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Roanoke Valley Preservation Awards Set for Nov. 19

The Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation celebrates the efforts of individuals, non-profit organizations, community groups, and educational institutions to promote the awareness and preservation of our historic, cultural, and natural...

Youngkin Celebrates 2025 Volunteerism & Community Service Awards Honorees

Governor Glenn Youngkin recognized eleven Virginians and organizations for their outstanding contributions to service and...

Sweet potatoes or yams: What’s really on your Thanksgiving table?

It's harvest season for sweet potatoes in Virginia. Across the southeast, farmers are busy pulling...

Virginia NICA Riders Claim 25 Podiums to Close Out the Season

Over the weekend of November 8–9, athletes and teams from 11 states competed in the...

Youngkin Starts Statewide Food Drive for Shutdown-Affected Virginians

Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday announced the launch of the Virginia Cares Initiative, a Commonwealth-wide food...

Steele Scores Victory in Epic Franklin County Finish

Devin Steele scored the victory in Sunday's Industrial Floor Systems Spring Sizzler at Franklin County Speedway in a wild last lap.  Steele inherited the...

North Cross Hammers Hargrave In VIC Lacrosse

Lacrosse fans liking offense came away with smiles on their faces Tuesday afternoon at Thomas Field on the North Cross campus. The Hargrave Tigers must...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

You've got to give The Chief credit for intuition and foresight. The Star may be on the cutting edge of expanding circulation opportunities. And, it...

Cave Spring Dominates Cougars 10-0 In River Ridge Softball

Cave Spring switched attack-mode Thursday afternoon at the Knights softball complex.  Only three days removed from hitting four home runs in the first inning on...

Wild Bill’s Weekly Roundup

"Drivers, start your engines." That was the call last Sunday afternoon in Callaway as the Franklin County Speedway had its season opening card with the...

North Cross Blanks Catholic 6-0 In Girls VIC Soccer

Junior Anna Robison and sophomore Campbell Lake each scored two goals as North Cross blanked Roanoke Catholic 6-0 in VIC girls soccer Thursday afternoon...