Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Friday, we recognize Juneteenth; marking June 19, 1865, when news of freedom reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It’s a day to reflect on the fight for equality and celebrate Black resilience, culture, and progress. WDBJ7 spoke...

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom — but for many, it is also a day of remembrance. At Historic Smithfield in Blacksburg, community members gathered to honor the lives and sacrifices of the enslaved people who helped shape the nation’s history. For Cheryl Sullivan...

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Water levels at Smith Mountain Lake are about five feet below normal, forcing lakefront businesses and boat operators to adjust as the drought continues. The lower levels are creating challenges for people who live and work around the lake, including the Virginia Dare, a...

The Franklin County Board of Supervisors approved an update to the Emergency Operations Plan at the June 16 meeting that reflects current and future changes in local operations with partner agencies. The plan covers the Office of Emergency Management, which includes the Fire and Public Safety departments and a health a

Virginia Tech added another pitcher out of the transfer portal.

In this episode, Robert Irby and Brett Smith join Pete and Sam to break down another huge recruiting win for Virginia Tech as the Hokies land a key 4-star flip and continue their red-hot momentum on the trail under James Franklin. Also, Virginia Tech assistant coaches met with the media...

Can Virginia Tech secure a top-20 recruiting class in 2026?

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Get ready to go on a Caribbean getaway right here in our hometowns. Caribbica Soul is marking a ten year milestone of serving delicious food and culture in the Roanoke Valley. It’s celebrating with its annual Caribbica Fest on Saturday, June 20, from 6:30 p.m. until...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - You might already have all the pieces needed to go beyond where you initially thought when it comes to your finances. That’s what representatives with Freedom First Federal Credit Union are saying is possible with “Doing More With What You Have.”. Joining 7@four were...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - You picked your local hometown favorites and now it’s onto the next round!. Of all the hometown submissions for the Star-Spangled Sing-Off, you picked volunteer firefighter Amber Short from Gretna! Congratulations, Amber!. Now, regional voting for the Star-Spangled Sing-Off runs through June 28. W