8-23-2025 Saturday Evening Weather Update
VSP Opens Investigation After Remains Found At High Bridge Trail State.
Clear the Shelters | All Purpose Flower, the fun-loving senior dog who’s young at...
Meet All Purpose Flower, a 10-year-old spayed female Treeing Walker Coonhound who’s ready to bring joy and a little bit of goofiness into your life!. This senior sweetheart’s personality shines as bright as her name. She’s a friendly gal who makes friends with other dogs like it’s her full-time job — proving age is...
As Lyme disease cases skyrocket in NRV, VT researchers begin study into the region’s...
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Virginia Tech researchers are investigating Lyme disease awareness in the New River Valley as cases continue to rise across the region. The Commonwealth ranks tenth nationally in Lyme disease cases, surpassing 1,700 cases for the first time in 2023. “We’ve seen Lyme disease spreading southward. The...
“This has been home”: Chris’s Coffee & Custard prepares for move to new location
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — After four years serving up coffee, custard, and hugs in Southeast Roanoke City, Chris’s Coffee and Custard is getting ready for a move. Employees hosted a celebration on Saturday, August 23, to reflect on their time spent at Riverdale Industrial Park, ahead of the final day of business there on...
Roanoke County House Fire Causes Significant $400,000 Damage
Roanoke County Home Fire Leaves Residents Devastated, $400K in Losses When I first read about the Roanoke County house fire, […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Clear the Shelters | Petite Layla is a sweet but shy cat ready to...
Layla arrived at the Salem Animal Shelter as a stray on Feb. 17, 2024, and she’s been the longest resident ever since. Her backstory is a bit of a mystery, but one thing’s for sure—she’s got a heart full of love waiting to be discovered. This...
Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts First Fall Job Fair Since 2019
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Job seekers across the region will have a chance to connect face-to-face with dozens of employers on Friday at the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Job Fair. More than 30 companies, ranging from healthcare to construction, will be on site, with some prepared to hire on the spot.
7@four previews Dog Days of Summer
VINTON, Va. (WDBJ) - Lancerlot Sports Complex is hosting the 6th annual Dog Days of Summer. There will be activities for dogs, including swimming and getting on the ice rink. Adoptable dogs will also be there, along with three adoption agencies. Events and Marketing for Lancerlot Jes Curtin, and Modern...
North Carolina-Virginia Mountains: Rainfall Up to Half an Inch Expected Sunday with Storm Threat
Blacksburg, Va. – A cold front sliding into Virginia late Sunday is expected to unleash another round of showers and thunderstorms, raising the risk of localized flooding west of the Blue Ridge. According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, the greatest likelihood of rain will be concentrated in...
Stolen U-Haul Pursuit Leads to Arrests in Martinsville
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (BTW21) — Two Roanoke residents were arrested Wednesday after a police pursuit involving a stolen U-Haul truck ended in Henry County, according to the Martinsville Police Department. Police said officers attempted to stop the U-Haul on Liberty Street after Flock safety cameras alerted them that the...