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Summer Concert Series returns at The Dog Bowl in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Summer Concert Series returns at The Dog Bowl in Roanoke from May-September 2024. Black Dog Salvage and 5 Points Music Foundation collaborated to make this event happen, kicking off with Crawford & Power with Corey Hunley & the Millionaires on Saturday, May 11, at 6:00 p.m. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m.
High School Softball: Franklin County stumbles in pitcher’s duel against Staunton River, 3-1
Emily Wood and Staunton River took down Franklin County 3-1 in a pitcher’s duel that saw a total of twelve strikeouts on May 3rd in Blue Ridge District softball action. Wood went the distance for the Lady Golden Eagles striking out seven while Franklin County’s Kaylee Manning struck out five over five innings.
Virginia first lady, AG team with recovering addict to launch initiatives targeting state's fentanyl crisis
Virginia first lady Suzanne Youngkin, Attorney General Jason Miyares and resident Christine Wright have launched programs to address the fentanyl crisis the commonwealth is facing.
Mountain Valley Pipeline segment ruptures during test
A picture of a ruptured section of the Mountain Valley Pipeline circulating on social media this week ignited a fury of opposition from those who have protested the project for years. The damaged pipeline, which the photo showed being hauled down a roadway, was the end result of hydrotesting on a section of the mainline […] The post Mountain Valley Pipeline segment ruptures during test appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
BBB honors area high school "Students of Integrity"
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Fourteen area high school seniors were honored recently as "Students of Integrity" by the Better Business Bureau Serving Western Virginia. The 21st Annual Student of Integrity Scholarship Awards Dinner was held in Roanoke on April 25. Its purpose is to recognize students for demonstrating ethics through leadership, community service and overall personal integrity.
Woman turns bull into bestie with unexpected treat - The Sprint
ROANOKE, Va. – Happy Tuesday! If you’re in need of a pick-me-up, you’ve come to the right place!. It’s honestly been pretty gloomy out, but we’re here to bring you some sunshine on this rainy day with stories that are guaranteed to make you smile!
Roanoke sheriff's office to host Special Olympics fundraiser
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office is set to hold the first of four fundraisers in support of Special Olympics Virginia. The third annual Cover the Cruiser and Tip the Deputy fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 11., at Red Robin. SEE ALSO: Franklin Co....
Roanoke and Wonju, South Korea celebrate 60 sears as Sister Cities
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — The City of Roanoke and Roanoke Valley Sister Cities Inc. is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Roanoke’s Sister City relationship with Wonju, South Korea. A 25-member delegation, including Wonju Mayor Won Gang Soo and K-pop group LEAD, will visit Roanoke in May to commemorate...
EARLY YEARS: May is National Water Safety Month
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - For eight-year-old Mason Bartley, water means fun. “I like to play with water balloons, and at my birthday party every year, since it’s in June, I do a water gun fight,” says Mason. Mason is one of the kids taking part in the Y...
Home collapses into basement during fire in Bassett, investigation underway
BASSETT, Va. (WFXR) — A house is a total loss after it collapsed into the basement during a fire early Monday morning. On May 6 around 2:30 a.m., firefighters in Bassett were called to a home on Deerfield Lane. Several first responders with the Patrick Henry Fire, Bassett Fire, and the Henry County Department of […]
How to be a good neighbor - etiquette tips from Junior Cotillion
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - This is the time of year you might see more moving trucks cruising through your neighborhood as families start to plant roots in new homes. So how can you make a good first impression and welcome your new neighbors?. Jessica Hilbish with the Roanoke Valley Chapter...
Downtown foot traffic is on the rise, according to City Market Building official
The person who oversees the Historic Roanoke City Market Building is pushing back against claims made by at least one recently closed restaurant that foot traffic downtown has not rebounded since the pandemic. WFIR’s Ian Price has more.
Motorcyclist killed in Roanoke crash
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Roanoke, according to Roanoke Police. The crash was Friday afternoon in the 2100 block of Roanoke Ave SW and was a collision between a car and a motorcycle. Two people in the car were also hurt. The road...
Hill Street Baptist Church addresses gun violence at Praise in the Park
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Gun violence continues to steal lives and rock communities throughout Southwest Virginia. In Roanoke, WDBJ7 has tracked at least ten shootings since the beginning of 2024. Seven of those ended with injuries or death. Hill Street Baptist Church is turning to faith and fellowship to fight...
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