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‘...We gotta take em down today.’ Warrants reveal details leading to Roanoke shooting
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A man is facing charges including first-degree murder after a June shooting in Roanoke that left one man dead. WDBJ7 obtained search warrants that reveal the events allegedly leading to the incident. Kyriq Seabrooks was indicted in July on charges of first-degree murder, use of a...
The Fishin’ Pig restaurant breaks ground at new location in Daleville
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – A Virginia favorite has a new location with a view in Botetourt County. The Fishin’ Pig held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new restaurant at 70 Market Ridge Lane in Daleville. Launched in Farmville in 2012, the restaurant’s cuisine combines traditional southern-style chicken and...
"This Is Home" takes on special meaning for Hokies local talent
BLACKSBURG, Va. – The pipeline for student-athletes that appear on 1st and 10 that head to Virginia Tech has grown steadily since Brent Pry became head coach for Virginia Tech. While that may seem like a no-brainer, southwest Virginia’s rich football landscape has helped bolster Virginia Tech’s roster.
Rocky Mount woman mourns family by dressing mannequins
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WDBJ) - There’s a house in Rocky Mount that’s getting a lot of attention. It’s on Pell Avenue and has fully-dressed mannequins in the front yard. Many of our viewers have reached out to Your Hometown Station about this. What started out as a...
Taubman Museum honors Overdose Awareness Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Drugs are tearing apart families with thousands of Virginians killed via drug overdoses each year. To attack the problem and stomp out the stigma, hundreds of people came together at the Taubman Museum in Roanoke Thursday to share their stories of loss and recovery. “I love...
On the road again: Virginia elementary school teachers pursuing School Psychology degrees at UTC
Dr. Amanda Hardin acknowledged she was in disbelief when she first heard the news. Hardin, an assistant professor in the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s School Psychology program and its director since August, had learned about an initiative created by Scott County Public Schools in Virginia. The school district,...
Virginia Tech adds new language to student code of conduct that addresses unlawful behavior
The Virginia Tech Board of Visitors approved additions to its student code of conduct Wednesday. The new language in the code of conduct says Virginia Tech reserves the right to address any behavior or act that potentially violates local, state or federal law. Disciplinary action by the university could result if a student violates any law or local ordinance.
Husband of Virginia woman presumed dead appears in court after police say they found more evidence. Here’s what we know
The search for Mamta Kafle Bhatt, a nurse and dedicated mother to a young daughter, has gone on for several weeks – but no one has been able to locate the beloved Nepalese community member.
Metallica and Virginia Tech Team Up on Co-Branded Clothing
Know a Hokie who loves the heavy metal band? Here’s a gift idea or maybe just something for your wardrobe. Hokies fans always get riled up when they hear Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” play in Lane Stadium. Now, Virginia Tech fans can add Metallica T-shirts and hats to their wardrobes.
Thursday’s Heatwave in Virginia Prompts Flood Watch Ahead of Labor Day
Richmond, VA – Scorching temperatures and severe weather are forecasted to impact the Richmond area this Thursday, threatening flash flooding and dangerous conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield, VA, warns that temperatures could quickly rise into the 90s, with humidity making it feel between 100 to 107 degrees. A backdoor cold front will push through, offering slight relief on the Eastern Shore.
Franklin Sportsman Association honors Members of the Year: 2021-23
The Franklin Sportsman Association honors members for 2021-2023. Members are recognized for outstanding contributions and achievements over the past four years. Due to the rigors experienced during the COVID-19 era, these honors were put on hold. Before the pandemic, the association recognized one member whose dedication, sportsmanship, and community involvement have set them apart. 2021: […] The post Franklin Sportsman Association honors Members of the Year: 2021-23 appeared first on The Tidewater News.
Will Labor Day bring better business? These 5 retailers are optimistic
HIGH POINT — Labor Day Weekend is always one of the more anticipated tentpole events on the furniture retail calendar, maybe even more so in an uneven year like 2024. While there have been pockets of success and strong sales across the country, high interest rates, pulled-forward demand and other factors have contributed to a soft year by most measurements. With that in the background, furniture retailers are pulling out all the stops as summer comes to a close.
Woman mourns 10-month-old daughter, mother by dressing mannequins in their clothes
ROCKY MOUNT, Va. (WDBJ/Gray News) - A Virginia woman is grieving her loved ones in a way that she knows some might find unusual. She placed fully-clothed mannequins outside her home in memory of her mother and daughter. What started out as a Halloween tradition for a woman named Siobhan...
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