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Health officials issue rabies warning after skunk tests positive in Botetourt County
Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts have issued a public advisory following the confirmation of a rabies…
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Roanoke City Schools launch “Star City Eats” to tackle food insecurity
Roanoke, Virginia – Recent data from Feeding America indicates that Southwest Virginia’s food insecurity rate is 2% above the national average.…
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Roanoke’s ‘Back to School Extravaganza’ to showcase ‘Load the Bus’ success
Roanoke, Virginia – The recently held “Load the Bus” event in Roanoke has resulted in a commendable collection of supplies, ready…
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Roanoke City and Virginia Western partner to enhance machining education
Roanoke, Virginia – An open house was organized to unveil a new machining lab at Roanoke City’s Technical Educational Center…
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Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office bolsters bike patrols following greenway attack
Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that they are intensifying bike patrols along the Lick Run…
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Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office intensifies engagement with senior community, organizes a free trip to D-Day Memorial
Roanoke, Virginia – Under the guidance of Sheriff Hash, the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office consistently pursues strategies to fortify its rapport…
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Roanoke schools strengthen resilience against drugs and bullying with D.A.R.E program
Roanoke, Virginia – As students return to the classroom, issues surrounding drug abuse and peer pressure remain pertinent concerns for parents.…
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Roanoke witnesses surge in gun-related crimes
Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke Police Department has noted a significant increase in gun-related crimes this year, documenting 48 cases involving…
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Gasoline prices in Roanoke see slight decline, national average rises
Roanoke, Virginia – Recent data from GasBuddy indicates a decline in average gasoline prices in Roanoke by 1.6 cents per gallon…
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Roanoke’s Wasena Bridge awaits overdue renovation; new timeline announced
Roanoke, Virginia – Residents of Roanoke persist in using the Wasena Bridge in the Southwest region, notwithstanding the previously announced replacement…
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