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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...

Hidden Valley Advances With 21-14 Upset of Lord Botetourt

The keys to success in winning a high school football game include controlling the time of possession and executing plays to perfection. Throw in some...

Wild Bill’s Weekly Sports Roundup!

the ARMY mascot  at court side during a ESPN timeout the ARMY mascot  at court side during a ESPN timeout High school football playoffs continue Friday...

Vikings Blast Their Way Past Knights in 3-A West Regional Volleyball

Famed baseball broadcaster Dizzy Dean always offered the sage advice "Hit 'em where they ain't."  Although none of the Northside volleyball ream was around in...

Titans Brand Knights With Exclamation by Dermott

Friday night's traditional regular season finale between Southwest County rivals Cave Spring and Hidden Valley didn't play out in typical form. In the battle for...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

It's hard to imagine that the final week of the high school football regular season is here. Seems like it was only yesterday that...

Titans Advance With Sweep in Conference 32 Semifinal

Postseason volleyball means the creme rises to the top. Tuesday night at the Hidden Valley gym, the Titans passed the latest test by knocking off...