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Statistics Prove: “Yes” Vote Is Pushing The Most Gerrymandered Map In USA

With the final day of voting, April 21, approaching, more Virginians are paying attention to the current election. Many are puzzled or even enraged by some of the following...

Roanoke Animal Cancer Care and Research Center Helps Cat Reach Remission

Cynthia Sutton drives 3 ½ hours every three weeks from Big Stone Gap to Roanoke...

RCPS and Carilion Clinic Announce Long-Term Partnership

Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) and Carilion Clinic are proud to announce a long-term partnership...

Roanoke City School Board Approves Staffing Reductions to Address Structural Funding Gap

At its March 24 meeting, the Roanoke City School Board approved a plan to address...

Youngkin Blasts Spanberger For “Blatant Lie” On Gerrymander “Yes” Vote

Former Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), usually known for his mild-mannered demeanor, broke with decorum and...

Roanoke County Public Schools On-Time Graduation Rate Holds Steady at 94.9%

Graduation rate among the highest in the region and state The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has released the annual On-Time Graduation Rate statistics for...

Emergency Rooms See Large Increase in Opioid Overdose Patients

The pandemic could be driving an increase in opioid overdoses, according to recently published data and insights from people who work in a local...

Tree Expert: Fall Color Looks Promising for Leaf Watchers in Virginia

All signs are pointing to a vibrant season of autumn color this year, thanks to steady rainfall this summer and early fall, according to...

Roanoke’s Star City Reads Receives National Recognition

Roanoke Recognized for Work Supporting Healthy Development The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CCLR) has announced that it is recognizing Roanoke’s Star City Reads initiative as...

Deer in the Headlights? Animal Strikes Spike in October, November and December

Deer Collisions in Virginia up 11% in 2019 Deer mating season is beginning and October, November and December are the most dangerous months in...

Virginia Raises Glass To 32nd Annual Wine Month

Virginians are invited to celebrate the richness of Virginia wine and raise a glass to the 32nd annual Virginia Wine Month this October. The...