back to top

Community

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!

Oh, goodness. I think I'm hearing some slurred chirping coming from The Chief's office. Not sure, but I think The Chief's Perfect Polly may need...

Botetourt Holds Off Terriers In 67-61 Blue Ridge Thriller

Fans in the packed Lord Botetourt gym Monday night were looking for a shootout between Blue Ridge District front-runners Botetourt and William Byrd. Nobody left...

Patrick Henry Soccer Standout Signs With UVA

Patrick Henry soccer standout Emmanuel Scere signed a letter of intent last Wednesday to continue his play at The University of Virginia. A 4-year varsity...

Fleming Rebounds With 62-59 Win Over Radford

William Fleming was looking for the start of a new winning streak. The most obvious way to get it going wasn't necessarily against the 18-1...

Salem Dominates Buffaloes 97-64 in Roy Stanley Shootout

Physicality can be a dominating factor in high school basketball. Just ask the Floyd County Buffaloes. In the much-anticipated matchup between the River Ridge Salem...

Carroll County Trips Knights From Charity Stripe

One well established way to win in high school basketball is to get to the free throw line. Friday night in the Cave Spring gym,...