Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - New research examines how environmental and social factors affect cognitive health. Researchers say they are learning more about outside factors that biologically age the brain. A study in Ireland found air pollution, access to healthcare, and socioeconomic status all play a role in brain health. The stress caused by issues like poverty and inequality can age the brain faster, raising the...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- Officials with Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport (ROA) confirmed that Allegiant flights to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) will be paused after April 27. It appears performance wasn’t as strong as the airline wanted. The move will help Allegiant maximize usage of its aircraft. The non-stop flights from ROA to SRQ began in February 2025, […]

FRANKLIN CO., Va. – Proposed changes to Franklin County zoning laws are drawing concern from residents who say the updates could significantly affect property use and rural lifestyles. County leaders are in the process of rewriting zoning codes for the first time in nearly 40 years. The proposal includes...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is letting residents across our hometowns know that hummingbird migration is underway. According to the wildlife center, hummingbirds will migrate here as far as from the Gulf of Mexico. Of the 350 different species of hummingbirds, this country calls 15 breeding species home. The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common, the best way to catch a glimpse...

ROANOKE, Va. – Crumbl Cookie is looking to expand its footprint in Southwest Virginia as the owner of the Blacksburg and Lynchburg stores is now focusing on the Roanoke area. The new location will be at the Old Country Plaza near Mill Mountain Coffee and Buffalo Wild Wings off...

More than 80 local volunteers were on-hand March 28 at Bethlehem United Methodist Church (BUMC) to assemble 10,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger, an international hunger relief organization. Rise Against Hunger combats hunger by coordinating volunteer-based meal packaging, distributing food and emergency aid, and empowering communities through sustainable agricultural development.

James Franklin has been gone from Penn State since he was fired in October, but he continues to live rent free in their heads almost six months later.

ROANOKE CO., Va. – Roanoke County officials announced Monday that the 25th Annual Blue Ridge Kite Festival will be held on Saturday, April 18, at Roanoke County’s Green Hill Park. Officials say the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and those who attend can...

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Franklin County’s retail scene is buzzing this month, with several well-known employers hiring for customer-facing roles. Whether you’re looking for full-time stability or part-time flexibility, there’s something here for you.