William Fleming Colonels clinch Blue Ridge District with 26-7 over Franklin Co.
Big rumble in Star City as Franklin County played at William Fleming. Entering the night, the William Fleming Colonels held the No. 3 seed in 5C, while Franklin County Eagles were just behind with the No. 8 and final seed by less than a point. It was senior night on...
Arctic blast brings a taste of winter!
After what was a warm and overall gorgeous day today, temperatures tonight will remain fairly mild. This will be due to an increased level of cloud cover across the region. Temperatures will once again be warm tomorrow, with highs across the region into the 60s and low 70s. However, a few showers can’t be ruled out,...
Virginia’s Veterans Parade brings hundreds to Downtown Roanoke to salute veterans
ROANOKE, Va. – Hundreds of people lined the streets of Downtown Roanoke to salute the men and women who have served the United States in Virginia’s Veterans Parade. “You know if you don’t get goosebumps at the Veteran’s Day parade, something’s wrong with you, something’s just wrong with you,” Paul Richardson, a...
Local Angler Discovers Hidden Cages Before Major Competition
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE – The discovery of three illegal fish-holding devices in the past month has exposed a dark side of competitive bass fishing that threatens the integrity of the sport. The most recent find came just days before a high-profile tournament with a significant cash payout, raising serious questions...
Police searching for missing teen in Virginia
VIRGINIA — The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 17-year-old Tyler Jonathan Montgomery. Montgomery is described as a white male, 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing about 195 pounds. He has blue eyes and brown hair. He was last seen wearing a ball cap, a maroon shirt, jeans,...
Veterans Day deals & events on Nov. 11, 2025
Veterans Day is almost here, and there are plenty of local events and deals for those who have served our country happening on Tuesday, Nov. 11!. Golden Corral - 4 p.m. to close, Any person who has served in the U.S. Military (retirees, veterans, active duty, National Guard or Reserves) receives a free “thank you”...
Bedford County officials give New London trail updates
BEDFORD CO., Va. – Bedford County officials gave an update and said that land clearing work is almost completed in the New London Business and Technology Center. The land clearing project is progressing ahead of schedule, according to officials and completion is now expected by the end of November. With the...
Virginia wildfires uncontained, firefighting efforts ramp up
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – Two wildfires continue to burn in the Jefferson National Forest near Oriskany, with the Bald Mountain fire covering approximately 2,000 acres along the Botetourt-Craig County line, according to Botetourt County officials. Several forest service roads are now closed for firefighter and public...
From Hardee’s to Bento Boxes: Edo Ya Lights Up Prices Fork with Late‑Night Ramen
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Blacksburg, Va. — Quietly opening in August 2025, Edo Ya has taken over 904 Prices Fork Road, the former Hardee’s, and it’s already drawing lines for late‑night bento and ramen. On a corridor heavily traveled by Virginia Tech students, the fast‑casual...
Paint Between Sips: Canvas & Coffee Art Café opens on Grandin Road with drop‑in...
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Roanoke’s latest mash‑up of coffeehouse and studio has landed on Grandin Road. At 1731 Grandin Rd SW, Suite 101, Canvas & Coffee Art Café invites guests to grab a latte, pick up a brush, and make art on the spot. The drop‑in studio runs 8 a.m.–2 p.m....
