back to top

News

Police Clash With Protesters at VCU Pro-Palestine Event

Law enforcement officers arrested 13 individuals during a chaotic clash that involved use of chemical agents to break up a pro-Palestine encampment on the Monroe Park campus of Virginia...

Natural Bridge State Park Named Green Park of The Year

Natural Bridge State Park has been named Green Park of the Year by the Virginia...

Suzanne Youngkin and Roanoke Community Leaders Highlight It Only Takes One Campaign

The First Lady of Virginia Suzanne S. Youngkin and Senator David Suetterlein traveled to Straight...

Climbing Prices / Mortgage Rates Dampen VA’s Spring Housing Market

March home sales data reflects hesitation from both buyers and sellers According to the March 2024...

Generation Alpha Struggles to Navigate Increased Screen Time, Social Media Use

Connor attends Bailey Bridge Middle School in Chesterfield County and enjoys basketball, baseball, Taekwondo, musicals...

Retired Educator, Founder of Apple Ridge Farm Receives Award

Peter Lewis’ life is a testament to his calling – to help guide young people on a positive path.This longtime Roanoke City teacher, principal...

Roanoke City Launches “Recycle Coach” App for Residents

The City of Roanoke has launched "Recycle Coach", a mobile and web app that contains trash and recycling schedules tailored to individual addresses. On...

Greenbrier Classic Looks For Refreshing Return On PGA TOUR

The Greenbrier Classic PGA TOUR golf tournament is ready for its return the first week of July.Many people thought it questionable.One year ago, on...

Health Officials Offer Comprehensive Tips For Preventing Summer Illness & Injury

As water temperatures rise, so do visits to Virginia’s beaches, lakes and rivers and those seeking recreation ("re-creation") need to stop and rededicate themselves...

Master Gardener Training Offered in Roanoke

Master Gardeners are specially trained volunteers who work through Virginia Cooperative Extension to serve and educate their community. They teach youth, adults, and seniors...

Home Ownership Looking Up for First-time Buyers

Following a 10-year slump, the real estate market is improving for first-time home buyers -- but even more important, first-time home buyers are improving...