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New overhead flashing lights to go live on Route 220 in Franklin County, VDOT says

(WSET) — Beginning Thursday morning, two new overhead flashing lights will begin working on Route 220 (Virgil Goode Highway) at its intersections with Pleasant Breeze Road and Commonwealth Parkway, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The purpose of the flashers is to alert drivers of potential traffic...

Franklin County, VA · 18d

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Roanoke leaders say empty storefronts won’t stay empty long as new businesses move in

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke City leaders acknowledge rising costs have been a burden on business owners. “The cost of everything is high, the cost of gas, the cost of groceries, and when you look at what restaurants are going through, the fact that people can just choose not to eat out,” said Marc Nelson, head of economic development.

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Franklin County High School held Military & First Responders Appreciation Night

ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WFXR) — To open up the 2026 high school football season in Rocky Mount at Cy Dillion Stadium for the Bassett-Franklin County football game the high school held their annual Military and First Responder night. Veterans and first responders and a guest got free admission to the game. Veterans were recognized on […]

Rocky Mount, VA · 17d

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Lane closures on Wells Avenue NW due to water main break

RONAOKE, Va. (WFXR)- The City of Roanoke is reporting lane closures on a section of Wells Avenue NW due to a water main break. As of 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, the right lane of the Exit 5 off-ramp on I-581S is closed along with the right lane of Wells Avenue.

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Dr. Pepper Day expands with new location, longer hours, and live music

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Dr. Pepper Day is getting bigger this year, with a new location, extended hours, and a full day of music and activities. The free community event is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, at Dr. Pepper Park at The Bridges. Waynette Anderson, president of Dr. Pepper Park...

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Franklin County panel addresses data centers, but residents question transparency

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Franklin County Board of Supervisors held a panel discussion on data centers this week. No vote was taken and no project is currently on the table. The board described the session as an opportunity for people to learn more about what is and is...

Franklin County, VA · 16d

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Roanoke County celebrates new Career and Technology Center opening

After two-plus years of construction the 80-million dollar Roanoke County Career and Technology Center on Peters Creek Road cut the ribbon today on its 120-thousand square foot building on Peters Creek Road, the new home for County high school students who want to learn a trade before they graduate. It will replace the outdated and now undersized Burton Center. Several businesses with local connections to the valley – including Advance Auto, Virginia Credit Union and Steel Dynamics – donated six-figure “big checks” during today’s opening celebration at the RCCTC, which still needs to be outfitted with equipment and furniture. Students are expected to arrive in January. Dr. Jamie Soltis is superintendent for Roanoke County Public Schools:

Roanoke County, VA · 17d

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Hoot and Holler marks ten years of telling stories in Roanoke

It’s been ten years since Lee Hunsaker made her way back home to Roanoke, eager to capture something like the literary and music scene from her time in Austin, Texas. But she also wanted make something that felt authentic to this region. What resulted is Roanoke’s answer to The Moth Radio Hour, and a simple celebration of stories.

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Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You'll Ever Need. Week of 10/21 to 10/30.

Fun nights, one town and a lot of costumes. We went through the city, downtown, venue and neighborhood calendars so you didn't have to. Plans change, so check with the venue before you head out. We went through the city, downtown, venue and neighborhood calendars so you didn't have to....

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Rasoul joins Fishwick’s Roanoke law firm as an associate attorney

Del. Sam Rasoul took the bar exam in July and discovered he had passed in October, after quietly working to get his law degree. The post Rasoul joins Fishwick’s Roanoke law firm as an associate attorney appeared first on Cardinal News .

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Groundbreaking for Carilion Daleville held Tuesday

BOTETOURT CO., Va. – The Botetourt County Community is getting more access to health care. This comes as Carillion Clinic and its partners break ground on a new facility in Daleville. The new facility will be on Market Ridge Lane. The project is designed to meet the growing needs...

Daleville, VA · 18d

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Roanoke City Council candidates answer questions at forum

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Greater Williamson Road Area Business Association hosted a forum with four of the seven candidates for Roanoke City Council. A moderator asked each candidate questions on topics such as economic growth, homelessness, and commitment to improving Williamson Road. Independent candidate David Bowers has the most experience in local government, serving […]

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Roanoke youth invited to debate the future

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Young people are getting a chance to help shape the conversation about Roanoke’s future. The Jack and Jill Roanoke Valley Chapter is hosting its annual Great Debate, a youth-led community forum giving teens a voice in the issues that matter to them. Joining 7@four to talk about the event and why youth involvement is so important was teen advisor Kianna Price Marshall.

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Gov. Spanberger announces new Virginia State Conservation Area at Buffalo Mountain in Carroll, Floyd counties

Last week, Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced the creation of a new Virginia State Conservation Area at Buffalo Mountain, located in Floyd and Carroll Counties. The area will " ensure the long-term protection of a popular hiking summit view and nearly 14 miles of native trout streams." “Virginia is home to...

Virginia · 19d

Request for Photographs of Pulaski County Veterans/Members of the Armed Forces

This holiday season the Pulaski County Courthouses Exhibits Committee will again be displaying photographs of Pulaski County veterans and members of the armed forces on Christmas trees located on the 1st floor of the Pulaski County Old Historic Courthouse. Last year, the trees featured over 400 photos of county veterans and members of the armed forces.

Pulaski County, VA · 18d

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News Release: Carilion Clinic Will Significantly Expand Access to Outpatient Healthcare in Daleville (Va.)

The Carilion Clinic will break ground on Tuesday, October 20 for a $35 million, 40,000 square foot addition that will be connected to the 25,000 square foot Carilion Clinic Family Medicine Center in Daleville, Virgina. The 40,000 square foot addition will include a 15,113 square foot emergency department on the...

Daleville, VA · 19d

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Special Olympics Virginia holds 2026 Big Feet Meet Tuesday

ROANOKE, Va. – Hundreds of student-athletes from across the Roanoke Valley gathered at William Fleming High School for the annual “Special Olympics Big Feet Meet”. 10 News Photojournalist Jordan Parham gives us a closer look at what it means for participants.

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Twin County Regional Healthcare responding to increased volume of patients related to community incident Tuesday night

GALAX, Va. – Twin County Regional Healthcare announced on its Facebook page Tuesday evening that it is currently responding to an increased volume of patients related to what it called a “community incident”. The following post can be read in full below:. Twin County Regional Healthcare is...

Galax, VA · 17d

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