Toebean Cat Cafe temporarily closed after break-in, vandalism
ROANOKE, Va. – The Toebean Cat Cafe, located in downtown Roanoke, was forced to close for the day after a break-in. According to a Facebook post, the business was vandalized Monday night with someone allegedly cutting electrical wires. The A.C in the building was damaged and is no longer...
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones emphasizes collaboration
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia’s attorney general made a stop in the Roanoke Valley Tuesday and sat down with WDBJ7 to talk about the first six months on the job. Attorney General Jay Jones said he is proud of the momentum his office is building, which includes a push to get illegal vapes out of convenience stores and
Orphaned bobcat kittens arrive at SWVA Wildlife Center after mother hit, killed by vehicle
Roanoke – Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found refuge at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke after their mother was hit and killed by a vehicle in Russell County. The two female kittens were found beside their deceased mother on the side of the road and were transported...
Pirate Days 2026 moving to new landlocked location
MONETA, Va. (WFXR) – The Smith Mountain Lake community is preparing for the 13th Pirate Days celebration. For the past five years, Goodhue Boat Company Blackwater has hosted Pirate Days, but this time, the festivities are moving to land. "Due to changing conditions at our old venue with the...
Rocky Forge Wind farm to wrap construction by end of 2026, bringing jobs and...
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The commonwealth's first land-based wind farm is expected to bring jobs and money to Botetourt County. The $300 million Rocky Forge Wind project is going on a private farm in Botetourt County. It's been in the works for more than a decade. The developer,...
Pinpoint Weather: Increasing heat ahead, daily rain chances
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Southwest and Central Virginia can anticipate a slight cooldown on Tuesday. Hot and humid conditions are expected for the second half of the week, with daily chances of showers and thunderstorms. More clouds and cooler conditions are expected on Tuesday, with highs in the 70s and lower 80s. Drizzl
Roanoke’s Eureka Recreation Center set to reopen after major renovation
ROANOKE, Va. – The Star City is celebrating a major milestone with the completion of the Eureka Recreation Center renovation. The center will officially reopen to the public on June 15. Originally built in 1965, the Eureka Recreation Center became a top priority for upgrades after a 2019 Parks...
Daleville Town Center growing; new grocery store proposed
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Daleville Town Center is booming, bringing new places to live, eat, work, and shop all in one area. “Apartments along with a Dairy Queen and then several other restaurants,” said Town Center Tap House Employee, Jace Lisle. It’s part of Botetourt County’s long-term goal:...
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office announces passing of former deputy
The Franklin County Sheriff's Office has announced the passing of former deputy James Clayton Ware. Ware worked at the sheriff's office from 2004 to 2012 in the Corrections Division after retiring New Bold Corporation. The following statement was released by the sheriff's office:. "The Office of the Sheriff is saddened
chocolatepaper Celebrates 20 Years with “cp 2.0” Anniversary Events
ROANOKE, VA, June 3, 2026 – chocolatepaper is excited to announce its 20th anniversary on June 23 and a packed lineup of celebration sales and events. Make plans to see all that “cp 2.0” has to offer: same sweet selection, fun fresh finds, and NEW ERA ENERGY! The “cp 2.0” celebration reflects chocolatepaper’s next chap
