Roanoke VA

Following unexpected flooding in Moore Hall early last week, students were relocated to Chapman Hall for the time being. The evacuation began suddenly, leaving students to act as quickly as possible to try and save and salvage their belongings. Despite the chaos, many students said they were grateful for the support...

The Town of Rocky Mount will hold its annual leaf pickup from November 10, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Residents should place leaves at the edge of their property, near the street or sidewalk. Do not block sidewalks, streets, or storm drains.

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – General Jason Miyares, Lieutenant Governor candidate John Reid, and Gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earl-Sears appeared together in Roanoke on Monday, calling on Virginians to show up at the polls and “keep the momentum going” for the Commonwealth. (Image: WFXR) Governor Youngkin energized the...

Students arrived at class this fall with bicycles — and helmets — after community‑led “bike buses” began through neighborhoods to bring children to Roanoke City’s Crystal Spring Elementary School and Morningside Elementary School, organizers said. The rides were a partnership of PedalSafe ROA, Roanoke...

SALEM, Va (WSET) — As we near Veterans Day, ABC 13 learned two surviving D-Day veterans are now living as neighbors together in Central Virginia. Activities Director at Brookdale Senior Living Facility Julie Phillips gets to witness living history when she goes to work. She's now helping care for...

When she opened her Salem yarn shop, The Knittin’ Coop, owner Robin Ferguson wanted to create a place that feels like home to her customers. It’s not a stretch for this longtime knitter, who worked in the city’s sole yarn shop 40 years ago. “My Granny taught me at a young age the love of handwork, and by sharing the...

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke County Public Schools is entering a new era next school year. Current superintendent, Dr. Ken Nicely, retires after 33 years with the district. They’ve named the current deputy superintendent, Dr. James (Jamie) Soltis, as Dr. Nicely’s successor. Dr. Soltis has spent years with the...

ROANOKE, Va. – Forty years ago, on November 4, 1985, a flood devastated the Roanoke Valley. The remnants of Hurricane Juan dumped more than six inches of rain in just 24 hours, causing the Roanoke River to rise nearly 20 feet and crest at a record 23.35 feet. Ten people lost their lives in the Flood of 1985, and...

A disturbance passing to our south and east will churn some showers into some hometowns early this morning. We’ll follow that up with increasing sunshine with highs in the 60s for most. Nice This Week. After the storm system moves offshore, we’ll see high pressure build back in for...

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around roanoke.