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Forecast

We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Saturday.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Ophelia brings tropical rainfall & gusty winds

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Meteorologist Bradford Ambrose
We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Saturday.

Safety

Kathryn Dooley

Police in search of endangered Vinton woman

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Kaitlyn Dillon
The Vinton Police is in search of a missing Vinton woman last reported seen at her home on Monday, September 18.

News

One person was trapped in a truck after a single-car accident according to the...

Firefighters rescue person trapped in truck after single-car accident

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Tynisha Jackson
One person was trapped in a truck after a single-car accident according to the Brookville-Timberlake Volunteer Fire Department’s Facebook page.

Weather News

Ophelia will throw wind and rain our way.

A list of Saturday events canceled or postponed due to weather

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
This weekend’s weather is impacting some of the local events.

Sports

FFE Week 4 Player of the Week Tanner Evans, Christiansburg High School

FFE Week 4 Player of the Week: Tanner Evans, Christiansburg

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Anthony Romano
The senior ran 21 times for 242 yards and five touchdowns against Cave Spring.

Friday Football Extra

Friday Football Extra: Week 5 Highlights

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Recaps from week five matchups from our area.

Safety

Roanoke Police Department

Roanoke Police Department receives more than 100 recommendations to improve public safety operations

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
The Center for Public Safety Management completed its assessment of RPD to optimize law enforcement resources.

Health

The health department did not cancel the festival

Virginia Department of Health investigates diarrheal illness complaints from Blue Ridge Rock Festival attendees

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
BRRF organizers posted another statement on social media citing weather concerns for the cancelation.

Business News

Goodwill Grocery Store set to open in Northwest Roanoke City.

First Goodwill Grocery store in the country will open in Roanoke

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:20 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
The organization plans to open a first-of-its-kind Goodwill grocery store on Melrose Avenue.

Crime

Dante William Hill

Man faces charges in Bedford Co. for crimes against children

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
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By Kaitlyn Dillon
A 23-year-old man has been arrested on Friday after an investigation regarding crimes against children.
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Schools

Roanoke County teacher asked to remove “All are safe in VA” sticker from office

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:06 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
This comes after Roanoke County Public School Board passed a new classroom display policy in July.

Community

Touch-A-Truck is back Saturday

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:58 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
Touch-A-Truck is back at Green Hill Park on Saturday for the first time since 2019.

Consumer

Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press and MICHELLE CHAPMAN
Amazon said limited advertisements will be aired during shows and movies starting early next year so that it can “continue investing in compelling content and keep increasing that investment over a long period of time.”

Fire

Botetourt Fire & EMS trains to battle fires

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
Botetourt Fire & E-M-S are training to make sure they are well prepared to battle structure fires.

Health

UVA Health researchers studying effects of space travel on the body

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By Leanna Scachetti
In addition to microgravity, astronauts will also deal with radiation, stress and the effects of sterile food.

Weather News

Appalachian Power prepping for tropical storm

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:34 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
The storm is not expected to pose a significant utility threat to Appalachian Power’s Virginia service territory, according to the utility.

Entertainment

Brewery holding Oktoberfest next week

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:10 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
There will be beer, food, vendors, music, a best-dressed contest and prizes.

Entertainment

Halloween-themed mystery events headed to Virginia

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:54 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Solve a murder mystery for Halloween.

Entertainment

Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is this weekend

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is September 23 and 24.

Schools

Lynchburg organizations partner to offer free job training for youth in need

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:26 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
The community gathered for a ribbon cutting Friday morning to celebrate the partnership between the Lynchburg Community Action Group and Old Dominion Job Corps.

Recreation

What should you expect at Roanoke Go Outside Festival?

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:18 PM EDT
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By Natalie Faunce
How you can explore some fun outdoor activities during Roanoke GO Outside Festival.

Here @ Home

Sheriff looks at Roanoke’s campaign to end violence

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:13 PM EDT
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By Natalie Faunce
Why city leaders launched Ceasefire, Victory in the Valley and how the community can help stop the shootings.

Lottery

Retired Marine wins $150k in Powerball drawing

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:43 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
“I hit them all but one!"

Weather News

First responders from our hometowns mobilized for effects of Ophelia

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:16 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Virginia emergency crews are at the ready to deal with effects of Tropical Storm Ophelia.

Military

Veteran resource event in Java canceled due to weather forecast

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:37 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
Free transportation is provided for veterans to and from the event.

Accident

Halifax County crash leaves one dead, two injured

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:34 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Virginia State Police are investigating the crash and say charges are pending.

Crime

Police release new photo of man wanted for double fatal shooting

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:07 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Edward L. Denoyer, 25 of Roanoke is wanted. Denoyer has an active warrant for Second-Degree Murder.

Entertainment

Festival Latino of Southern Virginia postponed due to weather forecast

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:34 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
The free event will include Central and South American food vendors, live music, and local organizations.

Weather News

Governor declares Virginia state of emergency ahead of potential tropical storm

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:27 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
The Virginia Emergency Support Team will activate for this incident.

Safety

Lord Botetourt High School lockdown lifted

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:10 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The lockdown began at 12:30 p.m. Friday following a report of a possible threat.

Science

WATCH: NASA readies to receive asteroid rock sample

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:25 PM EDT
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By Leanna Scachetti
We're speaking with a planetary scientist about the arrival of NASA's first asteroid sample returning to Earth.

Crime

Man arrested for Hershberger Road shooting

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:11 PM EDT
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By Justin Geary
26-year-old Marquest Hairston of Roanoke turned himself in to police Thursday without incident.

Recalls

More than 250,000 children’s books recalled

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:03 PM EDT
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By Debra Worley
More than 250,000 board books are being recalled for a potential choking hazard to young children.

Crime

LPD investigating potential swatting call

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:43 AM EDT
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By Justin Geary
Lynchburg police are investigating a hostage situation reported Wednesday as a swatting call.

Crime

Police serve warrant on Hillcrest Avenue in Lynchburg

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:58 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Lynchburg Police were gathered along Hillcrest Avenue with a tactical team Friday morning.

Investigation

Whereabouts of missing Franklin County family still a mystery

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:02 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
A missing mother and three children from Franklin County are still being sought, according to the sheriff’s office.

Consumer

Apple again issues ‘important security updates’ for iPhone

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:41 AM EDT
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By Gray News staff
The security flaws “may have been actively exploited."

Mornin'

MORNIN’ MOTIVATIONS: The importance of celebrating birthdays, no matter your age

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:21 AM EDT
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By Kimberly McBroom
Relationships matter tremendously and we are given the annual opportunity to celebrate together

Education

US education chief considers new ways to discourage college admissions preference for kids of alumni

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:47 AM EDT
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By The Associated Press and COLLIN BINKLEY and CAROLE FELDMAN
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said legacy admissions must be revisited for the sake of diversity on campuses following the recent Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.

Education

Liberty University and Spirit Airlines partner to launch Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway Program

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:32 AM EDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
Liberty becomes the 10th partner to join Spirit’s collegiate pilot training program.

Entertainment

HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: “RuPaul’s Drag Race: Night of the Living Drag” Halloween spectacular coming to Roanoke

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:18 AM EDT
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By Kimberly McBroom
Every number will represent an episode of the iconic show, "The Twilight Zone"

Schools

Controversy continues over Virginia’s new transgender model policies

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:44 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
One by one, students, parents and community members expressed their gratitude and disappointment in the board.

Economy

Commonwealth’s impact from UAW strike weighed

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 7:32 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
The United Auto Workers strike is now a week old. And the longer it goes, the greater the chance we’ll see an impact here in western Virginia.

Politics

Senators Warner & Kaine warn of Virginia impacts in government shutdown

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 7:07 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
Virginia’s U.S. Senators are warning of the impact here in the Commonwealth if Congress is unable to avoid a government shutdown.

Science

NASA says there is an asteroid it’s monitoring that could potentially impact Earth

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT
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By Jordan Gartner
NASA says an asteroid called Bennu has a chance of impacting Earth late in the 22nd century.

Business News

LFA Kids Consignment sale happening at Berglund Center this weekend

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:47 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
A sale that will help get your kids ready for the colder months is taking place at the Berglund Center.

Economy

Childcare facilities express concerns over lack of funding

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
Childcare facilities are concerned with the lack of funding for families to place their kids in childcare.

Health

Danville BrightView Health celebrates one-year anniversary with community and patients

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:29 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
BrightView health is celebrating a special occasion, and is taking time to recognize patients who have hit major milestones.

Entertainment

St. Albans Sanatorium haunted attraction opens Friday

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:08 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
The haunted attraction begins the 2023 season Friday night.

Economy

First home sold through New River Home Trust

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
The home is owned by the family but the land is rented.
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