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Lake Christian Ministries to offer school supplies to those in need beginning August 2nd
On August 2nd, Lake Christian Ministries (LCM) will begin offering school supplies to students in kindergarten through high school in Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania counties who are facing the financial strain of back-to-school expenses and need help preparing for the upcoming school year. "School supplies have tripled in price over...
Bedford Boys descendants remember 80th anniversary of dreaded telegram
BEDFORD, Va. – It’s been 80 years since the Bedford community learned that they lost the Bedford Boys. Family commemorated July 17, the day the telegram came into town sharing the news of their death on D-Day with a ceremony. Bedford suffered the nation’s highest known per capita...
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...
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...
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...
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 @...
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. […]
Pinpoint Weather: Showers and strong storms possible
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – This afternoon will continue to be partly sunny, hot, and humid with a chance of showers and storms. The Storm Prediction Center has the risk level at Marginal, which is the lowest, for isolated strong to severe storms. The greatest threats are damaging wind and heavy rainfall. Our Futurecast shows the […]
Dippin’ Dots to give free ice cream in Roanoke for National Ice Cream Day this Sunday
ROANOKE, Va. – Dippin’ Dots is inviting everyone to come to the Valley View Mall in Roanoke on Sunday, July 21 for a free mini cup of Dippin’ Dots to celebrate National Ice Cream Day. “We’re thrilled to invite our Dippin’ Dots fans to join us for...
New report shows homelessness in Roanoke Valley is up 20% from 2023
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Homelessness in the Roanoke Valley is up 20.4% since last year according to the newly released report from End Homelessness Blue Ridge. Each year the group conducts a Point-in-Report to create a snapshot of the homeless population in the area. To break the numbers down,...
Carilion CEO Nancy Agee to leave position in September
Agee, who has worked for Carilion since 1973, will become CEO emeritus as of Sept. 30; the health system's president, Steve Arner, will be CEO effective Oct. 1. The post Carilion CEO Nancy Agee to leave position in September appeared first on Cardinal News.
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.
Wasena Bridge project enters new phase
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A new phase in the Wasena Bridge Replacement began Monday. Pile driving sets the underground foundation for the new bridge, according to the City of Roanoke. The city warns it might be noisy for three to four months. “Some piledriving, some deconstruction sounds have come...
RPD says two injured, multiple arrested after shooting on 16th Street in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Roanoke Police have made multiple arrests after an early morning shooting that occurred on 16th Street on July 17. RPD says officers responded to the 500 block of 16th Street NW around 5:29 a.m. after being notified that two people had been shot. On...
Belcher, and Gibbs Named to Preseason All-CIAA Team
ROANOKE, VA - The 2024 Football Preseason All-CIAA team was announced at the annual Football Media Day Wednesday morning in Roanoke, VA. Within the release, Shaw's Ah'Shaan Belcher and Saevion Gibbs were named to the Preseason All-CIAA team in recognition of their impressive 2023 seasons. Belcher, a senior wide receiver...
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...
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...
Spanberger, Stoney are the big fundraisers in the still-forming 2025 races
Meanwhile, the three mayoral candidates in Roanoke are roughly even in cash while the Republican candidate for a key Lynchburg council seat has a cash advantage of nearly 9-to-1. The post Spanberger, Stoney are the big fundraisers in the still-forming 2025 races appeared first on Cardinal News.
Boutique hotel in Crystal Spring still planned despite delays
ROANOKE, Va. – Several hurdles have pushed back development on a boutique hotel set to be built in Roanoke. The plans to build a hotel in the Crystal Spring neighborhood were approved back in 2022. It will be located where the former Famous Anthony’s was on Crystal Spring Avenue...
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