Roanoke family sues airlines after allegedly being attacked by bed bugs during flight
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — A Roanoke family is suing two airline companies, alleging the entire family was bitten by bed bugs during their flight. According to the lawsuit, the Albuquerque family is suing Delta Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for $200,000 after an incident involving bed bugs ruined their family...
A warm weekend is here with a chilling twist this week
ROANOKE, Va. – We will return to warm temperatures today, where the entire region will be in the mid-50s at least; that said, most regions will see the 60s. These temperatures are WELL above average, but don’t get used to it for we will be in for a brutal winter awaking once we approach Monday afternoon.
Tractor-trailer driver facing manslaughter charges in fatal I-81 crash
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- The tractor-trailer driver involved in a fatal crash that left three people dead, including a toddler, was charged with three counts of manslaughter. According to the Virginia State Police, the two-vehicle crash occurred at 11:08 p.m. on December 22 near mile marker 145 on Interstate 81...
Introducing Robert Rigby, New Band Teacher
We’re thrilled to introduce one of the newest faces joining the Salem High School family: Robert Rigby, who has stepped into the role of teacher and director in the band department. With experience in teaching music in Roanoke, he is excited to bring leadership and passion for music to our students and community. We...
Cloudy Christmas, and a Sunny New Year
Conditions tonight will be relatively calm, before we cool down tomorrow. There is a chance for some showers tomorrow, but it remains isolated at most. The mountains have the best chance of any rainfall development. With a cold air wedge in place, freezing rain is a possibility towards the Alleghany Highlands, but...
Blacksburg, Virginia Weather Alert Today: Mild 50s Now, Freezing Wind Chills Arrive Early Next...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Virginia wakes to damp ground and low clouds as morning light spreads across the New River Valley. A mild breeze moves through Blacksburg streets, masking a colder pattern waiting just days away. Early...
Blacksburg, VA Winter Weather Alert: Damaging Winds 7 PM–7 AM
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Blacksburg, VA – A deepening low-pressure system is expected to bring strong to damaging winds across southwest Virginia Monday night, with the greatest impacts across the mountains and foothills. According...
Former Virginia Tech assistant lands new position under recently-hired head coach
Former Virginia Tech running backs coach Elijah Brooks is now coaching at South Florida under new coach Brian Hartline.
Pinpoint Weather: Cool, cloudy today; warmer start to the weekend
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — High pressure across the northeast today will wedge a cool airmass up against the mountains as afternoon temperatures will remain in the 40s for most under cloudy skies. With overcast skies, some light rain/drizzle will be possible on and off again through the day into the night as a low...
DOT Grant to Develop Tech Executive Airport
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Virginia Tech Montgomery Regional Airport Authority, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $484,863 grant. The funding supports the construction of three new 3,600 square foot hangars at the Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive...

















