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Vinton man voted Fathers of June winner for caring for paralyzed son Video included

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After hundreds of votes WSLS viewers picked Mark Johnson as our Fathers of June contest winner. More>>

First Ever Croc-tail Crawl in Roanoke Video included

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You may have heard of a bar-crawl, but a community group in Roanoke is introducing a new spin to the term. It's called a "croc-tail crawl." It is a themed event much like the traditional bar-crawl that More>>

Bedford County Father of June finalist survived grenade attack in Vietnam War Video included

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Our fourth Fathers of June finalist, Wayne Dooley, is a Vietnam War hero and a hero to his daughter. More>>

Bedford County man Fathers of June finalist for fostering and adopting children Video included

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Wednesday's Fathers of June finalist Mike Freeman decided to become a foster parent after he and his wife couldn't have kids of their own. More>>

Vinton Father of June finalist cares for paralyzed son Video included

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Mark Johnson from Vinton spends every day taking care of his son, Logan, who suffered a paralyzing spinal cord injury at birth. More>>

John Young named Father of June finalist raises four kids after losing wife Video included

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Monday, marks the first nominee for our "Fathers of June" contest. More>>

WSLS to help raise food for Governor's Bowl Video included

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Last year WSLS partnered with the local chambers of commerce and Feeding America Southwest Virginia to raise awareness for the first ever Governor's Bowl Food and Fund Drive.  Now, we're back at it again to drum up support for the second annual fundraiser. More>>

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  • Friday, June 14 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-06-14 17:46:55 GMT
    New this year to Relay for Life--- honoring local heroes. Some selected have passed away after battling cancer and others are now cancer free. "There was a time when I really thought I wasn't going to
    New this year to Relay for Life--- honoring local heroes. Some selected have passed away after battling cancer and others are now cancer free.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:47:02 GMT
    Home Instead Senior Care says their own research has shown the positive effects volunteering has on seniors -- both physically and mentally.  That's why for the second straight year, they've held a contest
    Home Instead Senior Care says their own research has shown the positive effects volunteering has on seniors -- both physically and mentally.  That's why for the second straight year, they've held a contest that recognizes seniors for the work they do in their communities to make them better.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-06-07 04:00:20 GMT
    As we mark the 69th Anniversary of D-Day a World War II veteran got one of the biggest surprises in his life over Memorial Day weekend. Jerome "Jerry" Howard came out on his front porch to find a donated
    As we mark the 69th Anniversary of D-Day a World War II veteran got one of the biggest surprises in his life over Memorial Day weekend.
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 3:57 PM EDT2013-06-06 19:57:02 GMT
    The Blue Ridge Veterans celebrate raising more than $15,000 during 2012 for local veterans organizations including the build a smart home through the Tunnel to Towers foundation for Patrick County Marine
    The Blue Ridge Veterans celebrate raising more than $15,000 during 2012 for local veterans organizations including the build a smart home through the Tunnel to Towers foundation for Patrick County Marine
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-06-06 04:19:23 GMT
    The little things in life can make the biggest difference in our lives. For example, at the Sheraton in Roanoke there's a van driver and bellman who's become an ambassador for the area. Everyday, Xavier
    Everyday, Xavier Fox picks people up from the airport and brings them back to the hotel.
  • Tuesday, June 4 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-06-04 22:56:01 GMT
    Second Wave Ministry in Roanoke is sending clothes and other items after the first wave of donations has gone out to victims of the Oklahoma tornado. Kate McIntyre came up with the unique idea after living
    Second Wave Ministry in Roanoke is sending clothes and other items after the first wave of donations has gone out to victims of the Oklahoma tornado.
  • Tuesday, June 4 2013 3:16 PM EDT2013-06-04 19:16:32 GMT
    Deaf Dogs Rock, a Salem non-profit, is working to help dogs with special needs. Christina Lee and her husband Chris started the non-profit in 2011, after adopting their dog Nitro, who is deaf. "He inspired
    Deaf Dogs Rock, a Salem non-profit, is working to help dogs with special needs.

    Christina Lee and her husband Chris started the non-profit in 2011, after adopting their dog Nitro, who is deaf.
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