Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:02:48 GMT
Robert Foresman says water levels are about where they should be for the beginning of August. Meteorologist Kristina Montuori says this can create a problem.
Robert Foresman says water levels are about where they should be for the beginning of August. Meteorologist Kristina Montuori says this can create a problem.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:48:07 GMT
The Vinton Town Council will vote on an agreement that would allow the town to join forces with three other local governments to buy the pound from the Roanoke Valley SPCA.
The Vinton Town Council will vote on an agreement that would allow the town to join forces with three other local governments to buy the pound from the Roanoke Valley SPCA.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:34:20 GMT
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover, and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover, and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:26 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:26:15 GMT
If you love the food that Bruno's GastroTruck offers, or the beer at Parkway Brewing Company in Salem, you may be interested in how they are working together this weekend.
If you love the food that Bruno's GastroTruck offers, or the beer at Parkway Brewing Company in Salem, you may be interested in how they are working together this weekend.
Dr. Carrie Turnbull from the Staunton River Vet Clinic answers viewers' questions about declawing, common dental problems in pets, and whether a soft-food diet is bad for cats' teeth.
Dr. Carrie Turnbull from the Staunton River Vet Clinic answers viewers' questions about declawing, common dental problems in pets, and whether a soft-food diet is bad for cats' teeth.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:21:22 GMT
In a 5-to-2 vote, Roanoke City Council decided to delay the decision to increase council members' salary by 28.5 percent and the mayor's salary by 15 percent.
In a 5-to-2 vote, Roanoke City Council decided to delay the decision to increase council members' salary by 28.5 percent and the mayor's salary by 15 percent.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:03:48 GMT
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,300 lives could have been saved each year if people had worn their seat belts.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,300 lives could have been saved each year if people had worn their seat belts.
Monday, June 17 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:32:04 GMT
There was nothing that employees and volunteers could do to protect the tents that were already set up for the Roanoke Valley Hose Show from Thursday's storm.
There was nothing that employees and volunteers could do to protect the tents that were already set up for the Roanoke Valley Hose Show from Thursday's storm.
Monday, June 17 2013 9:27 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:27:59 GMT
Thursday's mighty windstorms are proving to be a costly disaster for residents across the commonwealth, but one storm story ranks near the top of the list.
Thursday's mighty windstorms are proving to be a costly disaster for residents across the commonwealth, but one storm story ranks near the top of the list.
Did you know that students can lose up to 40% of what they learned last year over the summer? Here with some ideas on to help prevent that, and keep the summer fun, is Megan Foust, Director of the Sylvan Learning Center.
Did you know that students can lose up to 40% of what they learned last year over the summer? Here with some ideas on to help prevent that, and still keep the summer fun, is Megan Foust, Director of the Sylvan Learning Center.
The storm damaged tents at the upcoming Roanoke Valley Horse Show at the Salem Civic Center.
Despite damage to tents and vehicles, the Roanoke Valley Horse Show plans to go on next week. Supplies are being brought in, and the event is resetting at the Salem Civic Center.
Despite damage to tents and vehicles, the Roanoke Valley Horse Show plans to go on next week. Supplies are being brought in, and the event is resetting at the Salem Civic Center.
While the severe weather threat is over this morning, the clean up and electricity restoration is only beginning. Power crews are working around the clock to get the lights back on.
While the severe weather threat is over this morning, the clean up and electricity restoration is only beginning. Power crews are working around the clock to get the lights back on.
Friday, June 14 2013 7:19 AM EDT2013-06-14 11:19:03 GMT
A line of severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage and knocked out power to more than 100,000 people across our viewing area on Thursday afternoon.
A line of severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage and knocked out power to more than 100,000 people across our viewing area on Thursday afternoon.
Friday, June 14 2013 7:05 AM EDT2013-06-14 11:05:23 GMT
Virginia State Police have charged a Salem man with DUI and two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with that fiery crash Wednesday on Interstate 581.
Virginia State Police have charged a Salem man with DUI and two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with that fiery crash Wednesday on Interstate 581.
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:54:04 GMT
Minuteman Press of Roanoke at Springwood Park partnered with neighboring Salon Associates to make donations to both the American Cancer Society and the non-profit Locks of Love.
Minuteman Press of Roanoke at Springwood Park partnered with neighboring Salon Associates to make donations to both the American Cancer Society and the non-profit Locks of Love.
We went to the Go Red for Women luncheon, to benefit the American Heart Association, where models with Fashionista Roanoke showed off some of the season's sizzling styles .
Thursday, June 13 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-06-13 12:51:00 GMT
The Bedford County Sheriff's Office and the State Police bomb squad were called to Forest Wednesday morning after a suspicious item was found in a mailbox.
The Bedford County Sheriff's Office and the State Police bomb squad were called to Forest Wednesday morning after a suspicious item was found in a mailbox.
Hunter Foley from Complete Nutrition hates doing ab exercises, so he took Tara to the newly-opened House of Strength to show her some moves that will help you get the most out of your workout.
Hunter Foley from Complete Nutrition hates doing ab exercises, so he took Tara to the newly-opened House of Strength to show her some moves that will help you get the most out of your workout.
June 14 is Flag Day. It's also the 238th birthday of the U.S. Army. The local chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army is holding a celebration that evening and the public is invited to attend.
June 14 is Flag Day. It's also the 238th birthday of the U.S. Army. The local chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army is holding a celebration that evening and the public is invited to attend.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:18 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:18:30 GMT
While the storms we've been seeing lately haven't affected some events going on in our area, severe weather almost always has a big impact on swimming pools.
While the storms we've been seeing lately haven't affected some events going on in our area, severe weather almost always has a big impact on swimming pools.
Tomorrow, animal control centers across the country will join together pledging no euthanasia. The campaign is called Just One Day, and with more, we're joined this morning by Waynette Anderson.
Tomorrow, animal control centers across the country will join together pledging no euthanasia. The campaign is called Just One Day, and with more, we're joined this morning by Waynette Anderson.
Monday, June 10 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-06-10 15:07:46 GMT
As the Krispy Kreme on Melrose Avenue remains closed, donut eaters across our area are looking for a new place to get their morning fix. One bakery in Salem is hoping they can be the answer to that donut search.
As the Krispy Kreme on Melrose Avenue remains closed, donut eaters across our area are looking for a new place to get their morning fix. One bakery in Salem is hoping they can be the answer to that donut search.
Monday, June 10 2013 9:33 AM EDT2013-06-10 13:33:55 GMT
In a world full of sounds from texting, typing, and constant chatter, Jane Barefoot Rochelle wanted to create a place focused on relaxing both your mind and body.
In a world full of sounds from texting, typing, and constant chatter, Jane Barefoot Rochelle wanted to create a place focused on relaxing both your mind and body.
Monday, June 10 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-06-10 13:29:18 GMT
Martinsville Police are searching for a man suspected of robbing the BB&T branch at the corner of East Church Street and Ellsworth Street around 5 p.m. Friday.
Martinsville Police are searching for a man suspected of robbing the BB&T branch at the corner of East Church Street and Ellsworth Street around 5 p.m. Friday.
Monday, June 10 2013 9:15 AM EDT2013-06-10 13:15:41 GMT
The restaurant owner, Paul Price, says he saw a need for a dining experience that included fresh foods because Williamson Road has many fast food restaurants.
The restaurant owner, Paul Price, says he saw a need for a dining experience that included fresh foods because Williamson Road has many fast food restaurants.
Friday, June 7 2013 9:39 AM EDT2013-06-07 13:39:23 GMT
This summer Foley Health and Fitness Training is working together with Tuck Chiropractic Spinal Sports Injury Clinic to put on the first young athletes' summer training camp.
This summer Foley Health and Fitness Training is working together with Tuck Chiropractic Spinal Sports Injury Clinic to put on the first young athletes' summer training camp.
Friday, June 7 2013 9:38 AM EDT2013-06-07 13:38:28 GMT
If you'd like to sample all the craft beers our area has to offer, head to LewisGale Field in Salem on Saturday for the third annual Big Lick Beertopia.
If you'd like to sample all the craft beers our area has to offer, head to LewisGale Field in Salem on Saturday for the third annual Big Lick Beertopia.
Thursday, June 6 2013 9:22 AM EDT2013-06-06 13:22:49 GMT
Murder suspect Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez is back in Alleghany County. He was formally arraigned Wednesday for the murder of his wife, Ashley Kimberlin Rodriguez.
Murder suspect Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez is back in Alleghany County. He was formally arraigned Wednesday for the murder of his wife, Ashley Kimberlin Rodriguez.
Thursday, June 6 2013 8:56 AM EDT2013-06-06 12:56:40 GMT
While strawberry season would typically be ending this time of year, a late start to the season means there are more strawberries on the vines than there are being picked.
While strawberry season would typically be ending this time of year, a late start to the season means there are more strawberries on the vines than there are being picked.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-06-05 15:09:14 GMT
Last fall, Zach Foutz was diagnosed with fungal meningitis after receiving a tainted spinal injection from Insight Imaging in Roanoke. Now he's being featured by Kellogg's.
Last fall, Zach Foutz was diagnosed with fungal meningitis after receiving a tainted spinal injection from Insight Imaging in Roanoke. Now he's being featured by Kellogg's.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-06-05 14:36:49 GMT
The goal is bring one gigabit network connection to Blacksburg. This will make the Internet a hundred times faster and give people and companies downtown access to free wireless Internet.
The goal is bring one gigabit network connection to Blacksburg. This will make the Internet a hundred times faster and give people and companies downtown access to free wireless Internet.
Dr. Carrie Turnbull from the Staunton River Vet Clinic answers viewers' questions about bumps and hair loss in dogs, dog gland-cleaning schedule, and keeping outdoor pets cool in the summer.
Dr. Carrie Turnbull from the Staunton River Vet Clinic answers viewers' questions about bumps and hair loss in dogs, dog gland-cleaning schedule, and keeping outdoor pets cool in the summer.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:09 AM EDT2013-06-04 13:09:29 GMT
After almost two weeks of God's Pit Crew helping the people in Oklahoma sort through miles of wreckage the tornado left behind, the volunteers suddenly found themselves in danger.
After almost two weeks of God's Pit Crew helping the people in Oklahoma sort through miles of wreckage the tornado left behind, the volunteers suddenly found themselves in danger.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:01 AM EDT2013-06-04 13:01:48 GMT
This past Thursday, the store suffered $100,000 in damage after a fire in the attic, which the Roanoke Fire Marshal's Office believes was sparked by an electrical failure.
This past Thursday, the store suffered $100,000 in damage after a fire in the attic, which the Roanoke Fire Marshal's Office believes was sparked by an electrical failure.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-06-04 12:58:43 GMT
After three incidents this weekend along Williamson Road, including a shooting, armed robbery, and aggravated assault, Roanoke City Police said they will be stepping up patrols.
After three incidents this weekend along Williamson Road, including a shooting, armed robbery, and aggravated assault, Roanoke City Police said they will be stepping up patrols.
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-06-04 12:51:04 GMT
The Salem Chick-fil-A celebrates its one year anniversary, on Monday.
The Salem Chick-Fil-A celebrated its one year anniversary on Monday. As part of the celebration, Shaine and Vanessa Miles, the owners and operators, presented a scholarship.
Monday, June 3 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-06-03 15:14:08 GMT
The demand for truck drivers in central and southwest Virginia is continuing to spike. Partnering with Virginia Western to train drivers, Commercial Driver Services is actively recruiting new drivers to fill the need.
The demand for truck drivers in central and southwest Virginia is continuing to spike. Partnering with Virginia Western to train drivers, Commercial Driver Services is actively recruiting new drivers to fill the need.
Tim Ciesco sat down with the country star, who wrote the No. 1 hit "Dirt Road Anthem," and learned why he says rap and country go together like chicken and biscuits.
Tim Ciesco sat down with the country star, who wrote the No. 1 hit "Dirt Road Anthem," and learned why he says rap and country go together like chicken and biscuits.
We gave Kim Cawley the VIP treatment at the all-day country music event on one condition: that she come back this morning to give us a full report on how it went.
We gave Kim Cawley the VIP treatment at the all-day country music event on one condition: that she come back this morning to give us a full report on how it went.
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