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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 Battles Spotswood Before Falling 76-69 in 3A West Semifinal

Speed can be deceptive and dominating. Wednesday night in the Group 3A West basketball semifinal between Cave Spring and Spotswood at Rustburg High School, speed...

Lord Botetourt Punches Ticket To States With 58-47 Win Over Heritage

Three point shots add up in a hurry. Just ask the Heritage Pioneers. Lord Botetourt came out on fire from behind-the-arc  Wednesday night in the...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

Well, I knew it might come to this. Admittedly, I've only been invited to The Chief's penthouse suite at corporate headquarters a couple times. But,...

Patriots Roll Onward To RIchmond With 67-46 Win Over C.D. Hylton

Patrick Henry head basketball coach Jack Esworthy was undoubtably putting together some travel plans for Richmond after Monday night's first round of the Group...

Knights Pull Away With 68-57 Win Over Bees in Group 3A West Quarterfinal

Little gaps can lead to big holes. That was the dilemma for the Brookville Bees Monday night at the Cave Spring gym as the Knights...

Cave Spring Holds Off Abingdon 72-66 In Conference 32 Championship

A tradition has been established in the boys basketball series between the Cave Spring Knights and the Abingdon Falcons. Expect a close, competitive matchup. Friday night...