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Bedford County amputee prepares for competition

Bumper sticker reminds people about Move Over law

One woman s way of keeping her husband s memory alive — One woman's way of keeping her husband's memory alive

Harsh weather s impact on peach crop — Harsh weather's impact on peach crop

School supplies — Little changes in school supply lists over the years

National softball tournament brings large crowds

Lord Botetourt hopes to build on last season s success — Lord Botetourt hopes to build on last season's success

Mabry Mill in working order after months of renovations

Rolex watch is key piece of evidence in McDonnell trial

Schools must follow specific rules regarding head injuries

Possible trash compactor in downtown Roanoke

Roanoke magazine brings meaning to Growing Up — Roanoke magazine brings meaning to 'Growing Up'

Hi-tech greenhouse plants first tomatoes in Dublin

Fans begin filling Elmwood Park for Sheryl Crow concert

Johnnie Williams admits buying Rolex watch was a mistake

Few options for Lynchburg residents forced to find new homes

Amputee MMA fighter — Teen amputee trains for MMA fights

Teen sets self on fire Texas — Teen sets self ablaze in viral 'fire challenge'

NATIONAL & WORLD NEWS

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3-day cease-fire begins in Gaza

A cease-fire in Gaza came under threat Friday only hours after it took effect.
Eight Palestinians were killed and 15 others injured by Israeli artillery shelling in Rafah in southern Gaza on Friday, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported, ...
FAA restricts flights over Iraq
Tropical Storm Bertha forms in the Atlantic
Taiwan blasts rip trench in roads, 25 dead
Bill Clinton: 'I could have killed' Osama bin Laden
Immigration vote halted
3-day cease-fire announced in Mideast conflict

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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Ticket sales for Va. fair begin online in August

Advance tickets for the 2014 State Fair of Virginia are set to go on sale next month.
'Sharknado 2' runaway ratings hit
Michael Rooker has blast turning blue for Yondu in 'Galaxy'
Dave Bautista thrilled to put mind, muscle into 'Galaxy' guardian Drax
Justin Bieber vs. Orlando Bloom: Feud fuels buzz

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SPORTS NEWS

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Bedford County amputee prepares to compete in global athletic event

A Bedford County man will represent the United States in a global athletic event next week.
High school football season under way, head injuries under microscope
Ravens' Rice: 'My actions were inexcusable'
David Wilson out indefinitely
Spanish soccer team wears tuxedo uniform

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HEALTH NEWS

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Americans infected with Ebola to be evacuated

The fear began just after news broke Thursday that a long-range business jet with an isolation pod left the United States for Liberia, where it will evacuate two Americans infected with Ebola.
Twitter exploded with questions about the deadly virus, w...
Ebola vaccine tests planned soon, NIH says
Jury seated in peanut salmonella trial for former Lynchburg area company
Could Ebola come to the United States?
What is Ebola and why does it kill?

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GOOD NEWS

Sheryl Crow rocks Roanoke

The concert may be over, but those who live here are still reeling after Sheryl Crow's performance Thursday in Elmwood Park.
Shop tax-free for back to school August 1 through August 3
Police officers join the Lansdowne community for an afternoon full of art
New vending machine encourages employees, patients to eat healthier
Steppin' Out brings tourists, business to downtown Blacksburg

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TECHNOLOGY NEWS

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Five years on, millions still dig 'FarmVille'

It started out as a simple concept. Let people virtually grow gardens, raise farm animals and become farmers. It soon became a social media and gaming phenomenon.
Six obstacles to being a cyborg
Uber-inspired app brings a doc to your door
Kim Kardashian's game makes $700,000 a day
Is the iPad doomed?

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New ice cream changes color as you lick it

A Spanish physicist has invented a new flavor of ice cream that changes color as it is licked.
Father-to-be takes hilarious 'maternity pictures'
Cronut creator unveils ice cream sundae in a can
Plastic surgeon sued over 'cocaine nose' photos
Couple wants to change middle names to 'Seamonster'

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LEISURE

Yukon Gold potato soup with black olive caviar

Yukon Golds bring their buttery flavor to this party.

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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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FAA restricts flights over Iraq

The Federal Aviation Administration has restricted all planes traveling over Iraq from flying at or below 30,000 feet, a threshold similar to the altitude of a Malaysian airliner that was downed over Ukraine.

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FAMILY

Mom arrested after letting child walk to park

Woman arrested after letting son go to park — Courtesy Nicole Gainey

After letting her 7-year-old son walk from their home to a park to play, a Florida mother faces up to five years in jail for child neglect.

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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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Students, parents borrowing less to pay for college

While college costs and student loan bills have soared over the past decade, some students and their families are finding ways to spend (and borrow) less.

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Dow plunges 317 points, now down for year

The best thing we can say about Thursday's stock market trading is that it is now over. The Dow fell 317 points, erasing all of its gains for the year.

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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.