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BREAKING: Three killed, three injured in I-81 tractor-trailer crash in Roanoke

ROANOKE Va. (WFXR) – Virginia State Police (VSP) is investigating a two-vehicle crash, which resulted in three fatalities on December 22. VSP says the crash happened at 11:08 p.m. on I-81 N in Roanoke County. A tractor-trailer was heading north when the vehicle ran off the right side of the road, hitting a minivan...
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Winter Tenkara: A Beginner’s Guide to Success and Safety

My goal in this article is to present a guide for winter tenkara fly fishing that will help newer anglers enjoy one of my favorite times of the year to fly fish. Perhaps, I can also entice some grizzled veterans to venture out of their warm homes instead of hunkering down at the tying bench.
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Add WDBJ7+ to your viewing options

(WDBJ) - You can watch WDBJ7, Your Hometown Station and First Alert Hometown Weather, any time!. If you have a smart TV or a streaming device like Roku. Fire TV or Apple TV, you can watch us any time with our WDBJ7+ app. Here’s how to download WDBJ7+. First,...
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Gray Media Sales Intern/Winter/Spring 2026

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Warming up for the holidays! Take a look at this week’s weather

ROANOKE, Va. – Mostly clear and sunny skies stick around for the day as temperatures warm into the upper 40s. If you have some last-minute shopping to complete, the weather won’t get in the way!. Forecast high temperatures return to near normal Monday afternoon. Partly cloudy conditions slowly...
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Vinton History Museum seeking used and unused Christmas cards for upcoming project

The Vinton History Museum is asking for Christmas cards, used or unused, for an upcoming project. The museum said the cards will be recycled, and if you prefer not to share the personalized message, you can simply cut off that portion. They mainly need the artwork. As a reminder, the...
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Former Roanoke County sheriff passes away

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- Former Roanoke County sheriff Michael F. Kavanaugh has passed away. The Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office made the announcement on its Facebook page. Kavanaugh was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served at the county’s 26th sheriff, from 1988-1991 No other details are known at this time.
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Local artisan market shines alongside Illuminights at Explore Park

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – With Christmas just days away, visitors are flocking to Explore Park to experience the magic of Illuminights. However, beyond the dazzling light displays, a vibrant marketplace awaits holiday shoppers. While Illuminights may be known for its world-class light experience, the event’s artisan...
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Cam Thepsimuong’s celebration of life

VINTON, VA. (WFXR) – It was a celebration of life for Cam Thepsimuong, a young man who made an impact far beyond his years. “But everyone in this room can attest that that’s Cam, a thousand people in the room and somehow everyone feels like that’s my best friend,” said W.T. Thompson, Cam’s youth pastor. […]
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Down 220 at 9:59 p.m.

Let will of wind take its course acting as antibody. Gillian Lionberger is a multi-genre writer studying at Hollins University in its MFA program. Her work explores the human condition through fantastical and critter narratives. Her work can be found at GossamerWight, Liquid Lace, Overgrowth Press and Silly Goose...

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