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    2 Roanoke Co. schools on lockdown

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    William Byrd Middle School and William Byrd High School have been placed on lockdown as a precaution. More>>

    Unique Staycations: Beliveau Estate Winery more than just a tasting room

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    We're wrapping up our week-long staycation series with a trip down to Blacksburg -- and a new winery there that says it wants to be more than just a tasting room. More>>

    Market Square vendors hoping to rebound this summer

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    Two years of construction on Center in the Square proved difficult for farmers market vendors. More>>

    Wind Advisory Friday

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    Windy conditions are expected today for the New River and Roanoke Valleys. More>>

    Roanoke using Center in the Square to sell city's future Video included

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    Economic Development Director Wayne Bowers is marketing to Roanoke to new businesses by selling the downtown area. More>>

    What's News Today, Friday, May 24, 2013

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    Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia. More>>

    Botetourt County deputies investigating shooting

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    The Botetourt County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting off of Carvins Cove Road More>>

    Buena Vista Police find woman dead in home

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    According to Lt. Chittum, a man has been taken into custody, and the case is still under investigation. More>>

    Boy Scouts approve plan to accept openly gay boys

    The Boy Scouts of America threw open its ranks Thursday to gay Scouts but not gay Scout leaders - a fiercely contested compromise that some warned could fracture the organization and lead to mass defections of members and... More>>

    Greenways approved for $12.7 million Video included

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    The Roanoke River Greenways will be getting $12,775,000 to finish the greenway from Green Hill Park to the Blue Ridge Parkway. More>>

    Deputies find Desia Rae George's body in Grayson Co.

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    Neighbor found Desia Rae George's cell phone, which kicked off a search of the area where the phone was recovered More>>

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