Montgomery County School District facing $3.5 million shortfall
MONTGOMERY CO., Va. – The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to help the Montgomery County School Board get the funds they need Tuesday evening. The school system has exceeded its 2026 budget by nearly $3.5 million. School officials say they were embarrassed and took full responsibility. Schoo
Vinton Roofing replaces veteran’s roof for free
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - After serving his country for years, Navy veteran Ronald Parsons is getting support from his community in a major way: a new roof, replaced at no cost. Parsons has lived in his Vinton home for nearly 50 years. He said the help feels overwhelming. “There’s no words for it… it’s a miracle,” Parsons s
Man arrested in relation to May shooting in Bedford, police say
BEDFORD, Va. (WSET) — A man has been arrested in relation to a May shooting in the Town of Bedford. According to the Bedford Police Department, 35-year-old Damonyea Quintez Mallory, of Lynchburg, now faces the following charges:. 18.2-51.2 Aggravated malicious wounding. 18.2-22 Conspiracy to commit a felony. 18.2-53.1
Salem Fair preparations underway at the Salem Civic Center
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - One more sleep and then America’s Largest Free Gate Fair opens for business at the Salem Civic Center; the Salem Fair. In 2025, the fair was a success, but the city did note hot temperatures, and stormy weather did put a damper on things. The heat is back again, just in time for all the fun. WDBJ7 s
Deputies in search of missing 35-year-old last reported seen in Bedford County
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office says it’s in search of a missing 35-year-old woman last reported seen in Bedford County. Deputies say Kathryn “Kat” Hudson was last reported seen walking on Old Country Rd. on Monday, June 29, 2026. She’s 5′4″,...
Virginia’s Styrofoam ban takes effect, Roanoke businesses face rising costs
ROANOKE, Va. – A new Virginia law banning foam containers took effect July 1, and businesses across the state are already feeling the financial impact. The expanded ban prohibits businesses from using expanded polystyrene containers, better known as Styrofoam, for takeout and leftovers. The law is aimed at reducing lit
Bedford Urban Gardens receives Two Cents a Meal grant
Bedford Urban Garden (BUG) is pleased to announce the receipt of the $750 “Two Cents a Meal” grant, awarded by Presbytery of the Peaks, in support of BUG’s Giving Bed Program which plants, maintains and harvests healthy/organic produce from 11 “Giving Beds”, all for donation to the underserved in the Bedford community.
Furry Friends: Copilot is ready for takeoff, departing to a loving home!
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—WFXR News highlights pets ready for adoption in area shelters through our weekly segment, Furry Friends! On Tuesday, June 30, Kathy Bauman and Anita Finkle with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) brought Copilot to the WFXR News Studio. Copilot is a 1-year-old shepherd husky
New Virginia funding aims to expand cancer screenings for career firefighters
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A new state investment is expected to help more Virginia firefighters access cancer screenings, as fire service leaders continue raising awareness about the increased cancer risks associated with the job. The Virginia General Assembly has approved Governor Abigail Spanberger’s budget amendment cre
Hometown Health: Many young adults are skipping annual physical exams, doctors say
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Experts say seeing a doctor at least once a year can help detect and prevent long-term health problems, but physicians are seeing a troubling trend among young adults who are skipping that care. Dr. Zachary Bittinger with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center said many...

















