A Virginia school district pioneers solar and battery microgrids

Roanoke City Public Schools in Virginia is set to become the first in the state to invest in solar-and-battery-powered microgrids at its two high schools, which double as official disaster shelters. As climate change intensifies, communities around the country are looking for ways to better prepare for extreme weather, from...

Record Investment in Education & Career Development

Governor Abigail Spanberger earlier this week met Virginia students, heard from teachers and administrators, and highlighted record investments the Commonwealth has made in education and career development programs. In Roanoke, the Governor visited the Roanoke County Public Schools Career and Technology Center — a new workforce development facility opening in...

Christiansburg sophomore recovers after being flown from football game with spinal injury

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Christiansburg High School sophomore Dillinger Collins is back at school and speaking out after a spinal injury led to him being flown from a football game last week. Collins, a sophomore safety and running back, was hurt during the third quarter of a Friday night game.

Blacksburg elementary school parking lot doubles as game-day fundraiser

BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Fans heading to Lane Stadium this weekend for Virginia Tech’s season opener against VMI have an option less than a mile from the stadium: the parking lot at Margaret Beeks Elementary School. For $15 a car, cash only, first come first served, fans can park...

Week 2 High School Football Scores

Glenvar keeps Liberty off the scoreboard in 27-0 win

Following a 30-minute lightning delay, Glenvar took control early and shut out Liberty 27-0. Ranger Swanson scored on a 10-yard run during the Highlanders’ first possession. Near the end of the opening quarter, quarterback Kiptyn Jones connected with Ricky Ferguson for a 17-yard touchdown, with Haden Henderson delivering a key block on the play.

Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz Preview – Week 2 – September 4, 2026

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports Director Jermaine Ferrell gives us a preview of Week 2 of the high school football season. Time changes for a few games due to heat Friday night : St. Michael at North Cross – 5 p.m. Blacksburg at James River – 7:30 p.m. Salem at Franklin County – 7:30 […]

Bethel, Norview capture Thursday night victories to kick off week two

Week two of high school football in Hampton Roads got underway Thursday night with a team eyeing a Peninsula District title in 2026 continuing its early roll.

Lewis tabbed as next Fleming girls hoops coach

ROANOKE, Va. – William Fleming High School and Roanoke City Public Schools have named Mackenzie “Mack” Lewis as the new varsity head coach of the Colonels girls basketball program. A Northside High School alumnus, Lewis brings extensive coaching, leadership and player-development experience to William Fleming and has...

William Fleming High School names Mackenzie “Mack” Lewis as new head girls basketball coach

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — William Fleming and Roanoke City Public Schools announced Mackenzie “Mack” Lewis as the new Colonels Varsity Head Girls Basketball Coach. Known as “Coach Mack“, Lewis recently served as Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach at Salem High School, where he helped lead the Spartans to VHSL State Class 4 Runner-Up finishes in […]

Jefferson Forest hosts Staunton River in Week 2 battle for Game of the Week

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Two unbeaten teams will put their early-season momentum on the line tonight when Jefferson Forest hosts Staunton River in a Week Two high school football matchup expected to be decided by physical play up front. Jefferson Forest enters the game coming off a 49-7 win...

Embracing dreams and failures: Redick delivers motivational talk to Roanoke students

ROANOKE, Va. – For the first time in 13 years, Roanoke welcomed home one of its most accomplished basketball stars. Los Angeles Lakers head coach and former Cave Spring High School and Duke standout JJ Redick returned to the Star City Wednesday to speak with more than 600 Roanoke Valley students at Summit Sportsplex.

Update on Coal City Elementary School released by the Superintendent of Raleigh County Schools

COAL CITY, WV (WVNS) — The Superintendent of Raleigh County Schools made a statement about Coal City Elementary School. According to a post on the Coal City Elementary School’s Facebook page, Serena Starcher, the Superintendent of Raleigh County Schools, announced that Coal City Elementary School will open on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

VHSL denies alignment appeals for Patrick Henry and Grayson County football

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Virginia High School League (VHSL) has ruled on the appeals to the proposed alignment for athletic teams and district beginning in 2027. Patrick Henry High had its appeal to stay in Region 5D denied, forcing Patriots athletes to move up to Class 6 play in region B next school year. In a 5-0 vote to deny, the VHSL said Patrick Henry did not meet the “guideline criteria” for staying in Class 5. Roanoke City Public Schools officials had argued that the move would create undue hardship for Patriot athletes, having to travel long distances for games, as well as the financial costs involved with travel.