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Mickey Hardy retires as William Fleming boys head basketball coach
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports learned Wednesday that long-time William Fleming High School’s boys’ basketball head coach, Mickey Hardy is retiring from his position. Hardy has been the head coach for the Colonels basketball team for more than two decades since 2003. Coach Hardy led the Colonels to several regional and district titles to […]
Buskers takeover downtown Roanoke with “how to” workshop
Jefferson Rose otherwise known as “The Magnificent Lefty” is a Roanoke-based street performer/ busker who’s traveled all over the country entertaining. Recently, Rose has been working on balloon art for an online contest with pieces you can see at City in the Square, which is also the location of the first Roanoke “Street Performance Workshop” on Friday, which features other artists, musicians, and performers.
Pinpoint Weather: Warm today with showers and storms
Showers and storms are possible today with the Storm Prediction Center putting areas along and south of 460 in the Marginal risk category, which is the lowest. The greatest through would come from damaging wind and periods of heavy rainfall. The precipitation will move through the day and into the...
2024 Promotional Innovation Merit Award Winner – Roanoke!
The Virginia Main Street (VMS) program’s Promotional Innovation merit award highlights an innovative and successful district-wide special event or initiative designed to build a positive community identity and spirit or a district-wide marketing campaign designed to attract customers and increase revenue for local businesses. The 2024 award went to the City of Roanoke’s Department of Economic Development for their “It’s Here!” campaign that not only spotlighted Roanoke’s thriving arts sector but also fostered community unity.
Roanoke father continues search for justice as he visits daughter’s grave site
ROANOKE, Va. – Bobie Casey visits his daughter’s gravesite every July 17 as a reminder to fight for justice. Kyyona Casey was shot and killed four years ago, July 17, 2019. To this day, no arrests have been made. Kyyona’s father, Bobbie Casey reaches out to 10 News...
Carilion CEO Nancy Howell Agee to Retire
Nancy Howell Agee, who led Carilion through more than a decade of transformative change, will step down as CEO Sept. 30. Steve Arner, who was promoted to president in May 2023, will succeed Agee and become president and CEO Oct. 1. The leadership transition comes after Agee’s long and distinguished career at Carilion, beginning as […]
Ways to save on A/C costs this summer
ROANOKE, Va. – You might be concerned that your A/C is working overtime with the scorching temperatures this summer. However, Appalachian Power has suggestions to help you save money and stay cool. Spokesperson Teresa Hall said to make sure your blinds and curtains are closed during the hottest time...
Hope Center expands to new building, amplifying community impact
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Marking a major milestone, the Hope Center is celebrating its move into a new building. For nearly a decade, the Hope Center has served the residents in Northwest Roanoke with only one room. Now, with the new facility, they have 10 rooms. In 2015, Executive Director...
Roanoke spray tanning business talks tanning safety
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Golden Girls Spray Tanning, LLC provides custom spray tanning and organic teeth whitening services in the Roanoke area. Owner Emily Smith Bialek sits down with 7@four to discuss some safety practices when it come to tanning and some products you can use at home. If you...
Enjoy movies and music with Roanoke Co. Parks and Recreation
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke County Parks and Recreation is having two events that feature movies and music. Emma Layman, special events programmer, stops by 7@four to talk about these events. The first event is Smokin’ Strings, happening July 20 at Explore Park. Admission is free. Lean Whistler Band...
Gift of a Roanoke artist’s painting to South Korean sister city proves a historic first
Susan Egbert's "Virginia Views" was selected as the first gift of permanent art from Roanoke to Wonju. The post Gift of a Roanoke artist’s painting to South Korean sister city proves a historic first appeared first on Cardinal News.
DePaul Community Resources seeks fosters as need increases
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - DePaul Community Resources is helping foster children find families and young adults age out of the system, but they are in desperate need for parents now more than ever. “Children are sleeping in DSS offices, children are sleeping in temporary programs, because there are not enough...
How AEP and HVAC companies are operating in the heat
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – When the weather gets super hot outside, most people want to escape the heat and stay in a nice, cool, air-conditioned building. Whether that’s their home or somewhere in public, the air-conditioning unit will likely run for most of the day. However, if the power goes out, the air-conditioner is useless. […]
Restoration Housing celebrates a decade of transformations
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A decade of change, Restoration Housing has been transforming neglected homes in Roanoke to build a healthier community. The historic properties are then used to support families and adults by giving them a safe, dignified place to live. Restoration Housing CEO Isabel Thornton joined Here @...
Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 7/17 to 7/24.
We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. Want to know when the next City Council meeting takes place? Curious about what there’s to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.
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