Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke Fire and EMS Department responded to a house fire in the 2200 block of Russell Avenue SW that displaced four residents and their family pet. On Saturday, August 30, around 6:51 a.m., crews responded to the address and found heavy smoke coming from the front of the home. (Photo Credit: […]

The Game: Averett University (1-0-0) vs. Salem College (0-1-0) Time: Monday, Sept. 1 at 5 p.m. (Danville, Va.) The Series: The Cougars and Spirits have squared off 12 times before, with Averett holding an 8-4-0 advantage. The Cougars' winning record includes a 5-0 home record and a current two-game win streak, the...

Volunteers marked Labor Day by creating a poignant tribute to fallen 9/11 first responders at Beaver Dam Farm in Buchanan, planting 406 American flags and attaching 406 tags adorned with names and photos of those who made the ultimate sacrifice among the sunflowers at the farm. The display, organized by...

Blacksburg, Va. – Virginia skies could put on a rare light show tonight as the Northern Lights may become visible into Tuesday morning. Residents across Montgomery County are urged to step outside after sunset, as clear skies could allow the aurora to ripple across the horizon. Drivers on I-81 should prepare for...

SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - At Mountain Movers Creative Arts in Salem, a special group of children is taking the stage. Through Darby’s Dancers, they’re discovering new ways to build confidence, make friends, and experience the joy of dance. Darby’s Dancers is a national nonprofit that gives children with...

Join Macaroni KID Roanoke for our 6th Annual Downtown Candy Crawl. The Macaroni KID Roanoke Downtown Candy Crawl has become a sought after tradition. More than 500 families joined us in 2024, we hope to see you this year at our 6th Annual Downtown Candy Crawl!. Participating downtown Roanoke businesses...

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- Foodies looking for a scenic place to eat lunch on Thursday, September 4, are invited to Walrond Park, as Food Truck Thursdays return to Roanoke County. There are four vendors scheduled to serve up lunch. The next stop will be held on September 18, at the Roanoke County Administration...

ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Roanoke police say they are investigating a false report of a shooting at the Valley View Mall on Monday. According to the Roanoke Police Department, a large police presence responded to the 4700 block of Valley View Blvd NW for reports of a shooting at 6:34 p.m.

Latona’s first wrestling memory is being pulled out of the hallway in high school by coach Joe Sicola. Wrestling at 98-pounds as a freshman, he fell in love with the sport and appreciated the lessons that came with it. His passion for the sport stayed with him through adulthood...

Roanoke, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Education has released the 2024-2025 Standards of Learning (SOL) assessment data, showing promising academic gains across Roanoke County Public Schools. The district recorded significant improvements, particularly in math and science, earning higher state rankings in...