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SNAP cuts put 450k Virginia families at risk; PORCH Roanoke fills the gap

Federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are putting Virginia families and food pantries under unprecedented strain. According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, about...

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...

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...

TerriersTop Hidden Valley 48-26: Wells Honored In Pregame Ceremony

The William Byrd Terriers high-scoring boys basketball team was put on hold Saturday afternoon in the Hidden Valley gym. Kevin Tuck's Byrd squad sat admiringly...

Blacksburg Up To The Challenge In 79-72 Win Over Cave Spring

Fast-paced offense, swarming defense and efficient execution are the typical trademarks that normally make for a long night for Cave Spring basketball opponents. Tuesday night...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

It's been a stressful week here at The Star sports desk. Getting The Chief's new monthly tabloid out is quite an undertaking. Pictures, feature articles...

North Cross Height Keys 74-51 Win Over Roanoke Valley Christian

The tip off Monday night came at the tipoff. Standing in the center court circle for the opening jump ball, 6-foot-7 North Cross forward Bennett...

Virginia Military Institute Basketball: No Ordinary College; No Ordinary Life

It's twenty minutes before tipoff on a recent Saturday afternoon at Cameron Hall on the Virginia Military Institute campus in Lexington, Virginia. Diehard VMI faithful...

VMI Platoons Rally Keydets To 85-75 Military Rivalry Win Over The Citadel

For the third straight game Saturday afternoon, VMI head basketball coach Duggar Baucom resorted to the 5-player platoon system. The visitors from The Citadel must...