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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, Trips and Vacations, Entertainment, Business, Travel
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Tonight at 6:00: WDBJ7 goes one-on-one with Dolly Parton
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefA country legend is sharing her plans for the future in an interview you will only see on WDBJ7. Your Hometown News Leader is the only local station to sit down for a one-on-one interview with Dolly Parton. She talked about her theme park in Pigeon...Tags: Trips and Vacations, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Travel, Theme Park Vacations
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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...Tags: Southern U.S. Storms (2011), Jennie Garth, Strep Throat, Parenting, Separation Anxiety
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UPDATE: Governor McDonnell issues flag order for fallen Trooper from Southwest Virginia
Governor McDonnell has issued a flag order in memory of a Virginia State Trooper from Southwest Virginia who died in the line of duty last week. McDonnell has ordered that the Virginia flag over the state Capitol building in Richmond be flown at half-...
Tags: Pulaski County (Virginia), Funeral Parlor and Crematorium, First Aid, Politics, Grayson County
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Franklin County man buys winning $100,000 scratch-off ticket at his job
A man from Wirtz won $100,000 on a Virginia Lottery scratch off ticket, and bought the ticket from the place where he works. Herman Dooley won the big prize on the 10x Money Scratcher Game. Dooley bought the ticket at Stop In Food Store on Booker T....
Tags: Franklin County (Virginia), Booker T. Washington, Services and Shopping
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Roanoke Native Featured in Documentary
WDBJ-TV Anchor/ReporterHer work has been in museums around the world. Now this artist from Roanoke is being featured in a documentary. In the late 1930's Dorothy Gillespie's parents wanted her to be a teacher, but she wanted to head off to New York City to be an artist. Her...Tags: New York City, Museums, Arts, Rockefeller Center, Documentary (genre)
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Roanoke County apartment complex will require renters insurance
WDBJ7 ReporterSome residents of an apartment complex in Roanoke County that caught on fire Tuesday told WDBJ7 that a letter was sent out that would require residents to purchase renters insurance. Little did they know how much they would need it two months later....Tags: Rentals, Apartments
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UPDATED: Residents pick up the pieces after Roanoke County apartment fire
WDBJ7 is hearing stories from the people who escaped a fire at an apartment complex in Roanoke County Tuesday night. Residents are picking up the pieces after a fire at the Cedar Point Apartment complex. It started on a second-floor balcony and then...
Tags: Rentals, Patrick Henry, American Red Cross, Relief and Aid Organizations, Disasters and Accidents
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Insurance adjusters access damage, fire victims salvage personal items at Roanoke County apartments
Weekend Anchor/ReporterInsurance adjusters started accessing the damage at Cedar Point apartments Thursday. Fire victims were also there trying to salvage more of their personal items. Property managers said everything has to be removed by the middle of next week. Some...Tags: American Red Cross, Charity
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Twenty-five years later: Fans remember Lakeside Amusement Park in Salem
ReporterIf you grew up in this area, chances are you visited Lakeside Amusement Park in Salem. Located at the intersection of East Main Street and Electric Road, the park was a favorite summer retreat for residents of Roanoke and Salem through the 1970s and...Tags: Tourism and Leisure, Trips and Vacations, Entertainment, Travel, Theme Park Vacations
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