Dawn Jefferies is an award winning reporter and anchor. She serves as anchor of WSLS 10 On Your Side Today from 5 to 7 each morning.
Dawn joined WSLS in 2000. She helped the station earn a 2007 Peabody Award for it's breaking coverage of the tragic shootings at Virginia Tech. Dawn delivered live reports from the campus throughout more than 12 hours of live, continuous coverage on April 16th and in the days following.
Dawn received an Emmy nomination for her reporting and has been recognized by the Associated Press and Virginia Association of Broadcasters with several awards for best and outstanding reporting. She's covered numerous breaking stories including the death of Jerry Falwell for NBC News, the sniper shootings in outside Washington D.C., the anniversary of the September 11th attacks in New York, and the U.S.S Cole Bombing.
Dawn has a strong belief in helping others and doing for the community. Issues relevant to women and children are most important to her. Dawn helps to promote breast cancer awareness in the Roanoke Valley, often speaking about her mother's battle and victory over the often deadly disease. Her reporting helped the station earn an award for community service through journalism in 2003.
Prior to coming to Roanoke, Dawn worked at the CBS affiliate in Greenville, MS. Dawn is a native of Baltimore and studied Journalism at the University of Maryland. While in college, she interned at the CBS affiliate Washington, D.C. and at "America's Most Wanted: Final Justice."
Dawn enjoys traveling and cooking and most importantly, spending time with her husband and family.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:20 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:20:02 GMT
Virginia Tech Ph.D. Student Amy Elliott will show her pure genius for the final time tonight in her bid to be America's next great engineer. We introduced you to Amy Elliott in May just before she made
Virginia Tech Ph.D. Student Amy Elliott will show her pure genius for the final time tonight in her bid to be America's next great engineer.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:17 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:17:19 GMT
The Christiansburg Aquatic Center has a new record this morning for the largest swimming lesson, now it's waiting to see if it helped break a Guinness World Record. 120 swimmers took part in Tuesday's
The Christiansburg Aquatic Center has a new record this morning for the largest swimming lesson, now it's waiting to see if it helped break a Guinness World Record.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:06 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:06:41 GMT
Weather permitting, a lane closure will be in place between on southbound Interstate 581 between Hershberger Road and Valley View Boulevard on from 10:00 tonight to 6:00 Thursday morning. Work will be
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:47 AM EDT2013-06-18 09:47:58 GMT
Local pools will attempt to break a Guinness World Record and save lives today. The Galax Recreation Center and Christiansburg Aquatic Center are one of 700 locations around the globe that will take part
Local pools will attempt to break a Guinness World Record and save lives today.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:29 AM EDT2013-06-18 09:29:59 GMT
Vice President Joe Biden will try to restart the gun control push with a White House event to discuss the administration's progress in combating gun violence this afternoon. It's the first time he or the
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Monday, June 17 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:29:56 GMT
Jury selection continues in the second degree murder trial of George Zimmerman today. Attorneys are trying to seat six jurors and four alternates so that the trial can move forward. Julie Hermann, the
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:17 AM EDT2013-06-17 12:17:20 GMT
Paul Wyatt Distler shows us his garden, "the rest are tomatoes but that one is a pumpkin," he says as he points out what's planted. The 6-year-old and his family have gardened for years but this year
A new program is helping kids learn the ropes of farm to table in a hands on way. The Blacksburg Farmer's Market's Market Kids program shows them what it takes to grow their own and eventually sell their produce.
Friday, June 14 2013 10:40 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:40:32 GMT
Two relays will take place tonight to benefit one cause. The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life in Roanoke and Salem both kick off tonight at the Reserve Avenue athletic fields and Salem High School. Activities
The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life in Roanoke and Salem both kick off tonight at the Reserve Avenue athletic fields and Salem High School.
Friday, June 14 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:34:50 GMT
Restaurant Week is coming back to Blacksburg starting this weekend. The seven day event runs Sunday to Saturday and features 25 deals on everything from meals to treats at several restaurants. Most
Restaurant Week is coming back to Blacksburg starting this weekend. The seven day event runs Sunday to Saturday and features 25 deals on everything from meals to treats at several restaurants.
Friday, June 14 2013 10:27 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:27:18 GMT
Newtown residents will pause and remember the 26 people killed at Sandy Hook Elementary six months ago today. A moment of silence will be observed and church bells will ring at 9-30 a-a.m. in honor of
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Friday, June 14 2013 9:10 AM EDT2013-06-14 13:10:37 GMT
Jazzercise is making a comeback. The fitness craze that began in the late 60s is so popular in the New River Valley, a new space was needed. Here it is, Jazzercise will open at Market Place Shopping Center
The fitness craze that began in the late 60s is so popular in the New River Valley, a new space was needed. Jazzercise will open at Market Place Shopping Center in Christiansburg.
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:54:35 GMT
Families and friends of those killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary shootings will spend the day in Washington remembering the 20 children and six adults killed in December. The families will have a vigil
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Thursday, June 13 2013 5:22 AM EDT2013-06-13 09:22:47 GMT
A local business will have its grand opening tonight and celebrate by making a donation to local charity. Minuteman Press of Roanoke at Springwood Park has partnered with neighboring Salon Associates
A local business will have its grand opening tonight and celebrate by making a donation to local charity.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:48 AM EDT2013-06-12 13:48:28 GMT
Sherri Hamlin knows how to save. "I love couponing," she said. And she's found a new way to save and shop more. "I had a friend message me this whole shopkick thing." shopkick, a free app that rewards
There's an app for just about everything including one that can give you a little retail therapy, free of charge. It's said to be one of the five most widely used shopping apps in the country and you just might kick yourself if you don't have it the next time you head to the store.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 5:17 AM EDT2013-06-12 09:17:58 GMT
Opening statements begin in the day ahead in the Whitey Bulger trial. The 83-year-old is perhaps the most notorious mob boss ever in the city of Boston. He's pled not guilty to charges that include racketeering,
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:48 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:48:32 GMT
President Barack Obama will make remarks in support of the Senate's immigration bill at the White House this morning. The Senate has scheduled two procedural votes to allow debate to move forward on their
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:26:13 GMT
It's Primary Day and Virginia Democrats will head to the polls to decide nominees for Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor in statewide primary as well as a few local seats. Polls are open from 6:00
It's Primary Day in Virginia. Some voters will notice new voting machines when they head to the polls.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 6:14 AM EDT2013-06-11 10:14:08 GMT
Blacksburg Town Council will have a public hearing tonight and vote to accept a rezoning request at First & Main Shopping District. The planning commission will offer its recommendations following changes
Blacksburg Town Council will have a public hearing tonight and vote to accept a rezoning request at First & Main Shopping District.
Monday, June 10 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-06-10 16:12:36 GMT
The Lyric Theater in Blacksburg has met its goal to raise $50,000 to pay for its transition to digital. The historic theater started a fundraiser on the crowd funding website, Kickstarter 30 days ago.
The Lyric Theater in Blacksburg has met and surpassed its goal to raise $50,000 to pay for its transition to digital.
Monday, June 10 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-06-10 15:04:16 GMT
Immigration reform will be debated on the Senate floor today. Votes will start this week on the Gang of Eight's bipartisan immigration reform bill, which won support Sunday from some GOP members. Apple
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Tuesday, May 28 2013 6:15 AM EDT2013-05-28 10:15:13 GMT
George Zimmerman will be in court this morning. The judge will determine the admissibility of certain evidence in the trial against Zimmerman who is accused of killing unarmed Florida teen Trayvon Martin
Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
