Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - It’s been difficult for young people to buy houses over the last several years due to persistently high home prices. The National Association of Realtors says the median age of a first-time home buyer is now 40. In Roanoke, prices are up slightly from last...

The smell of delicious Thanksgiving dishes will be in the air soon. Whether you’re excited to whip up a meal or enjoy traditions with loved ones, we hope you have a wonderful holiday!. [RELATED: Which U.S. retailers are closed on Thanksgiving Day?]. Not in the mood to cook or...

ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — An illegal immigrant from Honduras with multiple prior convictions was sentenced in a Roanoke courtroom on Monday, according to the Department of Justice. According to the DOJ, 43-year-old Nelson Deras-Pineda was sentenced to eight months in prison for "illegal reentry by a previously removed...

SALEM, VA. (WFXR) – The Roanoke College holiday spending poll shows Virginians are re-prioritizing their holiday spending this year. While people plan to spend more on gifts, they’re cutting back on personal items and experiences. (Image: Roanoke College) “We think the planned drop in overall holiday spending is...

Every Wednesday, about 60 families with pets line up through an alley to pick up food at Homeward Trails. On a busy morning, the shelves of the pet pantry tell a concerning story. Where bags of pet food once lined the walls, empty spaces now serve as a reminder of growing need in the community.

Galen College of Nursing alumni in Roanoke are spreading holiday cheer by helping fill Thanksgiving baskets for students in need. According to the nursing school, Kayla Myers and Deonte Dance, both members of Roanoke’s second graduating cohort in December 2024, dedicated their time and money to help fill 25...

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around roanoke..

With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, Aztec Rental in Salem is stepping up to make sure those in need have access to a warm meal. On Thursday, from 12 to 3 p.m., community members are encouraged to stop by Aztec Rental at 2069 Apperson Drive for a meal and an opportunity to connect with others. There...

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors denied the expansion of a dump site to almost five-times its current size. The site, near Village Lane and U.S. Route 460, currently holds an eight-acre fill site that owner Black Diamond was looking to increase to 43 acres. They also wanted...

A professional chef with 11 years of experience has taken to social media to explore the possibility of starting a private chef or food prep service in Roanoke. The chef, who has a classical training background, is seeking a less physically demanding role due to health reasons. The proposed service would involve the...