Viola Higgins

I’m a mother of 2 little angels that I continuously try to figure out and spend the other half figuring out how to be a great wife. Writing is my passion and I write regularly for the Virginian Tribune and several other national news outlets.

Local News

Viola HigginsSeptember 11, 2023

Gasoline prices in Roanoke see a slight decline

Roanoke, Virginia – Recent data from GasBuddy reveals that the average gasoline price in Roanoke has experienced a decline of 0.4…
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Local News

Viola HigginsSeptember 5, 2023

Roanoke police seek public’s help in locating 81-year-old man

Roanoke, Virginia – In a recent press conference, the Roanoke Police Department expressed growing concerns regarding the disappearance of Mr. James…
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Local News

Viola HigginsAugust 31, 2023

Roanoke adjusts solid waste collection schedule in light of Labor Day

Roanoke, Virginia – In light of the upcoming Labor Day on September 4, 2023, Roanoke City has announced adjustments to its…
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Virginia

Viola HigginsAugust 30, 2023

Virginia’s long-awaited budget discussion to resume next week

Richmond, Virginia – Virginia’s legislators are scheduled to reconvene in Richmond soon to deliberate on a compromise related to the protracted…
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Local News

Viola HigginsAugust 28, 2023

Roanoke Parks and Recreation honors volunteers in milestone trail celebration

Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke has recently achieved the commendable milestone of managing over 100 miles of trails and…
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Virginia

Viola HigginsAugust 25, 2023

Monthly bills set to rise as Appalachian Power proposes rate increase

Richmond, Virginia – Appalachian Power has settled with state regulators on a proposed rate hike. Under this proposal, the average…
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Virginia

Viola HigginsAugust 24, 2023

Popeyes closes its doors at Dulles Town Center in Sterling

Sterling, Virginia – There are thousands of Popeyes restaurants operating within the United States. Despite the robust presence of this…
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Local News

Viola HigginsAugust 22, 2023

Roanoke residents invited to shape future of historic market building

Roanoke, Virginia – The Star City community is invited to share their perspectives on the future of the Roanoke City…
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Local News

Viola HigginsAugust 21, 2023

Roanoke gas prices experienced a slight uptick, now averaging $3.54

Roanoke, Virginia – Gasoline prices in Roanoke have seen a slight increase of 0.3 cents per gallon over the past week,…
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Community

Viola HigginsAugust 20, 2023

Affordable household items on offer at “Trinity Treasures” annual sale

Moneta, Virginia – Trinity Ecumenical Parish is set to host its annual event, “Trinity Treasures,” on Friday, August 25th, from…
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