Babysitter Who Starved Toddler, Kicked and Mocked Her, and Called Her Vulgar Names Learns...
A Virginia woman will serve 12 months in jail following a harrowing investigation into the systemic abuse and neglect of a toddler left in her care. Carly Rae Webb, 21, was sentenced Friday, March 13, in Bedford County Circuit Court. Despite a prior conviction on 17 counts related to the mistreatment of a child...
Women and girls equity group to host writing workshop to help fund scholarships
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The American Association of University Women Roanoke Valley Branch is a group that has been advocating for more than 100 years. They fight for equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Here @ Home welcomed Dana Bailey, AAUW Roanoke Valley Branch member...
SML Songwriters Festival announces dates, slate of musical artists for 2026
The three-day festival will be held June 12th - 14th at locations around the lake. Musical artists and locations where each will perform during the 2026 SML Songwriters Festival has been announced. In 2026, the festival will feature multi-platinum artist Brady Seals, who is formerly of the bands Little Texas and Hot...
Dogs seized in Roanoke animal neglect case now being prepared for adoption
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Dogs rescued in a February animal neglect investigation in Roanoke are beginning the next phase toward permanent homes. Authorities previously seized 18 dogs in February from the 3500 block of Birchwood Street NE as part of an animal neglect investigation. Angels of Assisi, the rescue...
NRV Schools Rank Best Public School Districts in VA
New River Valley, VA – Niche.com recently ranked Montgomery County and the City of Radford’s Public Schools in the top 20 of Virginia for 2026. Niche is known as a leading platform that connects students and families with schools, colleges, and neighborhoods through in-depth reviews and rankings. The...
Bedford County Hosts Grand Opening Ceremony for Animal Shelter Expansion
(Bedford, VA)—Bedford County invites members of the media and key stakeholders to attend a grand opening ceremony on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 10 a.m.**, to celebrate the newly completed expansion of the Bedford County Animal Shelter. Over the past year, the Bedford County Animal Shelter has doubled in...
Law enforcement searching for man after abandoned puppies found at Roanoke church
ROANOKE, Va. – Law enforcement is searching for a suspect after four abandoned puppies were found outside a church in Northeast Roanoke, Roanoke Police Department said. RPD said they responded to the 2400 block of Hollins Road NE after a cardboard box containing four puppies was found on March 8. Upon arrival,...
James Franklin’s QB Plans in Jeopardy as Matt Campbell Set to Poach Virginia Tech’s...
Former Michigan commit Peter Bourque is now in the market for a new home. Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin has been targeting the elite prospect, now that the playing field has been leveled after his decommitment. However, new Penn State head coach Matt Campbell won’t let him get the win so easily. “I like the...
Airport staff rescue grounded red-tailed hawk, wildlife center treating for injuries
ROANOKE, Va. – A red-tailed hawk that frequents Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport was rescued after airport staff found it unable to gain lift and fly away. Airport managers captured the hawk and transported it to the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center for treatment. The bird’s mate reportedly waits at the airport,...
Botetourt County Board of Supervisors Chair addresses Google concerns
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Google plans to build a large data center in Botetourt County, and local leaders say the project could significantly change the county’s financial future. Board of Supervisors Chair Dr. Mac Scothorn sat down for an exclusive interview with WDBJ7 to discuss the deal, including...

















