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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...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

The Wild Bill "Big-11" predictions wound to their conclusion last week after the first round of the high school playoffs. It was another stellar playoff...

Knights Advance To State Final With Sweep Of Kettle Run

Kettle Run High School is named after a key 1862 battle in the Civil War. Tuesday night in the Cave Spring gym, the Cougars must...

Kevin Jones Speaks At Roanoke Valley Sports Club

Kevin Jones, Special Assistant to the Athletic Director at Virginia Tech, was the guest speaker Monday night at the monthly meeting of the Roanoke...

Cave Spring Pair Ink Softball Scholarships

Two Cave Spring softball players signed to play at the college level during a ceremony Thursday afternoon in the high school auditorium. Pami White, the...

Salem Dominates In 52-13 Lancing Of Black Knights

Figures can be revealing. Some figures are unnerving. Friday night at Salem Stadium, figures didn't lie. Taking control from the outset, the Salem Spartans totally dominated...

Waynesboro Stuns Hidden Valley In 3A West Playoffs

There were the expected big blowouts by number-one seeds over number-sixteen seeds as VHSL first-round playoff football kicked off Friday night. Dwight Bogle Stadium didn't...