Hundreds protest ICE in Roanoke; local woman shares family’s struggle
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Hundreds of people gathered in Downtown Roanoke Sunday to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement, joining demonstrations across the country in response to a recent shooting by ICE agents. The nationwide protests were sparked after 37-year-old Renee Good was shot and killed by an ICE officer...
Buchanan Library renovation plans offer two options, county seeks public input
BUCHANAN, Va. (WDBJ) - The historic Buchanan Library will be getting a major transformation, and county officials want the community’s input before any decisions are made. Renovation plans include two very different options for the future of the downtown landmark. The library, built in the 1920s and repurposed over...
7@four discusses one-word text responses
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Have you ever sent a question through text and gotten a one-word response?. 7@four talks about whether this could be seen as rude or not a big deal. We also shared some of your responses to this topic.
Introducing Joseph Bray, New VPAA and Fine Arts Choral Teacher
We’re thrilled to introduce one of the newest faces joining the Salem High School family: Mr. Joseph Bray, who has stepped into the role of choral teacher in both the VPAA and Fine Arts Department. A graduate of the VPAA instrumental strand, Bray is excited to return to Salem with a broader enthusiasm for the arts....
Penn State Transfer IOL Michael Troutman Commits To Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech continues to emphasize rebuilding its offensive line through the transfer portal, adding Penn State interior offensive lineman Michael Trautman as
‘Dreaming of Three’ honors Culpeper family at Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo
SALEM, Va. (WFXR) — On Saturday evening, the Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo crowned a ‘King of Cowboys,’ in 11-year-old Gabriel Reck before the competition ever started. The recognition was part of a VIP weekend for Reck and his family, courtesy of ‘Dreaming of Three,’ a program similar to the Make-a-Wish...
Blacksburg, VA Wind Gusts 30–45 MPH Sunday, Peak 10 AM–7 PM
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Blacksburg, Virginia – Strong northwest winds are expected to impact the Blacksburg area and much of southwest Virginia on Sunday, with gusts ranging from 30 to 45 mph and isolated gusts up to 55 mph along...
Montgomery County changes 36 Ride On bus routes
LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Thirty-six Ride On bus routes have been changed, according to the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT). The planned route changes begin this Sunday, January 11. This adjustment aims to enhance efficiency and improve on-time performance. See the new schedule:. MCDOT’s...
Huddleston farm store closed after fire destroys hay barn
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A local farm store is closed until further notice after a fire destroyed their hay barn on Saturday. According to the Huddleston Volunteer Fire Department, crews responded to a report of a structure fire around 7:07 p.m. When first responders arrived, they reported finding...
Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo continues, special guest to attend
SALEM, Va. – Dust off your boots and hold onto your hats - the Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo is back in the saddle and charging through the weekend!. Rodeo spokesman Kevin DeBusk stopped by the studio Saturday to give us a look at the action. But it’s not just...

















