Kimberly McBroom
WDBJ7 Morning and Noon Anchor
Roanoke, VA
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Kimberly first developed an interest in broadcasting after spending her high school years performing in various theatrical productions. She later decided that working in communications could combine her love of journalism, as well as acting.
After spending four years at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Kimberly returned to Roanoke -- and eventually back to WDBJ7. She started as Weekend Weather Anchor, and became Morning Weathercaster and Co-Anchor in January of 1997.
Kimberly lives in Roanoke with her husband Kevin, son Christopher and daughter Caitlin.
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Mathnasium of Roanoke now open to help families struggling with math work at home
BusyKid app offers way for kids to learn how to budget their money, and do charitable giving.
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In Episode 8 of WDBJ7+ KidsCast, in addition to some kid-friendly headlines, we’re enjoying story time with Kimberly McBroom, we’re going on a virtual field trip to the Star City School of Ballet where we do some stretching exercises together. After that, Weather Wise Guy shows us similarities between ballerinas and tornadoes. And then it's craft time! We're making leaping dancers out of paper cups!
Prevention Council of Roanoke County is offering tips to parents to help keep kids safe during virtual learning.
YOVASO launches new statewide effort to get teen drivers and passengers to buckle up
The award is given annually by the Virginia Emergency Management Association for “outstanding efforts to educate and inform the public about Emergency Management or during a significant disaster situation.”
YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge running five enrichment centers to help students navigate online classes
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 15-year-old Roanoke native Evers Beck is celebrating three years of not needing treatment, after his brain tumor diagnosis at the age of 10.
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare is offering an awareness campaign on social media, and also giving away free trigger locks and medication lock boxes to help prevent suicide in kids and teens.
A Salem mom who's opted for 100 percent virtual education for her son is hoping to connect with other families doing the same.
Local counselor and parenting educator Decca Knight weighs in on the potential long-term loss of learning due to pandemic, and how parents can help their kids
Pediatricians say parents shouldn't worry about potential COVID-19 exposure in medical offices, and need to bring kids in for vaccines, including the flu shot
Franklin County mom and autism advocate Lavada Guthrie says it's crucial for kids with special needs to get back into the classroom.
Roanoke County mom shares her plan to do all virtual learning for her three kids
With changing school schedules, many families are dealing with having to pay extra child care costs. There's help available through programs like United Way of Roanoke Valley's Smart2Start and Child Care Aware of VA.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia and other local organizations are making adjustments to allow for more kids during the upcoming school year
Mom blogger Caitlyn Scaggs says a positive outlook can help families navigate the new normal.
Dr. Carolyn Goodspeed of Goodspeed Learning Consultants says to keep kids reading each day, find creative ways to help them learn while they're home from school. She also suggests making a plan now for how you will navigate the upcoming school year.
Macaroni Kid Roanoke publisher Beth Bell says talking to kids about embracing other races and cultures at a young age is crucial.
Colin and Becky Bernard have four children, but want to add another child to fulfill a dream they started 16 years ago.
A financial expert says despite the pandemic, now is not the time to stop contributing to your child's college fund.
Foster care applicants are waiting for placements, amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Decca Knight, owner of Blue Ridge Parenting & Consulting is taking her parenting advice online to help families coping with the COVID-19 pandemic
Roanoke Prevention Alliance has created a calendar with tips to help families build resilience amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Social distancing is tough on teens who miss their friends. These challenges are designed to keep them busy and having fun.
Tyler Hettig's dad says he's a helpful kid, and is using his 10th birthday to help those most in need
The coronavirus pandemic is causing at-risk kids to be in more danger, and putting a strain on foster care services.
Kids Soar is serving as a food pantry for the families they serve, as well as the general public.
Parent educator and mediator Eddy Smart helps guide Roanoke Valley families through divorce.
From empty newsrooms to our anchors practicing social distancing, the coronavirus has changed the way Your Hometown Station operates.
Lesley Butterfield works with Macaroni Kid Roanoke, and has advice on putting together a successful at-home schedule
United Way of Roanoke Valley offers a checklist and guidance for parents, as they search for the right preschool program.
Parents have plenty of options of half and full-day camps offering everything from outdoor activities to special interests like art and cooking.
New production is part of Roanoke Children's Theatre RCT4Teens series of issue-oriented productions.
Family Service of Roanoke Valley works to build self esteem through its Teen Outreach Program to prevent young people from becoming victims.
Mindy Woodford says you don't have to be super crafty to create comforting blankets for children.
Mary Paige Larsen says a mini-stroke served as a wake-up call that she needed to make some healthy changes.
City leaders say developers are lobbying for the opportunity to build and redevelop.
Jen Marie Cliff has created a free, downloadable planner for moms to make time for themselves in the new year
One seventh grader raised $500 through Facebook to provide clothes, shoes and other items for his friend.
For this week's Hometown Holiday Helpers pick, WDBJ7 anchor Kimberly McBroom chose a 73-year-old grandmother who works full-time helping to care for other seniors, and has suffered several major setbacks herself this year.
16-year-old Emma Cleveland says dance has trained her physically and mentally, which helps with other aspects of her life
A child's resilience and personality are key factors in how much bullying impacts him or her.
Roanoke County Schools focusing more on peer intervention to prevent bullying
Longtime instructor says teens need to recognize lack of experience, and learn to drive defensively