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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...

Cave Spring Comes Of Age In Border Battle With Greenbrier East

December high school basketball is a time of preparation for conference battles and hopeful runs to state tournament play late in the season. Saturday night...

Patrick Henry Recovers From Slow Start For 50-43 Win Over Colonels

Friday night at the William Fleming gym, the Colonels masterfully assembled a sizable cushion. By game's end, Patrick Henry had meticulously removed all the stuffing. Watching...

Wild Bill’s Weekly Sports Roundup

It's time for week-2 of Wild Bill's countdown to Christmas, and what a variety this time around. High school football state finals involve two of...

Vikings Rebound For 64-47 Win Over Hidden Valley

Northside was looking for a rebound. Tuesday night at the Viking gym, it was their rebounding that led the way as the Vikings pulled out...

Knights Edge Vikings 66-62 In Nondistrict Thriller

Fans at the Cave Spring gym Friday night were expecting a hotly contested basketball game between the Knights and the visiting Northside Vikings. Everyone got...

Byrd Tops Cave Spring 77-67 In Basketball Season Opener

Tuesday night's season opener for both the Cave Spring and William Byrd basketball teams looked more like a mid-season matchup. They were running, they were...