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Meet Lexus for the First Furry Friends Friday!
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — Have you been on the search for a furry companion? We are here to help with Furry Friends Friday with the Lynchburg Humane Society! This week we are featuring Lexus the Kitten who is the star of the show! Kaci sat down in a discussion learning about the adoption process and how you could take Lexus home today.
Local resident traveling in Europe spots Lynchburg Police patch at pub in Dublin, Ireland
(WSET) — A local resident traveling on holiday in Europe had a reminder of home at the famous Temple Bar pub in Dublin, Ireland. Brigitta Cassidy said she was just "grabbing a pint" at the pub with her best friend when she spotted a "little piece of home on the wall."
E.C. Glass students get a 'fresh start with a fresh look' for the new school year
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Some students at E.C. Glass High School are heading into the new school year with a new look, thanks to the 'Glow up at Glass' event, held during registration on Thursday. E.C. Glass's Future Center Director Kara Douglas said a partnership between Beacon of Hope...
Auburn High School cancels varsity football season
The growing trend of students specializing in just one sport has diminished numbers for football at the Montgomery County school. The post Auburn High School cancels varsity football season appeared first on Cardinal News.
Animal abuse investigation underway at Danville pet business
DANVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Danville Police Department is investigating animal abuse at a pet business on Ash Street, where police say a dozen dogs were seized in poor condition. The evening of Thursday, August 15, officers responded to a complaint of possible animal abuse and neglect at Danville Pet...
Roanoke County superintendent greets students at Mount Pleasant Elementary School
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke County schools reopened their doors this morning for the first day of school. However, the place to be was Mount Pleasant Elementary School. The school threw a small welcome back event outside, and as kids got off the bus, they were greeted by teachers, as well as superintendent Dr. Ken Nicely and deputy superintendent Dr. Jamie Soltis.
Shooting in Roanoke leaves one man injured
There was a shooting in Roanoke on Friday morning that left one man injured. Roanoke Police Department said they were dispatched to the 1700 block of Hanover Ave NW just before 7 a.m. on Friday after reports of a shooting. After arriving, officers found an adult man who had non-life-threatening injuries. He was taken to the hospital for treatment by Roanoke Fire/EMS.
Schools are providing access to doctors and therapists before, during and after the school day
ROANOKE, Va. – Schools are now providing access to doctors and therapists before, during and after the school day. “Students learn best when they feel best and can attend class daily,” according to Roanoke City Public Schools. The school division has partnered with Hazel Health to support students’ physical and mental well-being without any out-of-pocket costs for families.
Coca Cola, Kroger team up for city school kids
Last year more than 600 children in the Roanoke City Public School system were identified as having experienced homelessness or housing insecurity. This afternoon as the new academic year gets underway, students in that category will be eligible to receive a backpack filled with food and school supplies. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
UMW to host debate for 7th District congressional candidates
The University of Mary Washington will host a public political debate between candidates for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District on Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. Derrick Anderson, the Republican candidate, and Eugene Vindman, the Democratic candidate, will face off in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium. The debate is being...
Virginia's Largest Orthopedic Provider Gets Patients On The Road To Recovery
WASHINGTON (7NEWS) — With over 150 orthopedic specialists and 35 convenient locations throughout Virginia, OrthoVirginia is Virginia’s largest provider of orthopedic medicine and one of the leading providers of physical, hand and occupational therapy. We are also the official orthopedic and sports medicine partner of the Washington Commanders!
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