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The 2026 coaches' preseason poll was released on Tuesday, and it shouldn't come as a surprise that the ACC was hit with some disrespect.

Nominations are open for awards to recognize outstanding contributions to the Smith Mountain Lake community. Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) is seeking nominations for the Melvin S. Johnston Citizen Volunteer Award and the SMLA Spirit of the Lake Award. Nominations can be made via an online form available at the

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—WFXR News highlights pets ready for adoption in area shelters through our weekly segment, Furry Friends! On Tuesday, August 4, Kathy Bauman and Anita Finkle with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) brought Daisey to the WFXR News Studio. Daisey is a 7-year-old German shepherd

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Police are investigating a robbery in Roanoke County and are seeking help from the community to identify the alleged suspect. The robbery occurred around 10 p.m. on July 31 at a business in the 3500 block of Brambleton Avenue, according to the Roanoke County Police Department.

Every couple needs a break sometimes. A chance to step away from the daily routine and just be together without the noise of the world intruding. Virginia has plenty of hideaways that are perfect for that kind of escape. This list has nine cozy Virginia hideaways made for couples who need to get away.

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A major revitalization project in Roanoke’s Norwich neighborhood is taking a massive leap forward. It’s been a year since city leaders announced plans to transform the former Walker Foundry site. The historical landmark has been vacant for years and now, heavy machinery is on the ground, carving o

ROANOKE, Va. – A Roanoke driver is out hundreds of dollars after hitting a massive pothole that she says left her car undrivable — and now she wants to know who’s going to pay for it. Brooke Smith was driving near the Clearbrook Walmart when her car...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A man was indicted Monday, August 3, 2026, following an investigation into an assault and fire that occurred on Wise Ave. SE in July, according to the Roanoke Police Department. RPD says a Roanoke Grand Jury indicted William Preston Joyce on a charge of first-degree murder;...

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. — Bedford County has selected an experienced emergency management professional with deep ties to Virginia's public safety community as its next Emergency Management Coordinator. County Administrator Robert Hiss announced that Cole Taggart will assume the position on Aug. 17. Taggart comes to Bedford