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“My son was just starting life.” Mother calls for road safety improvements after son’s fatal crash
BEDFORD CO., Va. (WDBJ) - Kohl Patrick Lambert was driving home after celebrating his birthday when he was killed in a car accident. In tears, his mother said her son should not have lost his life and emphasized how road safety improvements need to be made. “My son was just...
Strong wind to add bitter chill Tuesday morning, fuel fire threat through Wednesday
ROANOKE, Va. – It was just a few days ago that temperatures reached the 70s and lower 80s. In typical March fashion, however, the temperature roller coaster has sped down the hill. Wind chills early Tuesday morning are in the teens and 20s. Despite a gusty wind at times,...
Local group disrupting domestic abuse, one woman at a time
ROANOKE, VA – March is Women’s History Month, and while much progress has been made over the years, there’s still more to do, especially when it comes to women and domestic violence. ”Women have to justify their entire existence to justify the fact that this guy abused...
Salem 7th grader wins Radford University regional spelling bee, advances to nationals
RADFORD, Va. (WFXR) — One 7th-grade student from Salem is getting ready to take on the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee. On Saturday, March 16, Audrey Lee, a 7th-grade student at Andrew Lewis Middle School took home the win for the Radford University Regional Scripps Spelling Bee. The competition was held at Radford University.
Roanoke announced AUD contest winners
ROANOKE, Va. – The City of Roanoke has announced the winner of their Accessory Dwelling Unit design contest: Steve Sunderman of Terrazia Architecture. Accessory dwelling units are limited-size dwellings built on existing residential properties. They’re a unique solution for people needing affordable options or those looking to provide a...
Free gunlocks available at community hubs throughout Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A new effort to cut gun violence in Roanoke is making sure everyone has the chance to learn how to safely store, and use, firearms without spending a dime. The city’s new “Lock in safety. Unlock hope” initiative will make gun locks available to any...
Pipeline opponents question response of state agency
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - As construction continues on the Mountain Valley Pipeline, opponents say the project is still affecting area creeks and streams. During a protest Monday morning, they said state regulators aren’t fulfilling their responsibility to protect water quality. A small group of pipeline opponents gathered outside the...
St. Patrick’s Day: Dogs on Parade
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Thousands of people turned out for the Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival on Saturday in Downtown Roanoke. And dozens of dogs were part of the celebration too. We caught up with a few of those classy canines along the parade route...
“Home Safe” program will combat homelessness with new affordable rental units in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. – People facing homelessness in Roanoke may be able to move into new homes by 2026 thanks to the “Home Safe” program started by the city. The city plans to use about five million dollars to construct new affordable rental units for people who are homeless. They will include duplexes or single-family homes. Eight people have already transitioned into new homes in January through the program.
Cooler air rides occasionally gusty wind early in the week
ROANOKE, Va. – March 2024 has been one of the warmest on record, which is why an early week cold snap will make a big difference. Following the passage of a cold front, Monday’s highs will only be in the 40s and 50s. Similar to St. Patrick’s Day,...
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