Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – August is National Fishing Month, and WFXR’s George Noleff says there’s no better way to celebrate than to get out and catch some Big Ol Fish! Ryan Adkins landed a Giant Carp in Peak Creek. Brian Markhan netted a trophy Walleye on a trip to Lake Erie. Mark Kish got artsy […]

ROANOKE, Va. – Sometimes, in a world filled with chaos, a little sprinkle of hope can go a long way. For people like Shirley Baptiste, this ideology guides her actions each day, both in her everyday life and in her role as a restaurant owner. When she first opened...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - In the wake of multiple recent shootings, Roanoke’s RESET team was back on the ground Friday, visiting Crescent Street and Hunt Avenue in NW Roanoke, two neighborhoods shaken by shootings. For residents like Omar Rabb, the chance to talk with officers is a step toward...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Angels of Assisi is officially moving with their four legged friends to a new and improved location. The non-profit and its supporters have long awaited this move. The new location is at 725 Franklin Road Southwest. “We are so excited for this next chapter for Angels of Assisi and to […]

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Roanoke County Police and Sheriff’s Department is giving back to the community by helping students get ready for school through its “Cuts with Cops” program. It’s free event with haircuts, vaccines, and school supplies. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 9th, at the Carilion...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - In 2024, there have been more than 3,000 flash flood warnings, which is the most since the alert system was created. According to Triple A, some flooded vehicles are starting to hit the resale market. Those cars may have a nice price tag on them, but...

Yesterday Roanoke had the coolest August day in recorded history. Keep in mind the period of record is 113 years! Highs have never been confined to the 60s during the month of August before!. Not As Soggy Thursday. This afternoon won’t be as wet; however, the clouds will linger along...

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The New River Valley Home Builders Association has announced their 10th Annual Touch-A-Truck NRV is back this year! This Touch-A-Truck event will take place on Saturday, August 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Uptown Christiansburg back parking lot. Officials say this event is...

FBI agents Arrest Catawba Man Accused Of Solicitation Of Sexual Material From Minors. Micah's Pantry At Warm Hearth Village Combats Food Insecurity Among Seniors. Limited sunshine today as the cool-air wedge begins to break down.

ROANOKE, VA – A second chance — and a place where people feel understood. That’s what On Our Own is all about. And now, they have a new space to keep doing just that. For director Robin Hubert, this work — and this space — is deeply personal.