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News

State lawmakers act on hundreds of bills to reach crossover

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Joe Dashiell
The Virginia House of Delegates and the Virginia Senate have reached crossover, the point in the General Assembly session when each chamber completes work on its own legislation.

News

COVID test generic

Mostly good news in Roanoke for COVID, Flu, Hepatitis A

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Leanna Scachetti
Meanwhile, public health leaders are monitoring a strain of strep for which the rate of infection is nearing pre-pandemic levels.

Education

Tracy Walder shared her insight with cadets

The ‘Unexpected Spy’, former CIA and FBI agent, shares leadership advice with Virginia Military Institute cadets

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
Tracy Walder shared her insights on the recent Chinese spy balloon that was shot down over the weekend.

Community

YMCA At Virginia Tech

YMCA at VT holds Souper Bowl Challenge

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Andrew Webb
Participants tasted soups from five different restaurants around the area including Next Door Bakeshop, Our Daily Bread, Zeppolis, Blue Ridge Mountain Catering and Souper Hero.

Education

Pittsylvania County adds STEM Career Academy for 9th and 10th graders

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Makayla Shelton
They now have the opportunity to earn high school credit while learning about welding, automation and robotics, health care, and more.

Safety

Missing Galax teens found safe

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Galax Police say two teens missing since Monday have been found safe.

Economy

Blacksburg tax revenues nearing pre-pandemic levels

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Andrew Webb
The town believes this is a positive sign for growth following the tough economic times but acknowledges inflation also plays a role in these tax revenues.

Health

‘Nourish Your Baby’ event series kicks off in Roanoke

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
The support group will meet every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. at the Williamson Road Branch Library.

Safety

Speed cameras installed at Hurt Elementary School to increase safety

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Makayla Shelton
They will start issuing $100 fines on March 8 for speeding over 25 mph during school start and dismissal times.

Crime

Bedford County School Board member arrested for assault

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Matthew Holbrook, 40, represents District 2 on the board.
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Safety

Student found with gun at Chesterfield high school

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By NBC12 Newsroom
In an email to families, the school’s principal confirmed that the gun was found on Tuesday.

Business News

One Famous Anthony’s restaurant closing; another staying open

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
“It has not been an easy decision, but one we feel is necessary for us as we continue to rebuild our relationship with the community.”

High School

Attendance restrictions dropped for Martinsville high school basketball games

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Restrictions were put into place in January after fans caused a disturbance by rushing the gym floor during a game.

Lottery

Six winning Powerball tickets purchased in Virginia

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Justin Geary
Five of the tickets won $50,000 each and the other ticket won $100,000.

Schools

Roanoke City School Board seeking public input on building name nominations

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Justin Geary
The public may provide input on the nominations by submitting a short survey, which is open until Tuesday, Feb. 28.

Community

Lynchburg Fire Department raises more than $68,000 for Muscular Dystrophy Association

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Will Thomas
Each year, the Lynchburg Fire Department raises money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association in its "Fill the Boot" campaign.

Health

Roundtable discussion in Alleghany County outlines impact of opioid crisis

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Will Thomas
Cardinal News hosted a discussion at the Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge where author Beth Macy and community leaders spoke about it extensively.

Crime

Man shot Monday in Martinsville

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 10:37 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
A 19-year-old man was flown to a hospital Monday.

College

No. 11 Virginia Tech women top No. 22 N.C. State 73-61 in Play4Kay

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 9:07 PM EST
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By The Associated Press
Georgia Amoore scored a career-high 27 points with five 3-pointers.

Health

House budget proposal includes funding for Catawba Hospital expansion

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 7:09 PM EST
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By Joe Dashiell
Budget amendments approved by the House Appropriations Committee include $14.7 million for the plan to expand Catawba Hospital.

Investigation

Shooting at Roanoke supermarket reveals “substantial evidence” showing self-defense

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 6:08 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
Roanoke Police released the suspect over the weekend and he is not facing any charges.

Black History Month

Henrietta Lacks statue artists make progress on dedication sculpture in Roanoke

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 5:36 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
Roanoke City leaders exceeded their original fundraising goal by $20,000.

Education

Bedford County D-Day Memorial teaches kids about World War II during mini-camp

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 5:21 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
This was the first year the memorial hosted a mini-camp.

Development

Pulaski hosting information session on waterline project

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 4:56 PM EST
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By Andrew Webb
Contractors have the contract until the end of April.

Accident

Bedford Co. crash along 460 cleared

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 4:50 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
The crash was near Thaxton School Rd; Rt. 831E/W.

Politics

Mayor cites town’s accomplishments in ‘State of Blacksburg’

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 4:40 PM EST
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By Andrew Webb
She says those efforts put the town in a good position moving forward.

Fire

Wytheville Fire & Rescue chief stepping down after four years

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 4:22 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
He was the first career chief with the department, following a succession of volunteer chiefs.

Fire

Lynchburg firefighter hurt fighting industrial fire

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 2:41 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
Damage to the building is minimal, according to the fire department.

Community

Love is in the air: Danville Riverview Rotary Club hosts Field of Gratitude, Love & Peace

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 1:18 PM EST
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By Makayla Shelton
They met their goal to raise $5,000 for an initiative to eradicate Polio across the world.

Accident

Two students injured in crash involving Carroll County school bus

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 11:32 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
11 kids were on the bus at the time of the crash.

Investigation

Two hurt in argument-turned-stabbing in Roanoke

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 10:45 AM EST
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By Pat Thomas
Preliminary investigation indicates there was an argument between two men, and the argument led to a physical fight and stabbing.

Crime

New River Health District warning residents of door-to-door scam

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 8:55 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
Pulaski County police have been notified about people knocking on doors during the evening hours in multiple Dublin neighborhoods.

Grown Here at Home

Grown Here at Home: The impact of inflation on greenhouse growers

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 7:44 AM EST
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By Neesey Payne
Normally, at this time of year, the crew at Woods Farms in Franklin County would be filling up every greenhouse, but that’ll have to happen a little later.

Consumer

Gas prices in Roanoke down 6.9 cents in the past week

Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 5:30 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Roanoke was priced at $2.97 per gallon yesterday while the most expensive was $3.69 per gallon, a difference of 72 cents per gallon.

Economy

Job-seekers can get connected with employers at virtual hiring event

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 11:11 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
The virtual hiring fair will take place on Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Entertainment

‘Say What?’ Wild stories of the week recap

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 9:31 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
Keeping you updated on the more random stories you might have missed this week on WDBJ7.com and our social channels.

Politics

House and Senate money committees release competing budget amendments

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 8:27 PM EST
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By Joe Dashiell
The money committees in the General Assembly released competing budget proposals Sunday.

Community

Family is grateful to Bedford firefighters for supporting student bullied at school

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 5:47 PM EST
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By Patsy Montesinos
“We decided that we were going to try to go and sit with him and try to help him kind of get through this tough time and let them know that he’s not alone."

Education

Botetourt County Public Schools celebrates academic success

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 5:36 PM EST
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By Patsy Montesinos
Out of 132 school divisions across Virginia, they ranked 4th in math and 7th in overall reading.

Sports

AP: Kyrie Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 4:25 PM EST
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By Tim Reynolds
The Mavericks will trade Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith and a package of draft picks to the Nets.

Crime

Nelson County deputy injured; man charged with attempted murder after car chase

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 10:46 AM EST
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By Sophia Borrelli
Police arrested 39-year-old Thomas Wayne Board, Jr. of Madison Heights.

Business News

E & N Soaps and More stops by WDBJ7 Sunday Mornin’

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 9:19 AM EST
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By Janay Reece
E and N Soaps and More stopped by to share what inspires them as small business owners.

News

WDBJ7 Sunday Mornin’ starts late February 5, 2023

Updated: Feb. 5, 2023 at 4:18 AM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Because of children’s programming, WDBJ7 Sunday Mornin’ is scheduled for a late start. The show will begin at 7 a.m. on February 5, 2023.

Crime

Roanoke Food Lion shooting suspect released

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 8:59 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
The Food Lion is located at 2631 Peters Creek Road NW.

College

Lipscomb defeats Liberty men’s basketball 69-64; McGhee becomes program’s all-time leading scorer

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:59 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
Darius McGhee became the Liberty Flames all-time leading scorer during a 19-point effort

Science

New exhibit makes environmental science kid-friendly

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:52 PM EST
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By Patsy Montesinos
It’s a piece taking visitors on a journey to learn about the air that we breathe.

Black History Month

Roanoke celebrates Transit Equity Day with free bus rides for the first time

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:46 PM EST
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By Patsy Montesinos
“It means celebration of life, it means education, it means civil rights advocacy work, it means freedom,” said BRAG Member Cyndi Jones.

Community

Virginia Children’s Theatre wraps up production about racism

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:38 PM EST
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By Patsy Montesinos
Lift Every Voice will also tour schools and community organizations in Virginia from February 6-17, 2023.

Safety

Traffic resumes along 29S ramp in Danville after pursuit leads to crash

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:31 PM EST
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By Eddie Callahan
The vehicle crashed near West Main Street.

College

Virginia Tech defeats No. 6 Virginia men’s basketball 74-68

Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 1:53 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The Hokies hosted the Hoos in a Saturday afternoon matchup at Cassell Coliseum.
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