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Recount will decide if conservative US Rep. Bob Good loses primary to Trump-backed challenger
GOOCHLAND, Va. (AP) — A recount of the votes cast in the Republican primary in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District will be held on July 31 to decide whether a challenger backed by former President Donald Trump will hold onto his narrow victory over U.S. Rep. Bob Good, one of the most conservative members of Congress.
Virginia Tech 2024 Position Preview Series, Running back: Bhayshul Tuten Looks to Provide Another Breakout Year
Not much has changed since the past year for this Virginia Tech running back room and their offense, with all 11 starters returning for the 2024–2025 season. Wi
FloydFest unveils new & improved Mobile App
FLOYD, Va. (WFXR) – FloydFest has announced the release of an all-new app for FloydFest 24~Horizon. Stay up to date with the latest news on the festival including arrival times, final lineup, onsite shuttle map,. and routes. The app is available for download now for both Android and iPhone.
Are they munching on your flowers and plants? Roanoke residents complain about overpopulation of deer
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - There have been more deer sightings than usual in the Roanoke area. Many of them are eating your plants in your garden. Laura Reilly, Landscape Coordinator for Roanoke Parks and Recreation, says they’re doing this because the heat has dried up the grass they usually go for. “While there’s still plenty of green things, it’s just not as tender as the the plants that you’ve planted and watered and taking care of.”
Summer Music Games set for July 30 in Salem
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - The Summer Music Games is an annual event that showcases bands from around the country. It is now in its 31st year. Assistant Band Director for The Pride of Salem Marching Band, Thomas Graham, sat down with 7@four to discuss the event. This year’s event will...
Western Virginia Water Authority holds art showcase
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - If you haven’t seen it yet - be sure to check out a new Downtown Roanoke mural that features the artwork of one of our hometown students. The creation was designed by Elena Morales, who is a rising Senior at Northside High School. This is...
Take a break from the headlines
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump Saturday left the former president with a wound to his ear, a crowd member killed, and two more left in critical condition. While we don’t yet know the motive of the shooter, this instance is just one in...
Victim connected to 14th Street shooting, charged with stalking & trespassing, RPD says
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Roanoke Police have released new information related to the 14th Street shooting investigation. According to RPD, warrants have currently been issued for the victim of the shooting, who has been identified as Kweli Ransom. Charges against Ransom include trespassing and stalking. Additionally, police say a...
Virginia practice to close 1 year after physician misconduct allegations
Lynchburg (Va.) Gynecology will close Sept. 7, one year after one of its physicians was investigated for misconduct allegations, according to a report from local ABC affiliate WSET. The practice announced it would sever all ties with gynecologist Louis Dabney, MD, in September 2023 after he was accused of sexual...
Danville City Council salaries triple to meet state standards
Members of Danville’s City Council will see a pay increase beginning in July 2025, thanks to changes made in the General Assembly. “The maximum pay under the state law is based on a city’s population,” said Danville Public Information Officer Arnold Hendrix. “For a city of Danville’s size, the mayor is now allowed a salary of $37,000. City council members are allowed a salary of $34,000.”
Parents weigh in on Virginia's proposed school cellphone ban
The Virginia Department of Education’s first community meeting about Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s order to limit cellphones in schools statewide was held at Osbourn High School in Manassas Thursday. The conversation boiled down to how do state leaders and school districts move forward with a solution to tackle the...
Drought warning advisory expands to 60 counties, cities in Virginia
The drought warning advisory in Virginia has been expanded to include 60 counties and cities, with 15 counties and cities no longer under a drought watch advisory, according to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
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