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New gas station approved at Roanoke City Council meeting
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Roanoke City Council has approved an update to a new residential unit coming to Orange Avenue. A new gas station is set to open on Orange Avenue after the Roanoke City Council unanimously approved an update to the proposal. Over a year ago, the council...
National Weather Service issues severe thunderstorm warning in Shenandoah Valley, watch in Virginia cities, counties
UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 4:15 p.m. At 3:31, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Stuarts Draft to near Cornwall, moving southeast at 65 mph. HAZARD: 60 mph wind gusts SOURCE: Radar indicated. ...
RAA emergency calls increase as extreme heat continues
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Multiple heat waves continue to sweep across central Virginia, making it difficult to be outside. “We have another heat advisory going into effect Wednesday,” said 12 On Your Side’s Meteorologist Megan Wise, “Heat index values back close to 109-110 degrees.”. These index values...
Rec Soccer Players Needed for Some BOCO Teams
Attention Rec Sports Families! We are still in need of some additional players for our fall rec soccer teams. So, if your child has been on the fence about playing, here's the sign to register them to play! See details below:. SOCCER PLAYERS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS &...
Kyle E. Johnson named associate vice president for IT governance, planning, and strategy
Kyle E. Johnson has been named the university’s first associate vice president for IT governance, planning, and strategy. This strategic hire comes as Virginia Tech undergoes a comprehensive renewal of technology strategies and works to strengthen partnerships between the Division of Information Technology, decentralized IT groups, and university leadership.
Pride and Spirit of Bedford Day
On Wednesday, July 17th the Bedford Boys Tribute Center under the direction of Founders and Curators Ken and Linda Parker marked the 5th annual “Pride and Spirit of Bedford Day” with a private ceremony for the families of the 38 Bedford Boys who went ashore in the first assault wave on Omaha Beach, Normandy, France with Company A of the 116th Infantry Regiment on D-Day, 6 June 1944.
Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline celebrate Nation S’mores Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A favorite summertime activity is gathering around a campfire to roast marshmallows and craft your own s’mores. The tasty treat is actually the brain child of the Girl Scouts and has been a favorite since 1927. Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline CEO Nikki Williams joined...
Saucke, DeMartini headline active day two at MLB Draft for Commonwealth schools
ROANOKE, Va. – Day two of the MLB Draft wrapped up with more guys from Commonwealth schools hearing their names called--14 to be exact. Starting the day off in round four, Virginia outfielder Casey Saucke was drafted by the Chicago White Sox as the 107th overall pick. Saucke is coming off his best season as a Cavalier, posting career highs in hits (88), doubles (18), home runs (14), RBI (65) and total bases (145) in 2024. He was recognized as a Third Team All-American by Perfect Game and garnered Second Team All-ACC honors. Enrolled at UVA’s Mcintire School of Commerce, he was a three-time ACC Academic honor roll member and was twice named to the ACC All-Academic Team.
Security breach: Former Secret Service agent dissects near-fatal attack on Trump
ROANOKE, Va. – When it comes to keeping people safe, Robert Lamour is the one you call. “I oversaw the planning and security measures for any protective visits to the region which included all the candidates. It included former First Lady Hillary Clinton and former President Trump,” Lamour said.
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