Mastering The Grill: Virginia Tech’s meat science secrets
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Memorial Day is a special time for many people for a few reasons. We honor our fallen service members, celebrate the kickoff of summer, and enjoy time with our family. According to Virginia Tech and a recent study conducted by Savanta, it’s also the time of year when 61% of people […]
GALLERY: Knockout Round blowout sets Championship Round roster
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. – A variety of techniques were in play during the Knockout Round of B&W Trailer Hitches Heavy Hitters Presented by Bass Pro Shops and results were spread across the board from Matt Stefan’s Berkley Big Bass of the day, weighing in at 5 pounds, 15 ounces, on down to just posting a series of...
Clearing skies and cooler temperatures breed gusty winds
ROANOKE, Va. – High temperatures are going to be in the 60s and 70s on Thursday! Skies also remain mostly clear!. The caveat? The wind... It makes a return with gusts maxing out between 20 and 30 mph. The cool trend will continue as we head into Memorial Day...
Montgomery County Public Schools kickstarts new summer feeding program
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is launching a new summer meals program June 2-26. Any child under the age of 18, regardless of being enrolled at MCPS, can get a free breakfast or lunch at eight sites. Breakfast will be served between 9 and 10 a.m. and lunch between 12:45 […]
Local Uber driver faces challenges after violent attack
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Six months ago, a local Uber driver was attacked while dropping off a passenger in Blacksburg. The incident occurred along Prices Fork when the driver, identified as Earthman, changed lanes and was subsequently followed for nearly a mile by Martin McGraw, who confronted and assaulted him.
VA Tech Launches Drone Defense Research Hub with $5M from Department of Defense
A new Virginia Tech effort will take aim at bolstering the nation’s defenses against uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), commonly called drones. A recent $5 million award from the U.S. Army Futures Command Combat Capabilities Development Command C5ISR Center will augment capabilities at the existing Counter UAS Research...
Roanoke officials pushing for road diet on Williamson Road
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Williamson Road is an almost 10-mile road that connects downtown Roanoke with Botetourt County. Statistics show it is also one of the most dangerous roads in the valley. According to studies, almost 700 crashes have occurred across different portions of Williamson Road in the city of Roanoke...
Mill Mountain Zoo mourning the loss of beloved snow leopard Bali
ROANOKE, Va. – The Mill Mountain Zoo is mourning the loss of its beloved Snow Leopard Bali Wednesday. The zoo released a statement on social media regarding the passing:. It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved snow leopard, Bali. After exhibiting gastrointestinal symptoms...
Six Hidden Valley student-athletes make college commitments on signing day
ROANOKE, Va. – Signing Day at Hidden Valley High School was a celebration of achievement as six more talented student-athletes made their college commitments official. Meredith Crawley will stay local, continuing her volleyball career at Hollins University. Two-sport standout Japhon English is set to run track at...
High School Spotlight: Patrick Henry’s Sam Dowdy
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) —This week, we shine the High School Spotlight on midfielder Sam Dowdy, one of our local Patrick Henry soccer stars. Dowdy recently signed his national letter of intent and is content with where he’s headed. “I think it was just a relief, honestly, for me and my family. It was something where […]
