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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...

Lady Knights top Patriots in growing Knights Winter Classic

Cave Spring rode the early scoring of junior Hailey Sitze and the overall performance of junior Cassi Parulis as the Lady Knights outlasted Patrick...

Cave Spring Opens K-Guard Classic with 96-70 Romp Over Jefferson Forest

Jefferson Forest opened play in Thursday's first round of the K-Guard Classic with designs on running with the Cave Spring Knights. JF quickly found it...

Wild Bill’s Weekly Sports Roundup

Hope everyone got their stockings filled with just what they had on Santa's list. And, for those who did find that shiny new Ouija Board...

Wisconsin-Whitewater Dominates in 52-14 Stagg Bowl Win

It was fairly obvious Friday night at Salem Stadium that the Wisconsin-Whitewater football team doesn't like watching the Stagg Bowl on TV. Putting a dominating...

Titans Defense Throttles Northside 53-37

Never underestimate a staunch defense on the basketball court. Friday night on the Hidden Valley hardwood, the Titan defense was executing in fine form as...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup

Happy holidays to all our readers. May the spirit of Christmas be with everyone in the coming days. It's hard to believe another visit by...