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Floyd County Retired Air Force Veteran J. Edward “Ed” Conner reflects on his time in service

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Some memories fade with time, but photographs can bring them back to life. Retired Air Force veteran Ed Conner shares a glimpse into a chapter of his life that took him from Floyd County to Japan, where he served his country. There’s an old saying that says a picture is worth […]

Floyd County, VA · 3d

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Pulaski County Earns International Gold Award for Excellence in Economic Development

PULASKI, VA. — Pulaski County has received a 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) for its ‘Vacancy to Vitality’ initiative. The County was recognized at the highest level in the Real Estate Development & Reuse category for communities with populations between 25,000 and 200,000.

Pulaski County, VA · 3d
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HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Jim Messina to perform first Roanoke concert tonight at Jefferson Center

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Jim Messina will perform at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke on Thursday, Nov. 5, marking the first time he has performed in the city. Messina, who recorded songs including “Your Mama Don’t Dance” and “Danny’s Song” with former duo partner Kenny Loggins, is bringing his band, The Road Runners, to celebrate a career that has spanned more than 50 years.

Roanoke, VA · 3d
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Martinsville elects Greene, Niederstadt to city council as mayor finishes third

Martinsville, Va. (WSET) — Martinsville voters have chosen two new members for City Council, marking a leadership shift in a city that has faced years of controversy, legal battles and an ongoing Virginia State Police investigation. Michael Greene and Charles Niederstadt will join the Martinsville City Council. Mayor L.C....

Martinsville, VA · 4d
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Roanoke Cultural Endowment nears halfway mark of $20M goal

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke Cultural Endowment is nearing the halfway mark of its $20 million goal to permanently fund local arts organizations. Created in 2015, the non-profit endowment aims to provide sustainable, year-round operating grants for approximately two dozen arts and cultural non-profits across the Roanoke area. The fund is currently just shy of $10 million, with an anonymous donor offering a $250,000 matching grant for community donations made through Dec. 31.

Roanoke, VA · 3d

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Monroe County Election results 2026

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Monroe County, WV · 5d

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Ahead of schedule, the Western Virginia Water Authority evaluates its supplies

The Western Virginia Water Authority is embarking on a plan to evaluate its supplies. Roanoke City Council heard Monday about the Western Virginia Water Authority’s plans to reevaluate its water supplies— a process that’s occurring well ahead of schedule. Mike McEvoy is the executive director of the...

Roanoke, VA · 6d

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Mercer and Bland County students meet local legend Homer Hickam

Bluefield, WV (WOAY) Kids from Mercer and Bland County public schools had the opportunity to be inspired on Thursday. At the historic Granada Theater in Bluefield, they watched the movie October Sky and then got to meet the area’s local legend, the one who wrote the book that the movie is based on, Homer Hickam.

Bland County, VA · 3d

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Invasive Plant Removal in Heritage Park

Beginning Monday, November 2, the Town of Blacksburg will complete work in Heritage Park to remove invasive plant species such as autumn olive, privet, multiflora rose, and Asiatic bittersweet. Using heavy forest mulching machinery to clear a 15-acre area, this project will allow space for regrowth and the restoration of the natural habitat with thousands of native plants. This work will only target non-native and invasive plants. The most visible work will be completed on the Meadowbrook Drive side of the park, but work will also occur on the Glade Road side of the park.

Blacksburg, VA · 6d

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Botetourt County landowner sues county over how it made its deal with Google

A Botetourt County land owner is suing to try to void the county’s performance agreement with Google over its planned data center complex. The lawsuit claims the county board of supervisors discussed the performance agreement in a closed session, and then approved it without discussing the substance of the agreement. The agreement finalized the sale, expedited permitting and included performance grants.

Botetourt County, VA · 5d

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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 · 6d

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Griffith Announces $2 Million ARC Grant for Regional Workforce Development

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area Consortium, whose board is based in Radford, Virginia, a $2,000,000 grant for workforce development. The funding will support the training of 450 individuals and help 75 businesses access a developed workforce and/or related services. In response...

Radford, VA · 4d

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Unofficial Election Results-City of Radford

Member House of Representatives (9th District) Member City Council (Mayor Radford City) Member School Board (Radford City) Question: Should the Constitution of Virginia be amended to (i) protect the freedom to make personal decisions about prenatal care, childbirth, postpartum care, birth control, abortion, miscarriage management and fertility care; (ii) protect doctors, nurses and patients from being punished for these decisions; and (iii) allow for restrictions on access to abortion during the third trimester of pregnancy except when the patient’s health is at risk or the pregnancy cannot survive?

Radford, VA · 4d

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Kheystone Legal relocates to Westlake Towne Center

Kheystone Legal, a law firm serving businesses and individuals throughout the Smith Mountain Lake area and surrounding communities, has relocated to Westlake Towne Center at 95 Westlake Road, Suite 107, in the same complex as Verizon. The firm previously operated at 13595 Booker T. Washington Highway in Moneta. That building...

Roanoke, VA · 4d

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Roanoke considers downtown parking changes as condemned garage heads toward repairs

ROANOKE, Va. – Downtown Roanoke has more than 9,000 parking spaces, but some drivers say finding one can still be frustrating. City officials are proposing changes to parking rules, while a condemned garage beside the Amtrak station could eventually reopen. At a City Council presentation, Park Roanoke outlined a...

Roanoke, VA · 6d

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What’s Happening in West Virginia for Nov. 6 - Nov. 8

Princeton, WV · 3d

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Franklin County residents concerned about transparency in filing of redistricting brief

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Residents of Franklin County are once again raising concerns about the Board of Supervisors’ transparency after months of complaints that too many decisions are being made behind closed doors. The new concerns stem from a legal brief Franklin County filed in April with several...

Franklin County, VA · 6d

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Traffic detour on US-460 following incident in Bedford County

UPDATE: VDOT has cleared the incident on VA511, but detours and congestion may still exist. BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Motorists driving on US-460 in Bedford County should expect delays as emergency crews respond to a structure fire. All west lanes are closed in the area of Irving Rd, Rieley Ridge Dr, and Rte 689, […]

Bedford County, VA · 6d

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Kanipe and Stewart win Radford City Council seats, with unopposed Gillespie taking mayor’s seat

School board incumbents Jane Swing and Gloria Boyd win reelection, with Ed Dickenson winning the third contested board spot. The post Kanipe and Stewart win Radford City Council seats, with unopposed Gillespie taking mayor’s seat appeared first on Cardinal News .

Radford, VA · 5d

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Democrats sweep Roanoke council elections: Newcomers Moore and Clawson and incumbent Sanchez-Jones

Three independents and a lone Republican could not find a way to get a seat, based on unofficial results. The post Democrats sweep Roanoke council elections: Newcomers Moore and Clawson and incumbent Sanchez-Jones appeared first on Cardinal News .

Roanoke, VA · 5d