Roanoke City Public Schools’ Community Builders Program to be permanently funded and expanded across...
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Governor Spanberger signed a plethora of bills into law ahead of her April 13 deadline. Several are focused on education, in an effort to make Virginia schools safer. One of them focuses on reducing youth violence by expanding the Community Builders Program established in Roanoke City Public Schools.
Fire crews tackle a burning home blaze in Bedford County leaving three pets dead
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Just before 3 p.m. on April 9, volunteers with the Forest Fire Department (FFD) responded to Clair Ct for a residential structure fire. FFD says Deputy Chief Coleman saw smoke showing from the eaves on all four sides upon arrival. Neighbors made it known to the chief that someone was […]
Virginia Tech Softball Readies For Commonwealth Clash Matchup At No. 19 Virginia
The Hokies have won their past three ACC series heading into the Commonwealth Clash in Charlottesville.
Lake & More Weekly Calendar: April 8th – 14th
Placement in Lake & More Weekly Events is free for events taking place in the Smith Mountain Lake community, the surrounding counties of Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania, and the communities of Moneta, Huddleston, Goodview, Hardy, Wirtz, Burnt Chimney, Penhook and Union Hall. Submit a brief paragraph about your event via email to [email protected]. Events will be listed once before the event. The deadline for...
Furry Friends: Santana is searching for his forever home!
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—WFXR News highlights pets ready for adoption in area shelters through our weekly segment, Furry Friends! On Tuesday, April 7, Kathy Bauman and Anita Finkle with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) brought Santana to the WFXR News Studio. Three-year-old Santana is looking for his forever home. This 68-pound boy is energetic, lovable, […]
Historic church transformed into affordable senior housing in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Restoration Housing will celebrate the completion of Trinity Commons, an affordable senior housing project in a historic church building, with a community event Wednesday. The organization invites the public to Trinity Unveiled: A Community Housewarming & Documentary Screening at 305 Mountain Avenue SW in Old Southwest...
Boones Mill business owners claim landlord refused to fix issues with buildings, resulting in...
BOONES MILL, Va. – Business owners in Boones Mill say ongoing maintenance problems at a commercial property forced them to shut their doors, raising concerns about landlord responsibilities and tenant protections. For the past two years, tenants in one storefront have reported issues including malfunctioning heating and cooling systems,...
Georgia man held in death of child in Elliston
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of a one-year-old from Georgia. On Monday evening, April 6, shortly after 4 p.m., Montgomery County Fire/EMS were sent to the Walthall Street area of Elliston for a traumatic injury. After being transported to Roanoke Memorial Hospital, the child...
Man arrested in connection to Roanoke gas station robbery
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A man has been arrested in connection to a gas station robbery in Southeast Roanoke, according to Roanoke Police. Police responded Tuesday, March 24 at approximately 8:26 p.m. to the 400 block of Walnut Ave SE. After reviewing surveillance footage, it was determined the man entered...
🛒 Multiple Customer Service Jobs in Botetourt County, VA
The retail and service scene in Botetourt County is buzzing this month, with several well-known employers hiring for friendly, people-focused roles. Whether you’re after full-time stability or part-time flexibility, there’s something here for you.
