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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...

Knights Get By Patriots in River Ridge Volleyball Sweep

Patrick Henry knew its move from the Western Valley District to the powerful River Ridge would bring some challenges for the Patriot volleyball program. Tuesday...

Draper Boots North Cross Past Atlantic Shores in 47-44 Overtime Thriller

North Cross senior Penn Draper is best known for his catches as a wide receiver for the Raider offense. Saturday afternoon at Thomas Field...

Patriots Power Past Harrisonburg 42-22 for Homecoming Win

The band played and the parade rolled into Patriot Stadium Friday night as the Patrick Henry homecoming took center stage. Patriot speedster Treyvon Terry made...

Hidden Valley Captures 3-A West Regional Golf Title

Only the Shadow knows. That was the theme Tuesday evening at Botetourt Golf & Swim Club as the 3-A West tournament was played out over...

Hidden Valley Outlasts Knights 3-1 in Volleyball Showdown

It's become the standard for a Hidden Valley-Cave Spring volleyball matchup. Stellar technique, play above the net and a pair of student sections that keep...

A First For Cave Spring

Fuzzy Minnix, current Roanoke County School Board member and first-ever Cave Spring High School softball coach from 1988-1995, presents Hailey Sitze with her state...