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Updated: World War II-era plane crashes at West Virginia air show; pilot killed
The pilot of a World War II-era plane has died after it crashed and burst into flames at a West Virginia
air show Saturday in Martinsburg.
No spectators were reported injured.
The crash comes a day after a stunt pilot in Nevada crashed at an air show...Tags: World War II (1939-1945), Armed Conflicts, Federal Aviation Administration
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Governor announces conservation grant for Roanoke River Greenway in Salem
The City of Salem is receiving a grant from the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation to acquire nine acres to complete the Roanoke River Greenway project between Rotary Park and the city line. Another grant was awarded to the city for the trail...Tags: Energy Resources, Jamestown (Jamestown, Virginia), Natural Resource Industry, Mergers, Acquisitions and Takeovers, Agriculture
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North Carolina shipwrecks shine a light on hidden history of World War II
ReporterThe underwater images are impressive. High definition video of World War II shipwrecks teeming with sea life; vessels that haven't seen the surface in almost 70 years. The most famous battles of World War II were fought in places like Normandy and...Tags: Outer Banks, World War II (1939-1945), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Armed Conflicts, Attack on Pearl Harbor (1941)
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Fans in Roanoke wait hours for new video game
ReporterIt's already projected to be a best seller. "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" goes on sale at midnight and hundreds of fans camped out. "Gotta have the new one," says William Andrews, "It's brand new and I haven't had anything new to play for a while."...Tags: Gaming, Entertainment, CNN (tv network)
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Salem Red Sox thank military members
ReporterFew things in life are free these days. But on Tuesday, active military, veterans and their families received free tickets to the Salem Red Sox game. The team declared Tuesday 'military appreciation day'. Drinks were also discounted for military...Tags: Defense, U.S. Air Force, Armed Forces
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"I'm saying just shoot!"; Giles County woman recalls fox attack
Reporter"He's yelling: 'What can I do?' And I'm saying: 'Just shoot!'" Panzie Whittaker vividly remembers the fox attack. "I yelled at it to go but it didn’t move. It slowly started to walk toward me, and I'm thinking: 'This is not happening'," said...Tags: Giles County, Defense, Health, Firearms, Diseases and Illnesses
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Veterans Affairs hospital making changes to some services
The Veterans Affairs hospital in Salem is streamlining its mental health services.
Currently, there are 16 patients in the memory disorder ward.
They'll all be transferred to long-term facilities or another unit at the VA.
The reason for the shift is...Tags: Health, Defense, Long Term Care, Social Issues, Mental Health
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Local veteran receives Silver Star 61 years after combat
ReporterIt's known as the "forgotten war". But the actions of a local Korean War veteran are still remembered 61 years later. On Friday, Bob VandeLinde will receive the Silver Star. It's the military's third highest decoration. The ceremony will be held at the...Tags: Human Interest, Korean War (1950-1953)
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DAR Antique Expo returns to the Roanoke Valley
It's an antique collector's dream come true. Next weekend, Roanoke Valley's annual Antique Expo is coming to the Roanoke Civic Center.
This is the 45th year the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is sponsoring the event....Tags: Revolutions, American Revolutionary War (1775-1783), Civil Unrest, Human Interest
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Grand jury indicts ex-Franklin Co. deputy accused of killing ex-wife, shooting trooper
A Montgomery County grand jury has indicted a former Franklin County deputy accused of killing his ex-wife and getting into a shootout on Memorial Day.
On Tuesday, Jonathan Agee was indicted on five felonies:
Attempted capital murder of a law...Tags: Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Murder, Justice System, Montgomery County (Virginia), Franklin County (Virginia)
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Update: Confederate-style flags come down for good in Lexington?
Anchor/ReporterUpdate July 26, 2011 The flap over flags in Lexington has taken another turn as the group who jump-started the entire debate backs down. The Sons of Confederate Veterans wanted to fly a confederate-style flag on certain holidays. Now the group says...Tags: Freedom of the Press, Human Interest, Regional Authority, Memorial Day, Veterans Affairs
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Greenbrier Resort rich in history
ReporterThousands of golf fans will travel to White Sulphur Springs this week for the Greenbrier Classic. The tournament is only in its second year, but the resort where it's held is steeped in history. "There's this depth of history here that I don't think...Tags: Arts and Culture, World War II (1939-1945), History, Greenbrier Classic, U.S. Army
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