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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...

Kyle Dudley Starts 2014 Victorious with Racing Dynamiks Win

Three-time and defending Franklin County Speedway track champion Kyle Dudley began his championship defense in style with a victory in the Racing Dynamiks 200...

Hidden Valley Downs Byrd 6-2 In Extra Innings

Using the long ball can be decisive in high school baseball. Fifteen foot rollers can be damaging as well. Taking advantage of two fielding miscues on...

North Cross Tops Roanoke Catholic 9-3 With Early-Inning Surge

North Cross batted around in the first inning for six runs, and the Raiders held on the rest of the way to defeat cross-town...

Red Sox Take Home Opener 12-11 To Establish Team Win Record

The Salem Red Sox opened an 11-3 lead after four innings, then held off a late Winston-Salem rally to defeat the Dash in the...

White Walk-Off Homer Leads Knights Over Spartans In 10 Innings

Tuesday afternoon's softball matchup at Cave Spring Field had players, coaches and fans scratching their heads. Where exactly did that ball land? According to the...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

Circulation is key in the newspaper game. That being noted, I've come up with a new angle that The Chief hopefully will buy into, and...