Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - November 10, 1775:. The U.S. Marine Corps was born. It was created with a resolution by the second Continental Congress. Following the Revolutionary War, it was again re-established July 11, 1798. Up until 1921, the Corps’ birthday was celebrated July 11 every year - but the...

Clinic owner aims to meet growing demand for accessible family medicine near Smith Mountain Lake. Construction is underway on a new primary care medical practice located in the Food Lion shopping center in Moneta. It's scheduled to open January 5, 2026. Eastlake Primary Care is owned and operated by founder...

SALEM, Va. – More than 500 flags have gone up at the American Legion Post 3 in Salem since last Friday ahead of Veterans Day Tuesday. Volunteers were able to put up 200 flags during last year’s effort, but this year, they were able to get 512 sponsored flags up. The flags will be out through this Saturday,...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - It’s not everyday someone gets to celebrate their 100th birthday. But at Woodland Hills Independent Living there were two people celebrating the century mark!. Both Martha Allison and Edward Fox have never had a birthday party before. On Friday, their friends changed that as they...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Golden Corral is offering veterans and active military free entry into their buffet for Veterans Day. This is only available from 4 p.m. until close. This is at all of their locations. General Manager Michael Burton shares with 7@four why they do this every year.

Do you think majorities in small towns and rural communities keep voting against their own interests? Are you mystified why some believe the things they do? If so, you should read Beth Macy’s new book. You might think you already know the reason: That people in those places rely...

If you’ve been meaning to clean out closets or make room for new holiday gifts, there’s a new way to make it happen. The cat’s out of the bag — LFA Kids Express Online Sale is coming December 10–12, offering families an easy way to clear the clutter and earn a little extra spending money before the holidays.

James Madison coach Bob Chesney didn't exactly close the door on a potential move this coaching cycle, including to Virginia Tech.

SALEM, Va. (WFXR)- Salem’s Field of Honor is on full display in celebration of the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces. The display, located at the American Legion Field, on Apperson Drive, in Salem, continues through November 15. It is hosted by the Salem Rotary Club, with proceeds benefiting...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- AARP Virginia is hosting a special event to give area caregivers a chance to relax and rejuvenate while learning about new technologies that could held lighten the load. The Roanoke ‘Power of Purpose’ Caregiver’s Retreat will take place on Thursday, November 13, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at...