New rare earth processing lab opens in Blacksburg
China currently owns and processes most of the world’s rare earth minerals. Ongoing tariff disputes are adding heat to an already hot race to catch up. The U.S. is making some progress, thanks to a new facility in Blacksburg. Inside a small building at Virginia Tech’s Corporate Research Center,...
Roanoke man charged after abandoning box of eight puppies outside church
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — A Roanoke man was identified as the suspect who was caught on camera abandoning four puppies at a church in the city in early March and has now been charged. Members of the Roanoke Police Department's Animal Warden Unit identified 54-year-old Andrew Lawrence Schultz, who...
Homegrown viral sensation KELO SOUL performs live for 7@four
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - KELO SOUL, or Marckel Bonds, went viral in February for a freestyle with Grammy-winning rapper J. Cole. KELO SOUL is originally from Bedford, Virginia and now resides in Richmond. KELO will be performing in Roanoke at Kirk & Soul, March 21. KELO’s new EP titled “EVERYTHING...
Agripalooza: Where Innovation Meets Tradition Takes Place March 24
The Virginia Small Business Development Center, Greater Roanoke & NRV, in partnership with Ferrum College and Franklin County, will host Agripalooza on National Agriculture Day, March 24. Agripalooza will bring together established business owners, legacy farmers, and aspiring agripreneurs to gain new knowledge,...
Big Ol’Fish: March 20, 2026
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR’s George Noloff enjoys everything outdoors. So, when he sees other people having a blast on the water, he wants them to share their photos of Big Ol’Fish! If you have a photo or video of your Big Ol’ Fish, share them with George and he’ll put them on the air Friday […]
SML Chamber holds ribbon-cutting for new medical and wellness practice
The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 13 for Eastlake Primary Care, PC, a primary care medical and wellness practice located in Moneta. Dozens of family members, friends and area business leaders attended the event to officially welcome Eastlake Primary Care...
Roanoke City Entertainment District Focus Group meets to discuss Berglund Center’s future
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — The Roanoke City Entertainment District Focus Group met for its third of five monthly sessions to discuss the future of the Berglund Center. The group is led by Roanoke City Councilman Phazhon Nash; it was formed after the city’s announcement that it was considering an entertainment district,...
Rescued bobcat finds new home at zoo, two others set to be released this...
Roanoke – Three bobcat kittens rescued by the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in 2025 are healthy and doing well. They’ve grown quite a bit since last summer. They have large claws, teeth and quite the appetite. As 10 News has reported, one kitten rescued from Wythe County was...
Jamie Garst named next principal of Salem High School
The Salem School Division has announced that Jamie Garst will become the new principal of Salem High School, effective July 1, 2026. The Salem School Board approved his appointment at its recent meeting.
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office names new Sheriff
MONTGOMERY CO., Va. – The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that it had named a new Sheriff to lead the department effective April 1. The move comes shortly after Sheriff Hank Partin announced his retirement earlier this month. Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office released the following statement:
