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Grown Here at Home

Marcus Gray, owner of Gray's LAMBscaping has his sheep on several of Dominion Energy's solar...

Grown Here at Home: Pittsylvania County farmer expands farm operation with solar grazing

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Neesey Payne
Two years ago, Gray’s LAMBscaping started out with 25 adult females, and now they have nearly 800 sheep.

Environment

FILE — A man checks his footing as he wades through the Morris Canal Outlet in Jersey City,...

As rising oceans threaten NYC, study documents another risk: The city is sinking

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
New research estimates the city’s landmass is sinking at an average rate of 1 to 2 millimeters per year, something referred to as “subsidence.” The massive weight of the city itself is hurrying things along.

Politics

Mountain Valley Pipeline construction

Mountain Valley Pipeline acceleration included in Biden-McCarthy debt limit deal

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Ben Schwartz
Title 3, section 324 of the bill reads: “Expediting completion of the Mountain Valley Pipeline.”

Español

Incendio en Pulaski County

Noticias de la Cuidad Estrella

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
Aprende porque hubo una demostración con cientos de personas en una escuela de Roanoke. También un edificio de una alberca está totalmente destruido después de un incendio. Además resaltamos a una Latina que rompió barreras para la comunidad Latina en Roanoke.

Local

Lieutenant Governor honored in Bedford for service as a Marine Veteran

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears was recognized with this year’s Women’s Day Achievement Award.

Local

Bedford’s Memorial Day ceremony now a virtual event due to potential severe weather

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
Anyone who RSVPed for the in-person event is asked to check their email.

Safety

Local law enforcement emphasize safety during Memorial Day

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
“A lot of the calls that we see the most is calls that are involving alcohol and also sometimes we have an uptick in traffic accidents,” said Bedford Police Chief Ronnie Lewis Jr.

Crime

12 dogs rescued in Bedford County; man charged with animal cruelty

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Kaitlyn Dillon
Bedford Animal Control Unit responded to reports of a malnourished dog with untreated injuries on the 3000 block of Trents Ferry Road Friday, May 19.

Military

Gov. Youngkin orders flags to be flown at half-staff for Memorial Day

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Kaitlyn Dillon
Flags will be lowered at sunrise on Monday, May 29 and remain at half-staff until noon.

Travel

GUIDE: Things to know for Memorial Day weekend in Myrtle Beach

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 9:58 AM EDT
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By WMBF News Staff
As the unofficial start to summer gets underway, thousands of visitors are set to flock to Myrtle Beach for Memorial Day weekend.
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Animals

2 horses die from injuries at Churchill Downs, bringing total to 12 at home of Kentucky Derby

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 9:01 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press
Two horses have died the past two days following injuries at Churchill Downs, the 11th and 12th fatalities over the past month at the home of the Kentucky Derby.

Memorial

Dublin community prepares to honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 6:34 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
“Remember what our past has given so that we don’t repeat it in the future. It also helps us remind of these people who have fought for our freedom and they were so brave during it,” said Jenapher Griggs.

Fire

Pulaski Community heartbroken after Randolph Park Pool fire

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 6:26 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
Only memories and rubble remain of the building opened in 2000 to serve the community.

Community

The Hope Center to hold Memorial Day weekend cookout to help give back

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 9:18 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
There will be music, games, free food, and refreshments.

National Politics

Biden says debt default deal ‘very close’ while deadline now set at June 5

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:00 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press and LISA MASCARO, SEUNG MIN KIM, KEVIN FREKING, STEPHEN GROVES Associated Press
The treasury secretary renewed her warning in a letter to Congress that inaction on raising the borrowing limit would “cause severe hardship.”

Here @ Home

Gold Star Family remembers T.J. Conrad, shares Memorial Day message

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 9:07 PM EDT
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By Kate Capodanno
Memorial Day offers an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifice and service so many men and women offered our country. However, for the family members left behind, those memories are important to share far beyond the annual holiday.

Schools

Protestors rally to support teachers and staff at Glen Cove Elementary School

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 8:31 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
“To know that they were bullied into leaving the school bothers me because there’s nothing, I want more than my children to be kind, loving people that are good-hearted,” added Foster.

Entertainment

Festival in the Park returns for 53rd year in Roanoke

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 8:02 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
For many Roanokers, Festival in Park is the unofficial start of the summer season and it’s back this weekend in Elmwood Park.

Fire

Randolph Park pool house building in Pulaski County destroyed by fire

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT
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By Kaitlyn Dillon
The Pulaski Fire Department responded to reports of a pool house fire at Randolph Park around 4:30 p.m. Friday.

Safety

Danville Life Saving Crew celebrates EMS week and receives recognition from the community

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
They are prepared for an increase in calls this weekend due to holiday travel and activities.

Animals

Pittsylvania Pet Center closes to take in dogs in hoarding case

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
The dogs were covered in ticks, extremely underweight and malnourished.

Community

Non-profit helps veteran with cancer

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:35 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Hometown Veteran Jordan Harris is in her 20s and battling stage 3b Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Entertainment

Ramble Weekend set to hit Rocky Mount

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:37 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
There will be camping, music and food in Franklin County,

Technology

VT professor talks AI’s effect on disinformation

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:14 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
He says people need to be conscious of the information they’re consuming.

Safety

Float plans are a key factor to water safety this summer

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
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By Kate Capodanno
Botetourt County Fire and EMS recommends making a float plan for any water adventures. That includes figuring out a route and communicating when you plan to leave and return from a trip.

Community

Feeding Southwest Virginia fights food insecurity with summer programs

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
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By Kate Capodanno
The food bank serves 26 counties and 9 cities throughout Southwest Virginia and summer months are always a concern since children are no longer receiving meals through their schools, President and CEO Pamela Irvine said.

Health

Here @ Home has tips to find the right fit for a therapist

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
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By Kate Capodanno
Prioritizing mental health can happen with the help of a therapist, but finding the right provider can be a little overwhelming. Here @ Home talks to a professional about how you can efficiently search for professional care.

Business News

Mountain Lake Lodge celebrating re-grand opening of outdoor pub

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 2:42 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
On May 27, the pub will celebrate with live music, giveaways and food and drinks.

Safety

MADD Encourages Virginians to be safe this Memorial Day Weekend

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 2:08 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Virginia State Police say last year during the holiday weekend, troopers arrested 90 impaired drivers.

Crime

Traffic stop leads to fentanyl seizure and arrest

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:58 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Tawny Larlee, 30, is charged with Possession of a Schedule I or II Controlled Substance with the intent to distribute.

Safety

SW Virginia police agencies ask for K9 votes for grant money

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:35 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Roanoke County Police and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office are representing our hometowns.

Mornin'

WDBJ7 Mornin’ brings you last-minute, easy and cheap Memorial Day cookout recipes

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:19 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The WDBJ7 Mornin’ team created easy, last-minute, and cheap recipes you can bring or make for a cookout.

Investigation

Investigators look into connection between Roanoke Co. deaths and Roanoke City fires

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 8:51 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas, Joe Dashiell and Kaitlyn Dillon
Two hikers said they found the bodies in the parking lot early Friday morning.

News

WDBJ7 honored by Virginia Broadcasters Association

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 8:45 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Awards will be presented at a convention in Virginia Beach in June.

Fire

Early morning fires and McAfee deaths connected

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:54 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Anyone with information about these fires is asked to call the Fire Marshal’s Office Tip Line at (540) 853-2406 or the Roanoke Police Department at (540) 344-8500.

Entertainment

HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Isaac Hadden Organ Trio offers mix of jazz-funk, jazz-fusion

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:19 AM EDT
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By Kimberly McBroom
The fusion band will perform at the Grandin Theatre on June 28

Community

Run for the Wall bikers stop by elementary school

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:04 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Teachers say the students are excited to see the motorcycles and learn about our veterans.

Development

Developers remain “optimistic” about contract that would bring coffee shop to Fishburn Park

Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 12:28 AM EDT
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By Will Thomas
Roanoke City Council shot down a rezoning request for the potential project on May 15.

Recreation

Roanoke community comes out for “Perk the Park Trail Movement”

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 11:53 PM EDT
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By Will Thomas
Fleet Feet Roanoke wants to highlight trail running in the Roanoke Valley, while also shining a spotlight on a local small business.

Recreation

Fallon Park Pool prepares for opening day

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 11:17 PM EDT
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By Will Thomas
Fallon Park Pool will open to the public on June 2.

National Politics

Debt ceiling talks teeter on the brink, as lawmakers leave town for weekend without a deal

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 8:04 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press
A defiant House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said the debt ceiling standoff was “not my fault” as Republican negotiators and the White House failed to finish out talks.

Transportation

Cost estimates and timing still in flux for New River Valley passenger rail

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 7:21 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
Work continues on the plan to extend passenger rail to the New River Valley, but state officials are still determining how much it will cost and when the service might start.

Crime

Technology, more prosecutions set to target violent crime in western Virginia

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 7:09 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
During a news conference Thursday morning, U.S. Attorney Christopher Kavanaugh touted technology developed by the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. And he pledged to prosecute crimes the system reveals.

Military

Virginia WWII veteran’s long-lost dog tags returned to family

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 7:08 PM EDT
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By Anahita Jafary
A mystery has been solved and a lost treasure returned to a family in Orange County.

Schools

Protest planned at Roanoke County school over LGBTQ materials

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 6:46 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
“What I’m here to talk about is the child abuse, grooming, conditioning, (and) indoctrination by sexual predators disguised as teachers and staff."

Education

William Byrd grad wins 37th Don Holliday Scholarship

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By Brittany Morgan
In total, the board has awarded more than $520,000 in scholarships.

Community

Food bank needs help to meet Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive goal

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 6:09 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
Feeding Southwest Virginia is behind on its goal of raising $10,000.

Safety

Senior Alert over for Fairfax man

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:52 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Police are looking for Umaru Barrie, who is Black, 75 years old, 5′ 5″ and 160 pounds with brown eyes and grey hair.

Community

Leadership Southside program helps Danville and Pittsylvania County residents strengthen skills

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:48 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
The 10-month program includes meeting with leaders like presidents of local colleges and visiting the Capitol to network with lawmakers.

Crime

Danville’s Project Imagine plays a key role in reducing gun violence by empowering youth

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:33 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
Project Imagine steers youth away from gang activity by helping them improve grades, focus on their goals, and gain employment through relationships with mentors they can relate to.
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