‘Here @ Home’ moving to mornings
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - 7@four sat down with Here @ Home co-hosts Kimberly McBroom and Natalie Faunce to talk about the show’s upcoming transition to a new time slot and what viewers can expect from the shift. Starting September 8th, Here @ Home is officially moving to mornings at...
Roanoke entertainment district casino would occupy less than 10% of Berglund Center site
ROANOKE, Va. — A proposed casino at the Berglund Center would occupy less than 10% of the complex, converting only the venue’s Special Events Center building, according to details presented to Roanoke City Council on Monday. Economic Development Director Marc Nelson told city leaders that state law requires...
Roanoke’s Aug. 20 Town Hall Aims To Explain Upcoming Constitutional Amendment Votes
On Thursday, August 20 at 6:30 pm, First Baptist Church in Roanoke will host a Town Hall meeting. The goal is to explain more about two of the upcoming state Constitutional amendments that Virginia voters will need to vote on by November 3. First Baptist Church is at 321 Marshall...
Downed tree obstructs roadway in SW Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – A fallen tree is blocking traffic on Brambleton Avenue SW in Roanoke, next to Fishburn Park. The tree is below the Carilion Clinic Park View building, according to a source at the location. Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) personnel are currently on scene. Stay with WFXR as more inform
No injuries reported after Franklin County school bus crash Tuesday
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. – No injuries were reported after a school bus crash in Rocky Mount on Tuesday, according to officials. Franklin County officials tell 10 News that two Lee. M. Waid Elementary School students were on board. The students were examined by medical personnel, and no injuries were noted. The students were p
Roanoke’s Drought Is Getting Worse
While the rest of Virginia's drought map turns from red to yellow, one number keeps sinking: the water level at Carvins Cove. While the rest of Virginia's drought map turns from red to yellow, one number keeps sinking: the water level at Carvins Cove. Roanoke, VA. Author: Roanoke Rambler Staff.
Think Niche at These Oddity Museums
From frontier towns along the Great Wagon Road to inventing country music, Southwest Virginia brims with amazing historical culture. These nifty and niche museums provide a window into often-overlooked wonders. Roanoke Pinball Museum: Experience the zany history, art, and science of pinball and its entertainment progen
These 8 Old-School Virginia Drive-Ins Still Serve Root Beer In Frosty Mugs Like It’s...
There is something about a cold root beer in a heavy frosted mug that instantly takes you back a few decades. Across Virginia, a handful of drive-ins and diners have kept that simple tradition alive, serving burgers, hot dogs, and homemade root beer the same way they did generations ago.
Police investigate stabbing at Rescue Mission of Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- One person was stabbed during an argument at the Rescue Mission of Roanoke, according to the Roanoke Police Department (RPD). It happened Wednesday afternoon while the mission was hosting its lunch service. Police described the victim and suspect as two males. The victim was taken to Carilion Roano
Lucy Lynn has been waiting for a home for too long!
Roanoke – Looking for a high energy companion? Lucy Lynn may be your girl!. She is a one-year-old brown pit mix who is very excited to meet you! Lucy Lynn has been at the Regional Center for Animal Control and Protection for more than 260 days. Staff say she...

















