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Miyares demands action on missing migrant children
(The Center Square) — Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is again demanding action from the federal government as information concerning the unknown whereabouts of thousands of migrant minors continues to come to light. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General released a report this week revealing “significant failures in the oversight and management of unaccompanied migrant children, contributing to thousands of children going missing after being released from federal custody,” according to a press release from Miyares’ office. ...
Virginia removes 6,303 'noncitizens' from voter rolls, fueling fraud allegations
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said earlier this month he had issued an executive order removing 6,303 noncitizens who had “accidentally or maliciously attempted to register” to vote. He said in an interview that he was “not suggesting there is widespread voter fraud,” but had said in an earlier...
Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz Preview : Lord Botetourt
DALEVILLE, Va. (WFXR) — The Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz Preview Tour rolls on with a stop in Daleville and a look at Lord Botetourt High School. Jamie Harless is in his 13th season as head coach of the Cavaliers. Last season, the Cavaliers went 9-3 losing in the second round of the Region 3D playoffs to the William Byrd Terriers. Overall, for LB they are looking for consistency for the season they want for 2024.
North Cross defeats Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, 56-0 in season opener
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The North Cross Raiders kicked off the 2024 season in a home game against Nansemond-Suffolk Academy and won 56-0. North Cross asserted their dominance with the offense driving down the field as well as the the Raiders defense applying relentless pressure towards Nansemond-Suffolk. At the...
Roanoke’s Wing Fest returns to Dr. Pepper Park
ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke’s Wing Fest returned to Dr. Pepper Park for a 15th year today. Vendors from all across the region filled the streets for the star city’s largest one-day food festival. The annual event also offers some friendly competition through a people’s choice vote and...
32nd Annual SML Antique and Classic Boat Show
On Saturday September 14, 2024, please plan to attend the Smith Mountain Lake Antique and Classic Boat Society 32nd Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show. This free event will be held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Goodhue Boat Company – Blackwater in Moneta, Virginia. There will be over 40 beautiful antique wood, aluminum, […]
Virginia man dead following police pursuit, motorcycle crash
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — One person is dead following a police pursuit and crash in Roanoke early Saturday. Just after midnight, a Virginia State Police trooper witnessed a Kawasaki motorcycle going south on Interstate 581 at 115 mph. The trooper attempted to pull the motorcycle over, but the driver...
Pat McAfee puts ACC on notice about Virginia Tech for 2024 on College GameDay
We made it. The 2024 college football season is here. Week 0 kicks off the long-awaited season with a handful of games with Florida State and Georgia Tech getting things started in Dublin. Also in Dublin is ESPN College GameDay, which made its season debut Saturday morning. The GameDay crew...
Girl with rare disorder dies at age 11: ‘Fought to the end’
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - A little girl from Roanoke, Virginia, who was recently placed in hospice care, has died, according to her family on Facebook. Meg Burrow, 11, had a “rare genetic condition called CTBP-1, where she is the 13th person in the world to be diagnosed with it,” the girl’s mother, Meredith Burrow, said in 2023.
SMLCA earns season-opening win over the Virginia Spartans 28-8
ROANOKE, Va. – Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy opened its season on the road making a trek to the Star City to battle the Virginia Spartans. The Ospreys earned the 28-8 victory in a game that featured multiple turnover for both teams in the first half. Even with that, SMLCA was able to hold a 14-0 advantage at halftime.
2024 HS Football Preview: Salem Sundevils
Salem Sundevils Preview: Head Coach: Mark Hall 2023 Record: 7-5 Starters Returning: 15 total Notable Players: Senior lineman Jaylen Gilchrist, senior quarterback Jason Williams The Salem Sundevils believe the Beach District is within their reach in this 2024 season behind their three Division I commits. Returning over a dozen starters, second-year head coach Mark Hall thinks that as long […]
Law enforcement honors fallen deputy at Salem Red Sox Game
SALEM, Va. – Salem Memorial Ballpark, usually filled with the energetic buzz of America’s favorite pastime, took on a somber tone Friday night as fans and players began the game in silence to honor Smyth County Deputy Hunter Reedy. The annual “Back the Blue” event, hosted by The...
Watch: RCACP holding special adoption event in Vinton Saturday
VINTON, Va. – The Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection is holding a special adoption event at the Lancerlot Sports Complex in Vinton on Saturday as part of our Clear the Shelters event. RCACP will be waiving adoption fees for all animals and they have over 200 in...
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