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90 year old gas pipelines being replaced in Danville

Roanoke insurance broker weighs in on Affordable Care Act so far

New businesses coming to Towers Shopping Center

Hometown-Health — Surgeon General warning about skin cancer

Ponce De Leon apartment building opens in Roanoke

Dale Jr looking to pick up third win of season at Pocono — Dale Jr. looking to pick up third win of season at Pocono

Virginia Cavaliers leans on Parks for successful season — Virginia Cavaliers lean on Parks for successful season

Investigators search for third person involved in shootout

Bedford man is dead after violent chain of events

Cops take time to make art with kids in Roanoke

Blacksburg bike shops say Tech is taking their business

Computer glitch causes complications for adopting children

People in Danville forced to find a new place to live

Lynchburg s largest low-income apartment building closing — Lynchburg's largest low-income apartment building closing

Preparations for Thursday s Sheryl Crow concert in Roanoke — Preparations for Thursday's Sheryl Crow concert in Roanoke

Salem church wants to keep kids safe online

Bedford County burglary suspect killed by deputy after chase

Overloaded electrical socket causes Danville house fire

California couple die hours apart — Couple of 62 years die just hours apart

NATIONAL & WORLD NEWS

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Peace Corps removes workers over Ebola threat

Hundreds dead. Many more infected. Pervasive fear and denial, challenging authorities in west Africa who are trying to assess and address the Ebola crisis.
And it's only getting worse.
That's what government and humanitarian officials said Wednesday, a...
House authorizes lawsuit against Obama
Oops. Senate makes $2 billion error
Police: Man planned to eat girlfriend's dog
Is 2014 the deadliest year for flights?
CIA interrogation report could be released next week
Could a blood test predict suicides?

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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

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Celebs step into Israel-Gaza PR minefield

Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem calls Israel's treatment of Palestinians "genocide," while "Wonder Woman" actress Gal Gadot sends her "love and prayers" to Israeli soldiers in Gaza.
One Direction singer Zayn Malik, a Muslim born in England, received...
Police: Teen raped at Keith Urban show
Dave Bautista thrilled to put mind, muscle into 'Galaxy' guardian Drax
Drew Barrymore's half-sister found dead
R. Kelly concert appearance canceled

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SPORTS NEWS

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ESPN suspends Stephen A. Smith

ESPN on Tuesday announced a one-week suspension for one of its most controversial commentators, Stephen A. Smith, in the wake of his widely-criticized remarks about domestic abuse that referred to possible "provocation" by victims.
UPDATE: David Wilson reportedly leaves Giants practice early with "neck burner"
New Orleans Saints chowing down at The Greenbrier
NASCAR suspends Hamlin crew chief, Floyd native Grubb six races
FIFA asks Italy to investigate allegations of racism

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HEALTH NEWS

Surgeon General: Skin cancer a public health crisis

With cancer cases sky-rocketing, Acting Surgeon General Dr. Boris Lushniak issued a call to action on Tuesday to prevent the disease.
Peace Corps removes workers over Ebola threat
Roanoke insurance broker weighs in on Affordable Care Act so far
Could a blood test predict suicides?
FREE mammograms still available for Roanoke and Christiansburg dates

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GOOD NEWS

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Police officers join the Lansdowne community for an afternoon full of art

Some Roanoke City police officers took a break from their daily grind to get into one neighborhood. Art with Cops was held at Landsdowne Park on Wednesday.
New vending machine encourages employees, patients to eat healthier
Steppin' Out brings tourists, business to downtown Blacksburg
New forensic lab will enhance services, add jobs in the region
Salem softball tournament draws thousands, boosts local economy

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TECHNOLOGY NEWS

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Instagram unveils its answer to Snapchat

If you can't buy them, copy them.
WikiLeaks breaks gag order
Facebook to shut down Gifts service
AT&T strikes deal with Netflix to boost streaming speeds
Digital Duomo: Florence by smartphone

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IRRESISTIBLE NEWS

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Plastic surgeon sued over 'cocaine nose' photos

A woman is suing a plastic surgeon after he posted before and after photos of her facial reconstruction surgery on his website without her consent, labeling them "cocaine nose."
Couple wants to change middle names to 'Seamonster'
Man wins 2 $1 million jackpots in 3 months
Furniture made to look (and smell) like human skin
Man uses bedsheets to escape from jail

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LEISURE

Lemon-caper chicken on capellini

This quick dish will have you entertaining in no time.

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Would-be online house-hunting giant has brokers scared

For sale real estate — REUTERS/Larry Downing

The two biggest names in online house hunting -- Zillow and Trulia -- may be teaming up, a pairing that is making some real estate brokers nervous.

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Dog passes out with joy when owner returns

A dog is so happy when its owner returns from two years in Europe that it passes out in joy.

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Is 2014 the deadliest year for flights?

Some may wonder if, statistically, the skies are getting more dangerous. They may ask themselves whether 2014 is trending toward one of the deadliest years in aviation history. Experts say don't be nervous.

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FAMILY

Weddings? Babies? College kids registering for gifts too

Move over brides and expectant moms: Now college-bound kids want to be showered with gifts also.

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Home price increases continue at slower pace

Home prices continued to rise this spring, but the pace of increase has slowed since late last year.

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Weddings? Babies? College kids registering for gifts too

Move over brides and expectant moms: Now college-bound kids want to be showered with gifts also.

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U.S. economy bounces back sharply

What a relief. The deep economic contraction earlier this year was temporary after all.

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Your Hometown Soapbox — WDBJ7

Your Hometown Soap Box: Y&R, B&B changes, lies this week

Lori's Home Cookin' with Heart — Home Cookin' with Heart

WDBJ7 Anchor/Reporter Susan Bahorich — Susan Bahorich

WDBJ7 Anchor/Reporter Kimberly McBroom — Kimberly McBroom

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LOCAL PHOTOS

PHOTOS: Summer Music Games 2014

The 28th annual Summer Music Games took place Tuesday, July 29, at the Salem Football Stadium. Drum and bugle corps from across the United States attended the event.
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PHOTOS: FloydFest 13 Revolutionary

Thousands came out to FloydFest to enjoy a variety of musical acts. This year's headlining artists include: Lauryn Hill, Ziggy Marley and Buddy Guy. FloydFest takes place July 23-27. This is the festival's 13th year.
PHOTOS: Wish for Liam

Six-year-old Liam went through super hero training Friday. He patrolled the streets and restored order and safety to the city. Liam's wish was to be Spider-Man for a day. The Make-A-Wish Foundation made that possible. In years to come, people can look back and say they knew Spider-Liam.
PHOTOS: Car crashes into Roanoke deli

Two people were hurt Friday morning
PHOTOS: Ethan's new walker

Quality Auto Paint and Body made adjustments to Ethan's walker. The auto shop repainted it, put his name on it, added handlebar grips and made a bag for his iPad. Barbara Mosely sent these pictures to us.