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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 Weekly Sports Roundup!

Play ball !! Well, not so fast. Looks like snow is covering the infield. Spring high school sports got hit with a technical foul when another...

Late Run Carries Lake Taylor Over Fleming 57-50 In 4A Final

Thursday's Group 4A girls state basketball final between William Fleming and Lake Taylor at the VCU Siegel Center in Richmond was a game of...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

Our final two " Big-11 " entries both showed their fortitude Saturday afternoon in the VHSL state basketball semifinals, albeit with different results. Congratulations go...

Fleming Punches State Final Ticket With 38-32 Win Over Presidents

Saturday afternoon's Group 4A girls state semifinal at the Salem Civic Center offered some contrasting action for the sizable contingency on hand. At times it...

Botetourt Falls To John Marshall 58-52 In 3A State Semifinal

The John Marshall basketball team has the nickname Justices. Saturday evening at the Salem Civic Center they rendered the final decision. Jumping out to an early...

Wild Bill’s Weekly Sports Roundup!

Oops….I did it again. The big snow a couple weeks ago sorta gave the impression that I'm a little lazy after not pitching in to...