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Marion says July 4th fireworks will depend on contributions for a bigger bang
ReporterFireworks are a popular Fourth of July tradition in Marion, and this year the Smyth County town is hoping residents will help to cover the cost. Faced with rising expenses and dwindling dollars, leaders say the town cannot shoulder the entire cost...Tags: Human Interest, Smyth County, Sales
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Dolly Parton talks hometown impact and future career plans
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefHer sweet, southern charm has endeared her to millions of fans in a career spanning six decades. Dolly Parton is a world-renowned singer, songwriter, actress, author and philanthropist. "It's a proud feeling," said Parton. "Not a vain feeling, but a...Tags: Music, Amusement and Theme Parks, Trips and Vacations, Theme Park Vacations, Travel
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Bedford job fair highlights positive signs in local economy
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefHundreds turned out for an event in Bedford Tuesday, to meet with employers who are anxious to hire. The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce held its first ever job fair at the Central Virginia Community College Bedford Campus. More than 30 businesses...Tags: Employment Opportunities, Employment, Bedford (Bedford, Virginia), Career and Workplace, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia)
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Musicians looking for another place to play
WDBJ7 anchor/reporterSome Roanoke musicians are scrambling to find a new place to play. They were booked at Growler's American Grill and Venue at Towers Shopping Center, but went out of business Sunday. Growler's welcomed musicians of all kinds to Roanoke for 13 years. It...Tags: Music Industry, Music, Restaurant and Catering Industry, Entertainment
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Crews in Salem keeping a close eye on Roanoke River
WDBJ7 ReporterThe Roanoke River is high right now and for homes and businesses nearby, that means potential danger. WDBJ7 has been out near the Roanoke River since 4 a.m. Tuesday morning keeping an eye out on Mill Lane Bridge in Salem. The Roanoke River is moving... -
Could just one building revitalize a whole part of downtown Roanoke?
WDBJ7 ReporterThe proposal is relatively simple, ten dollars for a whole building. The old downtown Roanoke YMCA will take millions to fix up, but developers say if it all works, the dividends could be much greater. It's just a proposal at this point; city council...Tags: YMCA, Clubs and Associations, Manufacturing and Engineering, Heavy Engineering, Lifestyle and Leisure
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Downtown Roanoke businesses pleased with a very busy weekend
WDBJ7 ReporterWhether you look at it as a perfect storm for success or disaster, downtown Roanoke was busy last Saturday. If the Chili Cookoff wasn't enough, maybe the Strawberry Festival was. If the Chili Cookoff and the Strawberry Festival wasn't enough, maybe the...Tags: Arts and Culture, Festive Events, Strawberries, Kentucky Derby, Cinco de Mayo
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Groups, merchants meet in downtown Roanoke to talk about future
WDBJ7 Multimedia JournalistRoanoke welcomed local groups, leaders and merchants to the downtown district Thursday morning. Valley Bank sponsored this year’s Downtown Roanoke Inaugural Office Tour. The event started with a lunch at the Hotel Roanoke. Participants talked... -
Kaine expects Marketplace Fairness Act to pass Senate early next week
WDBJ7 Multimedia JournalistSome Roanoke small business owners are begging Virginia leaders to put all merchants on the same playing field. Virginia Senator Tim Kaine (D) was in town on Wednesday to hear what owners had to say about the Marketplace Fairness Act. Online retailers...Tags: Timothy M. Kaine, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Computing and Information Technology Industry, Small Businesses
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Positive economic trend continues as more small businesses move to Roanoke
WDBJ7 ReporterFrom restaurants to unique boutiques, you can find pretty much anything you need in the Roanoke area. With the growing popularity of what's being called an "old fashioned downtown" and the "buy local" initiative, more and more small business owners...Tags: Washington, DC, Hamburgers, Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, Virginia), Restaurant and Catering Industry, Lifestyle and Leisure
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A Franklin County man warns don't get suckered by online divorce company
WDBJ7 Anchor/ReporterMatthew Miles knew getting a divorce would be difficult but not for the reasons he thought. "I came across it from what you see right there in the phone book," says Miles. It's the first listing in the Yellow Pages. A company promising to help you...Tags: New York City, Family, Franklin County (Virginia), Credit and Debt, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia)
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Hundreds turn out to protect their security
reporterSpring cleaning went to a new level Saturday. Hundreds came out for the Better Business Bureau's annual shred event at the Salem Civic Center. 'Secure Your ID Day' was supposed to start at 8o'clock Saturday morning, but so many people turned out the...
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