Roanoke VA

The junior mashed her second home run of her career in Saturday's 10-5 game three win over Clemson.

ROANOKE, Va. – Saturday Evening Update:. Going into this evening, we will remain relatively warm; seeing our lows drop into the 50s and 60s. Early tomorrow morning a cold front will pass through the region, giving us widespread showers and a return to seasonable temperatures. Showers will be widespread...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – If you’ve recently passed by the center of our Star City, you may have noticed two landmarks lit up light blue. This is not a coincidence, but a way to represent autism awareness and acceptance. “We wanted a powerful visual to really to recognize and celebrate acceptance,” said Zenith Barrett,...

ROANOKE, Va. – A new Community Resource Center is opening in the Roanoke Valley!. Aetna Better Health of Virginia held the grand opening for its new CRC at the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority’s EnVision Center on Saturday. The center aims to expand access to health, wellness, and...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)– It may be over six months until Halloween, but if you need a horror fix this weekend, the Paranormal Cirque has you covered. The tent is up, and the performers there are ready to give you the fright of your life. “Expect the unexpected at Paranormal...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The City of Roanoke is encouraging all of us to participate in free financial empowerment events during Roanoke Valley Saves Week and take steps toward stronger financial health.. Roanoke Valley Saves Week kicks off with a community cookout and resource fair at Saturday, April 4 at...

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Two people were hospitalized following a crash in Bedford County early Sunday morning, according to firefighters. According to the Forest Fire Department, crews were dispatched to E Lynchburg Salem Turnpike near the Dollar General shortly before 3:00 a.m. for a report of a motor vehicle...

ROANOKE, Va. – 58 years after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., the Roanoke chapter of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference gathered Saturday to remember his legacy — and recommit to the work he left behind. The SCLC Roanoke Chapter held a memorial service, bringing together community...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Darius Rucker with Austin Williams is set to perform at Elmwood Park on June 20 at 7 p.m. Rucker first gained momentum in the music industry as lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the Grammy Award-winning group Hootie & the Blowfish, who have sold over 25 million albums internationally. Since...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – On Friday, April 3 at around 9:25 p.m., officers responded to the 2700 block of Massachusetts Avenue NW to a reported shooting They located a man with serious gunshot wound injuries on the street upon arrival. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The community should expect...