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Roanoke’s 3rd annual Save a Life Day joins 50-state effort to provide overdose solutions

On September 25, 2025, all 50 states will host free naloxone events for Save a Life Day for the first time – with over 500 events already covering the...

What Hokies need to know for Saturday’s matchup against Wofford

Dear Hokies — We’re looking forward to another exciting Saturday football game as Virginia Tech takes...

Roanoke conference to spotlight impact of community partnerships

For four decades, the hum of the Donnkenny textile factory signaled steady work for families...

Hokies called to lead with respect and spirit for Saturday’s gameday

Dear Hokies — As we gear up for Saturday’s home game vs. Old Dominion, let’s make...

Master Naturalists Celebrate 20 Years of Conservation Across Virginia

Two decades after its start, the Virginia Master Naturalist program continues to empower volunteers to...

In Memoriam: Pete Dye, Architect of VA Tech’s Award-winning Golf Course

Pete Dye left his mark on the golf world and Virginia Tech. A World Golf Hall of Famer, Dye was regarded as one of the...

Cave Spring Slips By Hidden Valley 52-46 For Lea’s Winter Classic Title

Little house, big house. That was the roadmap for the Cave Spring Knights Saturday afternoon in the Lea's Winter Classic's "Southwest Virginia County Cup" championship...

Cave Spring Rolls Past Christiansburg 83-53; Stays Unbeaten At 10-0

Home sweet home. The Cave Spring boys basketball team has faced the daunting task of being without their true home court this season while construction...

WILD BILL’S SPORTS ROUNDUP!

Well, here we are.    The end of another year in The Star sports department, which only begs for a recap of the prime time moments...

Trio of Local Tournaments Highlight High School Holiday Schedule

You've stuffed in the Christmas turkey, mashed potatoes, ham and yams. The presents have been opened and the fruit cake is gone. Now, it's...

Hopewell Tops Lord Botetourt 35-7 To Win VHSL Class 3 Final

Lord Botetourt faced a pair of major obstacles Saturday afternoon in their VHSL Class 3 football championship game with Hopewell. Second on the list were...