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.

Crime & Safety

Viola HigginsJuly 27, 2023

Salem man sentenced to two decades for Walmart shootout linked to drug trade

Salem, Virginia – A resident of Salem, Jeriwon Lee Taylor, aged 42, has been handed a two-decade long federal prison sentence…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 26, 2023

Search underway for male suspect in Roanoke GNC Towers robbery

Roanoke, Virginia – In an ongoing investigation, the Roanoke Police Department is diligently seeking a male suspect in relation to a…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 24, 2023

Roanoke gasoline prices see an increase; national average remains steady

Roanoke, Virginia – In the most recent survey by GasBuddy, it has been reported that the average gasoline prices in…
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Viola HigginsJuly 20, 2023

VDOT to enhance pedestrian safety at McAfee Knob with new bridge

Roanoke County, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has received the necessary approvals to proceed with hiring contractors for…
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Viola HigginsJuly 18, 2023

VDOT advises of potential delays amid ongoing roundabout project

Roanoke County, Virginia – Motorists are advised to anticipate potential delays at the junction of Starkey Road and Buck Mountain…
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Viola HigginsJuly 17, 2023

Public invited to the ribbon-cutting ceremony of a new segment of the Roanoke River Greenway

Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke Parks and Recreation department, in collaboration with the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission, is set to host…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 14, 2023

Firefighter receives medical attention during Roanoke fire operation

Roanoke, Virginia – During a fire incident in Roanoke on Thursday morning, a firefighter required medical attention due to a medical…
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Viola HigginsJuly 13, 2023

Blue Cow Ice Cream: Roanoke’s chosen treat for National Ice Cream Day

Roanoke, Virginia – On the third Sunday of July 2023, the nation is set to partake in National Ice Cream Day,…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 12, 2023

Roanoke County residents urged to beware of phone scammers

Roanoke County, Virginia – The Roanoke County Police Department is urging residents to exercise vigilance amid a recent surge in telephone…
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Crime & Safety

Viola HigginsJuly 7, 2023

Trial date confirmed for Roanoke man in aggravated murder case

Bedford, Virginia – The judicial proceedings concerning Joseph Walker, a resident of Roanoke, who stands accused of a horrific crime,…
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