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Manslaughter charge upgraded against driver accused of killing man in DUI crash

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A Roanoke man has been indicted on charges of aggravated DUI manslaughter, plus operating a motor vehicle on a revoked operator’s license as a result of previous DUI convictions, after a crash that killed the other driver. Kenneth Lynn Campbell, 43, was indicted by a...
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28-year-old passenger dies in Bedford County crash

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – A 28-year-old passenger died in a Bedford County crash on Saturday, according to Virginia State Police. The crash happened at about 1:30 a.m. on Cotton Town Road when Bedford County deputies tried to stop a 2013 BMW 335 for speeding. Authorities say the vehicle refused to stop, leading to a chase.
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Spanberger tours Rocky Mount factory, signs affordable housing laws

ROCKY MOUNT, Va. – As the national debate over affordable housing continues, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed a package of housing bills Monday aimed at expanding access to affordable housing options and strengthening protections for residents of manufactured homes. Speaking at Cavco Industries in Rocky Mount, S
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Officials: Roanoke house fire, explosion intentionally set

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- A Roanoke residential fire and explosion was intentionally set, according to city officials. The suspect who allegedly started the fire, died as a result. According to the city, the fire was reported shortly before 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 29 at a duplex in the 2600 block of Dorchester Drive NW. Th
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Free Fishing Days are back: Fish for free at 4 Virginia parks this weekend

Fishing enthusiasts can fish for free at four parks across Virginia this weekend during the Department of Wildlife Resources' Free Fishing Days.
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Splash Valley Water Park highlights lifeguards as summer kicks in

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - School is out and summer is unofficially here, prompting many high school and college students to look for seasonal work. Lifeguarding remains one of the most popular summer jobs, even as a national shortage of lifeguards has been a concern for years. In Roanoke County, one water park says
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Researchers from around the world gather in Roanoke for exercise science conference

About 250 people will gather in Roanoke this week to discuss a topic that affects everyone: exercise. The 20th International Biochemistry of Exercise Conference draws researchers from around the world to discuss recent advances in how and why exercise is as beneficial as it is, said Joshua Drake, assistant professor of
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Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue

Councilman Nick Hagen is calling for adjustments to the city’s zoning ordinances as Roanoke leaders prepare for a continuation of a public hearing Monday. Hagen argues the 2024 changes to housing policy bring more risk than reward for local neighborhoods. The 2024 ordinance eliminated single-family-only zoning to allow
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Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up – June 1,...

VIRGINIA – While some drivers are starting to see some relief at the pump, gas prices are still a bit higher than usual. 10 News is working for you to break down what drivers can expect across the region. As of Monday, June 1, the Virginia average for regular...
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More artists, outdoor gear giveaways, awards & more announced for FloydFest 26~Daydream (July 22-26,...

CHECK, VA – May 14, 2026 — Outdoor adventure awaits at FloydFest 2026, and, announced today, purchasing tickets by the end of May puts patrons (including all ticket purchasers to-date) in the running to win one of five Outside, Inc. + FloydFest adventure-ready prize packs, each valued at $350+ and containing solar-powe

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