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Martinsville teacher publishes book highlighting historic, untold stories of Patrick County
MARTINSVILLE, Va. – A Martinsville Middle School history teacher is sharing the untold stories of Patrick County in her newly published book, “Patrick Pioneers Part One.”. Beverly Belcher Woody spent three years writing the book. But her fascination with history came long before that. “I have always loved...
Hokies New Uniforms Get Rave Reviews, ACC Schools to Big 12 Rumors, CFB 25 Release | Two Deep
Clark Ruhland joins Pete and Sam to discuss the release and reception of Virginia Tech's new football uniforms. With so much anticipation, it was going to be hard for the new threads to live up to the hype, right? Well they did just that! The boys dive deep into every detail of the unis before turning their attention to some other fun topics, including the reason for the "leak" - College Football 25.
Giles awarded $200k grant to support reuse study for decommissioned Appalachian Power coal-fired Glen Lyn Plant
GILES COUNTY, Va. – The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) has awarded Giles County a $200,000 grant. These funds are directed to support a reuse study for the decommissioned Appalachian Power (ApCo) coal-fired Glen Lyn Plant. The Glen Lyn plant, which opened in 1919, was one of the oldest...
Coalition aims to boost economy, transportation in Southwest and Southside
The Blue Ridge Innovation Corridor will promote a region that generally encompasses the Blacksburg, Roanoke, Danville and Martinsville metropolitan areas. The post Coalition aims to boost economy, transportation in Southwest and Southside appeared first on Cardinal News.
Mickey Hardy retires as William Fleming boys head basketball coach
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — WFXR Sports has learned Wednesday that long-time William Fleming boys basketball head coach Mickey Hardy is retiring from his position. Hardy has been the head coach for the Colonels boys basketball team for more than 2 decades since 2003. Coach Hardy led the Colonels to...
Mill Mountain Theatre rolls out Flat Stanley for Children
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Mill Mountain Theatre is producing a show for children in the region. “The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley” brings the story of Stanley Lampchop to life through music and comedy. The production is free and being held at local libraries around Southwest Virginia. Stanley...
Severe storms possible and still hot Wednesday
The heat will stay with us until a cold front passes Wednesday night, with scattered showers and thunderstorms likely. There is a risk some of the storms could turn severe. All of the 10 News viewing area is under a level-1 risk for severe storms Wednesday. These will be associated...
No injuries reported after 2 shed fire in Roanoke: Firefighters
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — The Roanoke FireEMS Department said there were no injuries reported after a fire on Tuesday night. At 9:37 p.m., crews were dispatched by the E-911 Center for a fire in the 1600 block of Wayne Street NE, firefighters said. Upon arrival, firefighters said crews found...
People and Places Preview: Commonwealth Games Pickleball
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — The sounds of fancy footwork and the return of volleys can be heard far and wide when Pickleball returns to the Commonwealth Games. "It began in 1965 by three fathers who wanted to get their sons out of the house and active," said Allison Crosby, a Roanoke Valley pickleball player and our coach for the day.
Emerson College/The Hill poll results show Trump up 2 points over Biden in Virginia
Ahead of the 2024 Presidential election and state elections, Your Local Election Headquarters is looking into how Virginians will vote and how they feel about the state of the country, the Commonwealth and the government.
Hollins University ‘getting in the game’ with new flag football program, Spring 2025
HOLLINS, Va. (WFXR) – The director of Hollins University athletics, Chris Kilcoyne has announced that flag football will now be offered as an intercollegiate sport. “I’m proud that Hollins is at the forefront of providing opportunities for young women to continue their playing careers in the sport of flag football,” said Kilcoyne. “There is a great deal of momentum nationwide for Women’s Flag Football and I look forward to watching the program grow.”
Former Hokies OL Anthony Lambo
Pat and Rich catch up with former Hokies Offensive Lineman and NJ Hokie, Anthony Lambo! Lambo was an offensive tackle on the Hokies from 1996-2000. If you'd like to learn more about Anthony Lambo, Rich did a deep dive "Where are they now?" piece on Anthony last summer. You can check that out HERE.
Virginia Tech Hokies News: MLB Draft, coaching staff additions
In this edition of Virginia Tech Hokies News, two more baseball players were drafted on Day 3 of the 2024 MLB Draft and the men's soccer team added to their coaching staff with the 2024 season right around the corner. Two baseball players selected on Day 3 of MLB Draft.
Rail Yard Dawgs to open 2024-25 season at home
ROANOKE, Va. – The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs released their schedule for the 2024-2025 season. The 2023 President’s Cup champions will open the season on home ice October 18 against the Fayetteville Marksmen. Per usual for every SPHL team, Roanoke will have 28 home games and 28 away games.
Concerned cyclists, former mayor speak at council meeting
Roanoke City Council held their second meeting this month yesterday, where a former Roanoke mayor made an appearance to get the council’s blessing for a new historical marker. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more:. The council received criticism from residents about unsafe cycling conditions in the city. WFIR’s Alex...
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