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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...

PH Gets Defensive in Shutout Win Over Hidden Valley

Coming into the season the word on Patrick Henry's football team was that it was big on defense. Friday night left little doubt that...

Salem Sox Clinch Southern Division Second-Half Title

Playoffs With Pelicans Begin Wednesday The Salem Red Sox put the final explanation point on their Carolina League Southern Division title chase Thursday night, defeating...

Patriots Volleyball Opens With Win; Move to River Ridge Seen As Plus

Patrick Henry volleyball is looking for an encore. The Patriots are coming off a 2012 Group AAA state quarterfinal appearance and head coach Patty...

Kenseth Prevails in Tennessee Bullring Shootout

Saturday's showcase NASCAR tussle at Bristol Motor Speedway was prefaced by picture-perfect skies and temperatures in the mid-80s that had the enthusiastic crowd of...

Wild Bill’s Sports Roundup!

Next week debuts the 2013 high school football season. Be sure to catch my on-line predictions at TheRoanokeStar.com for the week-one 'Big-11' games which...

Red Sox Make Playoff Push; Shelton Named New General Manager

Will playoff baseball be in the future of the Salem Red Sox and their fans? Things were looking up after the completion of this...