Virginia Tech expert explains Olympian Lindsey Vonn’s ACL injury, how she is still competing
BLACKSBURG, Va. – For many athletes, ACL-related injuries can put them out of a sport for long periods of time. Olympian Lindsey Vonn isn’t letting that happen - but how?. Vonn crashed while training for the 2026 Winter Olympics on Jan. 30 and ruptured her ACL. Robin Queen, a Virginia Tech professor of biomedical...
This Day in History: Author of the Little House series was born
(WDBJ) - On this day in 1867, Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder, the author of the beloved Little House series, was born. The basic facts of her life correspond to those related in her books about her family’s experiences on the American frontier during the 1870s and 1880s. Gray Media,...
Forum held to discuss water usage at potential Google data center in Botetourt County
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Dozens showed up to a joint question-and-answer forum in Roanoke Saturday morning to voice concerns over water usage at the potential Google data center in Botetourt County, but many said they still left feeling dissatisfied. “I feel like ecology did not come up nearly as often from the water...
One injured in Bedford County auto collision
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - One person was injured in an auto collision Sunday, February 8, 2026 in Bedford County, according to the Bedford Fire Department. At 3:12 p.m., units were dispatched to the intersection of Moneta Rd. and Fox River Rd. Crews arrived to see two vehicles with heavy damage and both lanes of...
Roanoke-born hip-hop music producer celebrates Grammy wins with Kendrick Lamar
Ruchuan Akers, known in the rap world as Scott Bridgeway, shared two Grammys with Kendrick Lamar, Sza and other collaborators at the recent Grammy Awards presentation. The post Roanoke-born hip-hop music producer celebrates Grammy wins with Kendrick Lamar appeared first on Cardinal News .
General Assembly considers $36M expansion of gun violence prevention program
Virginia legislators are considering a $36 million budget amendment to expand a gun violence prevention program that researchers say has been a good investment. Right now, it funds local programs in four cities: Richmond, Portsmouth, Norfolk and Roanoke. The budget amendment would expand the program to Newport News,...
The Soul of Botetourt County and a Dangerous Path
Botetourt County is at an important moment in its history. The possibility of multiple data centers coming into our community raises serious questions about how we balance economic development with protecting the natural resources and rural character that define this county. Growth is not inherently negative....
Blacksburg, VA Weather Alert: Cold Advisory Ends Near I-81 Sunday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Blacksburg, Virginia — Cold Weather Advisories and Extreme Cold Warnings are set to expire across southwest Virginia this morning as winds gradually diminish, though chilly conditions will persist through...
Clarity on Google data center from Water Authority Q&A, but Botetourt Supervisors keep quiet
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – Residents have been expressing frustration over a lack of clear information regarding the proposed Google data center in Botetourt County. This Saturday, folks received some clarity during a question-and-answer session with Michael McEvoy, executive director of the Western Virginia Water...
Cow rescued from cold water spring
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A cow was rescued from a cold water spring Sunday, February 8, according to Boonsboro Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Firefighters responded at 12:34 p.m. to a cow stuck in a small spring on Shingle Block Road. Firefighters say they were able to lift the...
