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Suspect charged with second-degree murder in connection with Monday night shooting in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke Police have arrested and charged 29-year-old Kas Parker in connection with a shooting that occurred Monday night, according to RPD. Parker is charged with second-degree murder and the victim has been identified as Brandon Williams of Roanoke, we’re told. According to RPD, preliminary investigation...
Super ego doesn’t help driver from Virginia get semi through Pierre’s low-clearance train bridge
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- A driver from Boones Mill, Virginia, was the driver who fell victim to the train viaduct bridge in Pierre late Friday morning. Information from the Pierre Police Department says Andrew Chriscoe, Jr. was traveling northbound on Pierre Street in a 2024 Kenworth semi pulling a trailer loaded with over 40,000 pounds of salt just before 11:30am CT. The trailer exceeded the 11’ 3” height limit and ultimately got stuck, causing extensive damage to the trailer. Another truck and trailer were called to the scene to transfer the salt before the truck and trailer could be moved.
Youth gun violence fought with music and fellowship
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Years ago, the idea of using a weapon to settle an argument among youths was out of the question. “When I was a child . . . We had fights and we fought with our hands. And the next day, we were shaking hands and playing basketball together,” said Rev. Preston Tyler of Hill Street Baptist Church. “And so we didn’t pick up a gun.”
Va. recruit is third-generation to join the fire department
ROANOKE, Va. — On June 7, nine recruits graduated and became members of the Roanoke Fire-EMS Department, making it an especially memorable day for one of them. Firefighter Brayden Bradbury is upholding a family tradition of service, becoming the third member of his family to join the department, WDBJ reported.
Roanoke Sheriff’s Office helping residents ‘Keep it Cool’ this summer
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office announced it is launching a new summer community initiative, ‘Keep it Cool’ (KiC). The community engagement initiative aims to bring relief and smiles to residents across the city by visiting summer camps, housing sites, and parks. The sheriff’s office members will be outside distributing popsicles and bottled water to kids and adults, helping citizens ‘Keep it Cool.’
Roanoke Police walk with kids through Grandin
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A tradition continued Tuesday, with little feet marching through a neighborhood to encourage physical activity and a connection to community. It’s the West End Walk. This is the ninth year campers at the West End Center made the one-mile walk to the Grandin Theatre. Volunteers...
Opinion: Moneta Rescue Squad First Lieutenant voices concern about lack of funding for volunteer rescue squads
Recently, the Bedford County Board of Supervisors met to approve the 2024-2025 budget. One item in the budget increased the funding levels for all the volunteer fire departments in Bedford County. Their [volunteer fire departments] rate for responding to a call increased substantially to $135 a call. While I applaud this needed increase for a very worthy cause, it is frustrating and disappointing to see that no similar funding (nor any increase period for at least 10 years) was approved for the volunteer rescue squads. Perhaps the supervisors are unaware of the benefit that the volunteer rescue squads bring to the community and significantly, the taxpayers.
Protect your belongings during July 4th celebrations by following these safety tips
Roanoke, Virginia – With July 4th celebrations just around the corner, many are planning outings to parks, trailheads, and other popular destinations. However, it’s important to remember not to leave wallets, purses, or any valuables in your car. Law enforcement agencies have reported a significant increase in vehicle break-ins and fraudulent banking activities across the region. Thieves are specifically targeting areas where people often leave their belongings in vehicles.
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