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Two men hurt after shooting in Northwest RoanokeWSLS2 DAYS AGO
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Two men hurt after shooting in Northwest RoanokeROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke Police are investigating a shooting they said happened around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday morning in the 3000 block of Williamson Road NW. Responding officers said they did not locate any victims on scene, but did find property damage and evidence consistent with a shooting. A...Roanoke, VA2 days ago
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Warm, humid air returns with passing showers and stormsA few showers and storms are possible on Tuesday, but expect even fewer than Monday. This means most of us will stay dry aside from a stray shower and/or storm. Afternoon highs will be in the 80s all across our hometowns. Our feels-like temperatures will be around 5 degrees warmer. It will feel like the low-mid 90s for some.Roanoke, VA14 hours ago
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FOX8 NewsVirginia man charged with murder after man assaulted in Winston-Salem at Salem Lake Park dies, police sayWINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A Virginia man has been charged with murder in connection to a homicide investigation after a man died in Winston-Salem, according to a Winston-Salem Police Department news release At about 7:50 a.m. on March 21, Winston-Salem police responded to a report of a person who appeared to have been assaulted lying […]
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A new YMCA is coming to Tanglewood MallROANOKE, Va. – The YMCA is opening later this year in Tanglewood Mall. The new Y is slated to open on the second floor and will be 46,000 square feet, featuring pickleball courts, hot yoga studios, saunas and a gym. There will also be two areas for kids. However, this location will not feature a pool like the other YMCA branches in the Virginia Blue Ridge group.Roanoke, VA11 hours ago
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Construction begins on new Washington Park poolConstruction is underway on the new Washington Park pool. Roanoke Parks and Recreation leaders said it’s set to open next summer. The new pool will have lap lanes and additional features including a lazy river, 14-foot slide, an area with tumble buckets, water mushroom fountain, and a kiddie slide.Roanoke, VA23 hours ago
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Man experiencing homelessness raises money to help injured stray cat - The SprintROANOKE, Va. – How far would you go to save your pet? Well, one man experiencing homelessness is going above and beyond to ensure his fur baby is in good health. In today’s episode of the Sprint, find out how he’s leaning on the public to help an injured stray cat named Bugs.Roanoke, VA11 hours ago
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Furry Friends: Marshmallow melts heartsROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Each week WFXR News highlights adoptable pets filling up animal shelters across Southwest and Central Virginia. On Tuesday, June 4, Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) volunteers Anita Finkle and Kathy Bauman brought Marshmallow to the WFXR News Studio. Two-year-old Marshmallow weighs about...Roanoke, VA5 hours ago
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Community input sought for project looking to improve traffic flow on Route 419 in Roanoke CountyROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – The Virginia Department of Transportation is slated to hold a public hearing where the community can provide input on a project that’s looking to improve safety and traffic flow on Route 419 near Tanglewood Mall. The meeting will be held on June 17 from...13 hours ago
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North entrance ramp clear after crash on I-581 in Roanoke CountyROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT reports the north entrance ramp clear after a crash on I-581 in Roanoke County. All traffic is now moving normally. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Virginia Department of Transportation says there is currently a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 581 North near mile marker 2.2 in Roanoke County.1 day ago
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Rabid skunk diagnosed in SalemSALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has confirmed a rabid skunk in Salem. The skunk was confirmed positive for rabies by VDH May 31 in the area of Virginia Avenue in Salem after Salem City Animal Control picked up the skunk May 23. Anyone with information...Salem, VA1 day ago
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Beyond The Forecast - Why is the forecast this hurricane season so active?ROANOKE, Va. – Happy Monday, and welcome to another edition of Beyond The Forecast. Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its forecast for the 2024 hurricane season, and they’ve never forecast a number this high right out of the gates. It may seem bullish, but there...Roanoke, VA1 day ago
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Valley Church to have Grand Opening of Youth Ministry CenterROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Valley Church is having a Grand Opening and Open House for its Kids Ministry Center Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. Senior Pastor Jason Cook sits down with 7@four to discuss the reason for this center and what they hope to accomplish with its opening. Valley...Roanoke, VA1 day ago
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RAM House moving towards goal of new, larger homeSometime next year is the target for the RAM House day shelter – which assists the homeless and underserved – to make the big move from a former church it now leases on Campbell Avenue to its larger, donated and renovated home on Elm Avenue. An update from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:Roanoke, VA1 day ago
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Tracking waves of scattered showers, storms Sunday into the weekROANOKE, Va. – Following days of pleasant weather and low humidity, we’re due for a little bit of rain. That’s about what we’ll get Sunday. After an early morning round of showers, we’ll track scattered afternoon and evening storms out of the west. It’s not...Roanoke, VA2 days ago
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Jamaal Jackson withdraws from Roanoke City Council raceROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke City Council Candidate Jamaal L. Jackson has withdrawn from the 2024 race. Jackson issued a statement to his Facebook page on Sunday stating the following:. “After careful consideration and reflection, I have decided to withdraw from the 2024 Roanoke City Council race. This decision is...Roanoke, VA1 day ago
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WFXRPinpoint Weather: Daily rain chances as heat buildsROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Humidity will continue to build across the region on Tuesday, making it feel like late spring or early summer. Showers and storms are expected to return Tuesday afternoon as we warm up, before dissipating during the evening hours as temperatures cool off. Temperatures will be above average for most of the […]
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Cardinal NewsFinal Four ref from Roanoke earned his spot in the ACC by doing the right thing ‘when nobody else is watching’Roanoke basketball referee Roger Ayers got hired by the ACC after he passed a crucial test: He treated a hotel desk clerk well.The post Final Four ref from Roanoke earned his spot in the ACC by doing the right thing ‘when nobody else is watching’ appeared first on Cardinal News.
Salem, VA13 hours ago
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Gas prices in Roanoke average $3.32 per gallonROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ/GasBuddy Release) - Average gasoline prices in Roanoke have fallen 4.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.32/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 155 stations in Roanoke. Prices in Roanoke are 4.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 10.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 1.8 cents in the last week and stands at $3.82 per gallon.Roanoke, VA1 day ago
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Report: City of Salem's EMS has Ceased OperationsWDTV is reporting that officials with the city have confirmed that Salem EMS has decided to cease operations. In a Salem City Council meeting, a decision was made to close the EMS department as of 10 a.m. Monday. Officials cited ongoing low call volume that will not support financial sustainability as the reason for the closure.Salem, VA1 day ago
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