Roanoke VA

BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – Botetourt County Public Schools has announced Kara Halsey as the new Read Mountain Middle School principal, effective July 1. Halsey currently serves as principal of Eagle Rock Elementary School and is credited with leading school improvement efforts that targeted literacy, student achievement,

BEDFORD, Va. (WDBJ) - The Town of Bedford is commemorating the 82nd anniversary of D-day and is expected to host events for the public; the National D-Day Memorial is also celebrating its 25th anniversary since its opening. Scheduled events are expected to take place as soon as Friday, June 5,...

BEDFORD, Va. – Smith Mountain Lake is sitting about four feet below its normal level, and the drop is visible — rocks that were once submerged are now exposed along the shoreline. Severe drought conditions are to blame, and Bedford Water is now asking customers to be more...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Inside the classrooms of Lincoln Terrace Elementary in Roanoke, young minds are taught reading, writing and arithmetic. Sitting at these desks could be a future CEO, doctor, or in the case of Paula Morgan, a teacher. “I knew when I was probably five or six that...

Tucked into the heart of downtown Roanoke, Virginia, Texas Tavern has been flipping burgers and ladling chili since 1930. With just 10 barstools and a menu so simple it fits on a small board, this family-owned diner has become a true Virginia legend. Prices are so low that most people...

ROANOKE, Va. – A dog recovering from serious injuries after being hit by a car has captured the attention of people across the Roanoke Valley, thanks to a viral social media post shared by Angels of Assisi. The nonprofit animal welfare organization says Princess, an 8-month-old puppy, was brought...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – For many, the Norfolk and Western Class J No. 611 is more than just a train, its a local legend. Now, a new grant is helping keep the historic steam locomotive on track. For generations, the No. 611 has been a symbol of Roanoke railroad heritage. The $40,000 grant from Norfolk […]

BEDFORD CO., Va. – A Montvale elementary school that has sat empty since the late 1990s could soon become a neighborhood gathering place — if a local nonprofit can raise the millions needed to make it happen. The Montvale School Preservation Foundation is working to convert the former...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A weekend concert series in Roanoke let’s you rock out with a purpose. Bands will hit the stage both Saturday and Sunday at The Dog Bowl behind Black Dog Salvage. 5 Points Music Foundation coordinates the music and helped expand the series this year to...

Grab your fishing rod and get ready to reel in a big one! The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is once again offering Free Fishing Days. From June 5 to 7, you’ll have the chance to fish without purchasing a fishing license. Throughout the Free Fishing Days weekend, there...