Kelly Marsh

Virginia Tech football players are known for making big plays on the field, but today they made an even bigger impact off of it. The team traded shoulder pads for power tools to help meet a basic need for local kids. Today’s mission didn’t involve a playbook—just lumber, tools, and a whole lot of Hokie hustle.

A Lynchburg native is making a name for himself on the global stage — through strategy, smarts, and a deck of Pokémon cards.

More than 70% of police departments nationwide say recruiting is tougher than it was five years ago, with most operating with a 10% staffing gap, according to a national survey.

Smith Mountain Lake draws crowds, boosts local businesses on Fourth of July weekend

Every year, fireworks set off a wave of frightened pets running away, but local shelters say the problem extends well beyond the Fourth of July.

As floodwaters continue to devastate parts of Texas, a Central Virginia nonprofit is mobilizing local support to send relief to families who have lost everything.

A major cycling event is underway in the Roanoke Valley, set to bring a significant boost to the local economy. Roanoke is on track to become a premier mountain biking destination, and hosting the 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships is a big step.

July is National Park and Recreation Month, and in Roanoke, it’s a time to celebrate the places people play, the community members who support them, and the projects shaping the city’s future.

Spotted lanternflies are wreaking havoc on trees and crops, but some pets are joining the fight against this destructive invasive species. Dogs are being trained to sniff out spotted lanternfly eggs, helping stop infestations before they start.

The Mill Mountain Zoo has plenty of fans, but lately, it’s not just the animals stealing the spotlight.