New Day for Blue Ridge Country
Blue Ridge Country, in its 38th year of continuous bimonthly publication, is now a property of VistaMedia, which has been in the publishing business since 1985. “We are excited and privileged to welcome BRC to our family of periodical titles,” says Randy Thompson, founder, CEO and publisher for VistaMedia. “We have...
Warmth lingers with showers later this week
A mild evening and warm overnight is in store for our hometowns. Temperatures will only slowly fall through the 50s into the mid to upper 40s overnight. A center of high pressure will park itself just off the east coast of the United State this week, allowing temperatures to warm 10-15 degrees above average for a...
Bedford County RiverStreet broadband sign-up event set for Tuesday at the Glenwood Center
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Hey, Bedford County residents! If you live within RiverStreet Networks’ broadband coverage area, there will be a sign-up event Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Glenwood Center, 10211 Leesville Road, Lynch Station. RiverStreet was one of three companies Bedford County partnered...
Tuesdays of Honor: Earle S. Libby
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Today’s Tuesdays of Honor was sent to us by Nikki Garey. She is taking the time to highlight the sacrifices of Earle S. Libby. He retired from the United States Navy as a Commander, is a purple heart recipient, and served in the Vietnam War.
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 1/7 to 1/14.
See what you can get into during the first part of 2026 in our weekly calendar. We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. From live music to theatre, lectures to drag shows, we’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes...
Roanoke’s ‘The Gift Niche’ closes after 43 memorable years downtown
ROANOKE Va. (WFXR) – A staple of Downtown Roanoke for 43 years has announced they’re preparing to close and move in another direction. Owners of “The Gift Niche” are closing the doors of their physical store on Market Square. This staple featured the latest in home decor items, local souvenirs and captured the...
UConn Transfer CB Cam Chadwick Commits To Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech lands UConn CB Cam Chadwick. Read more below.
Spring-like day today, cold air returns next week
ROANOKE, Va. – As you are headed out the door this morning, you may only need a light jacket! Temperatures are very mild. We will quickly warm up into the 60s by noon and reach a high of 63 degrees. We are in good company with our above-average temperatures!...
Virginia bill could expand affordable housing in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- Virginia Delegate Sam Rasoul introduced legislation that aims to expand affordable housing in the City of Roanoke. According to Rasoul, HB181 would give Roanoke the ability “to create and maintain an Affordable Housing Dwelling Unit program” The bill would add Roanoke to a list of localities that...
New mayor talks plans for Blacksburg as he begins new term
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Leadership changes are still yet to come for the Town of Blacksburg while two seats are vacant on the town council. Those changes were talked about during a town work session Tuesday, but another change was announced; Michael Sutphin was introduced as the mayor of Blacksburg.
