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7@four

7@four previews Vinton Palooza Sunday Funday

Updated: 5 minutes ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The event will be held from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the lawn of the Vinton War Memorial.

Community

Community members gather to make 200 gallons of ice cream

Updated: 25 minutes ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
he homemade frozen dessert will be sold during the 32nd Ice Cream Supper by the Effinger Ruritan Club.

Back-to-School

MCPS goes back to school

Updated: 33 minutes ago
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By Andrew Webb
MCPS is back in the classroom for the 2022-2023 school year.

Schools

Alleghany Highland Public Schools has ‘exciting’ first day

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Brittany Morgan
Next school year will see students begin attending a joint high school and middle school.

Crime

Danville police searching for suspects in homicide

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Justin Geary
33-year-old Patrick Lanigan Duffy died from a gunshot wound.

Crime

Suspect in Danville drive-by shootings arrested

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Justin Geary
18-year-old Xzavion Smith was arrested on multiple charges including attempted aggravated malicious wounding.

Safety

No gas leak detected after students dismissed early from Pulaski County school

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
The building will be inspected again as a precaution before school Thursday, but the district anticipates a regular schedule for the school Thursday.

Back-to-School

School nurse, guidance counselor share how roles changed in schools during pandemic

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Janay Reece
A school nurse and counselor share how much their jobs have changed in the past few years, and what’s next for them as kids head back to school.

Early Years

EARLY YEARS: Why optional isn’t always optional when it comes to college applications

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Kimberly McBroom
Experts say students can boost their admission chances by visiting a college in person.

Entertainment

What’s What With the Weekend, August 19-21

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Eddie Callahan
Your Hometown Station is the top spot getting you out and ready for the weekend.
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Transportation

VDOT working to bring in contractors for upcoming winter season

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Will Thomas
Each year, VDOT works to recruit contractors to help in snow removal efforts.

Crime

Search on for shooter after killing in Danville

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Eddie Callahan
Those who are in the Halifax Street and surrounding areas with potential video surveillance footage are asked to contact the Danville Police.

Court

Gang members sentenced in Roanoke federal court

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Joe Dashiell
Three members of a street gang responsible for two Roanoke murders have been sentenced to decades in prison. And a fourth awaits sentencing.

Court

Trial underway for man accused in fatal Rockbridge County explosion

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Sophia Borrelli
Phillip Westmoreland is charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the explosion at the South River Market in May 2019.

Your Vote Virginia

State Board considers Roanoke campaign complaints

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Joe Dashiell
Tuesday afternoon, the Virginia State Board of Elections took up complaints that were filed against two candidates for Roanoke City Council.

Business News

Averett University holds annual Business Fest

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Makayla Shelton
Averett University held its annual Business Fest Tuesday to showcase local businesses and help students network.

Community

Harvest Foundation launches Program Hope for 20th anniversary

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Makayla Shelton
Community members and organizations can submit proposals for projects that will make a positive difference in Martinsville and Henry County.

Religion

Roanoke church raises $1.7 million for local missions

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
One of the projects will be dedicated to Alexa Cannon.

Health

Eight cases of monkeypox confirmed in southwest Virginia

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
There are 200 cases in the state of Virginia.

Business News

Fazoli’s opens in Pulaski County

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Andrew Webb
Fazoli’s is now open for business.

History

Christiansburg auction company sells ‘holy grail’ of firearms

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Andrew Webb
A Christiansburg auction company recently sold a 1847 Colt Walker Revolver

Crime

Giles Co. residents warned after potential sighting of armed and dangerous suspect

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Eddie Callahan
A witness described seeing someone wearing a blue flannel shirt with white and black stripes and blue jeans that resembled Shawn Tolbert.

Crime

Teen charged after loaded gun found in backpack in Henry County school

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
The 16-year-old was detained after the student showed the gun to another student.

National

Former Virginia officer gets probation after cooperating in Jan. 6th case

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 4:17 PM EDT
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By David Ade
Former co-defendant previously sentenced to more than seven years

Investigation

Skeletal remains found near US-220N in Roanoke

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 4:12 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
A forensics investigation is underway.

Community

Murals add color, character to Southeast Roanoke community

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 3:45 PM EDT
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By Brittany Morgan
The project is expected to be complete in September

7@four

Backroads Blues Festival hits Elmwood Park Saturday

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 3:27 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
Buddy Guy and more are hitting the Elmwood Park stage Saturday, August 20 for the Backroads Blues Festival.

Crime

Danville drive-by shootings lead to search for shooters, vehicles

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 3:11 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
A parked vehicle and residence were both shot.

Community

Lynchburg Hillcats host Hunters for the Hungry night Thursday

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 12:49 PM EDT
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By Brittany Morgan
Proceeds will be used to pay meat processing fees.

Court

Former Rocky Mount officer sentenced for role in DC riot

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 11:58 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Jacob Fracker was sentenced August 16 to one year of probation, with the first 59 days being confined at home.

Fire

Second person dies after house fire in Norton

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 11:46 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
The fire appears to have been accidental, with the cause and origin unclear.

Court

Three members of Rollin’ 30s Crips gang sentenced for Roanoke murders

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 11:36 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
All three suspects pleaded guilty.

Crime

Sheriff’s offices looking for suspect in grand larceny, stolen property cases

Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 9:59 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Travis Ramsey is white, 5′7″ and 165 pounds.

Schools

Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office working to fill open SRO positions

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 9:08 PM EDT
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By Will Thomas
In June, the Roanoke County School Board approved appropriating $180,000 to bring in six new school resource officers.

Education

Virginia Ready Initiative retrains workers for in-demand jobs

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 7:58 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
For many Virginians, the difference between low pay and a living wage, could be a six to twelve-week training program.

Education

New grant to expand Taubman Museum outreach

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 7:30 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
The Taubman Museum of Art will receive a major grant that will expand its outreach to people with different needs and abilities.

Traffic

Crews start work on James River Bridge in Buchanan

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 6:56 PM EDT
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By Isabella Ledonne
Crews should finish construction next summer.

Economy

Section 8 housing waitlist reopens for Roanoke Valley

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 6:51 PM EDT
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By Isabella Ledonne
The housing authority is expecting to receive 5,000 applications.

History

Efforts being made to preserve Almagro Black history in Danville

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 5:57 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
Almagro was one of the first and only all-Black communities in America, dating back to 1883.

Recreation

Blacksburg seeking input on new playground design

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 5:46 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
The Hand-in-Hand playground, at the Blacksburg Municipal Park, was built 30 years ago.

Development

Variety of construction projects ongoing at Virginia Tech

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By Andrew Webb
There are many different construction projects going on at Virginia Tech

Health

Salem VA Medical Center receives wheelchair donation

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 4:56 PM EDT
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By Brittany Morgan
This is the first donation of its kind to be made by the Salem Knights of Columbus to the medical center.

Court

Former high school teacher pleads guilty to charges of indecency with students

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 4:41 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Gavin Haynes is set for sentencing November 22 and faces up to five years in prison.

Crime

Suspect charged after going 147 in a 70, crashing into Marion building

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 4:07 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
A New Jersey driver was arrested in Virginia Monday morning after leading police on a chase at a high rate of speed before crashing into a building in Marion.

7@four

7@four: Pirate Nights at Crab Du Jour

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 3:27 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
Join the crew as they dress in pirate gear and welcome the whole family to enjoy the atmosphere, with kids eating for 50% off. There will also be $5 pirate drinks.

7@four

7@four: Botetourt Honey Festival

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 3:19 PM EDT
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By Eddie Callahan
The whole family is welcome to enjoy the events of the day.

Economy

Section 8 waitlist open with updated website and portal

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 3:19 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
The updated website replaces one that crashed last week.

Entertainment

Author Beth Macy stops by WDBJ7 to discuss latest book, “Raising Lazarus”

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 12:25 PM EDT
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By Kimberly McBroom
Beth Macy says her latest book outlines solutions to the opioid crisis.

Economy

Town of Blacksburg launches affordable housing development fund

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 11:45 AM EDT
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By Justin Geary
Blacksburg is looking to address the need of homes for low-to-moderate-income households.

Animals

Danville Fire Department gets new masks for pets

Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 10:49 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Mask kits will be placed on all DFD apparatus and will replace aging masks received from the same program about 10 years ago.
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