Special delivery: Campbell County patrol lieutenant successfully delivers baby in back of car
Read full article: Special delivery: Campbell County patrol lieutenant successfully delivers baby in back of carA Campbell County patrol lieutenant went beyond the line of duty on Thursday when she helped to deliver a baby in the back seat of a vehicle.
Local non-profit adopts veterans who don’t get visitors on Christmas
Read full article: Local non-profit adopts veterans who don’t get visitors on ChristmasThis Christmas marks the fourth year that the non-profit, FRAME (family readiness and military ease) adopts a number of veterans who don’t receive visitors for the holiday.
NRV girl who lost both feet in tragic incident defies odds, is now dancing happily
Read full article: NRV girl who lost both feet in tragic incident defies odds, is now dancing happilyIt's nothing short of miracle. Aubrey Scaletta from the New River Valley lost both her feet in an accident while riding in her father's pickup truck. After six surgeries, Aubrey is defying odds, not only walking, but dancing.
‘He’s my boy’: After 637 days, dog finds forever home through Clear the Shelters program
Read full article: ‘He’s my boy’: After 637 days, dog finds forever home through Clear the Shelters programAfter waiting 637 days at the Montgomery County Care and Adoption Center, Ice, now known as Ice T, is finally home.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Bouncer, boxing coach inspires community through spoken word poetry
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Bouncer, boxing coach inspires community through spoken word poetryA Roanoke man with a tough exterior, but a larger-than-life personality and a heart of gold is sharing deep words of motivation through spoken word in the Commonwealth.
‘It’s like watching your kid take their first step:’ Virginia Tech vet team helps poodle walk again
Read full article: ‘It’s like watching your kid take their first step:’ Virginia Tech vet team helps poodle walk againTootsie, an aging standard poodle, was diagnosed with ‘wobbler syndrome' after her legs stopped working
‘She gave me a new life’: Virginia Tech employee donates kidney to fellow Hokie in need of transplant
Read full article: ‘She gave me a new life’: Virginia Tech employee donates kidney to fellow Hokie in need of transplantVirginia Tech employees, Yang Zhang and Annie Chalmers-Williams were complete strangers until Yang was in need of a kidney.
Pulaski Police Department welcomes first Honorary Member
Read full article: Pulaski Police Department welcomes first Honorary MemberChief Neice, Captain Hudson, Officer Tabor, and CRS Ramsey were able to meet John Knarr and welcome him as the department’s first Honorary Member, PPD wrote in a Facebook post.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Salem man honors late grandfather through bowling a perfect score
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Salem man honors late grandfather through bowling a perfect scoreHaving a perfect score in bowling is very challenging, but to achieve that perfect score nearly 20 times is beyond rewarding.
📣 ROLL CALL: Nominate someone who’s making a difference in Southwest, Central Virginia
Read full article: 📣 ROLL CALL: Nominate someone who’s making a difference in Southwest, Central VirginiaThe people you nominate will have the chance to have their stories told during our newscasts and on our website
John Carlin’s Outdoors | Kinzie Dickman takes adaptive skiing to a new level
Read full article: John Carlin’s Outdoors | Kinzie Dickman takes adaptive skiing to a new levelKinzie Dickman was a standout athlete until a car crash cost her the use of her legs. She dropped into depression until she discovered adaptive sports at Snowshoe Resort in West Virginia. With a bit of practice, she has once again found the freedom to fly down the slopes. And now she is taking the sport to a new level as she tries for a spot on the Paralympic team. Not only has she discovered the freedom of the wind in her face, but she has found something within herself as she instructs others how to follow her path.
Roanoke Fire-EMS’ foster dog program helps shelter animals, first responders
Read full article: Roanoke Fire-EMS’ foster dog program helps shelter animals, first respondersRoanoke Fire-EMS’ newest employee has already earned herself a reputation. Audi, the 3-year-old dog, is a couch potato who loves getting pets, giving kisses and exploring her new surroundings.
Makayla Strong: Eight-year-old’s love of hockey continues through cancer battle
Read full article: Makayla Strong: Eight-year-old’s love of hockey continues through cancer battleMakayla’s love for hockey started at a very young age. She was playing in the street back in May when we first met the active eight-year-old. She had just been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Floyd woman’s love for hermit crabs makes waves in science community
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Floyd woman’s love for hermit crabs makes waves in science communityA Floyd woman has worked decades to figure out her life, but little did she know it would be a hermit crab that would help her claw her way to her purpose.
Boones Mill Elementary principal, officer take pie to the face after successful food drive challenge
Read full article: Boones Mill Elementary principal, officer take pie to the face after successful food drive challengeLeaders at Boones Mill Elementary gave their students a challenge before Thanksgiving: bring in at least 500 items for the food drive, and you can throw pies at Mrs. Shaver and Sergeant Grantham in front of the entire student body.
Virginia Tech Basketball players, Carilion Children’s team up to fight pediatric cancer
Read full article: Virginia Tech Basketball players, Carilion Children’s team up to fight pediatric cancerVirginia Tech Men's and Women's Basketball players visited patients at Carilion Children's to decorate shoes together for the upcoming Coaches vs. Cancer games
Virginia Tech basketball player visits New River Valley Head Start programs
Read full article: Virginia Tech basketball player visits New River Valley Head Start programsFrom the court to the classroom, Hokies forward John Camden paid visits to New River Community Action Head Start locations in Blacksburg and Christiansburg on Monday.
Dream come true: Buchanan teen performs in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Read full article: Dream come true: Buchanan teen performs in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day ParadeJames River High School Senior, Macy Williams was selected to perform the alto saxophone with Macy's Great American Marching Band in this year's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
‘Don’t give up, just keep moving forward’: Local wounded warrior with a contagious smile
Read full article: ‘Don’t give up, just keep moving forward’: Local wounded warrior with a contagious smileThe road to recovery since that fateful day has been hard, but part of his healing is horseback riding – something that wasn’t easy at first.
12-year-old girl saves family from fire, honored by Appomattox County authorities
Read full article: 12-year-old girl saves family from fire, honored by Appomattox County authoritiesThe family was inside the home at the time of the fire, but Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department said Aalaysia, a middle school student, woke up to the fire and took action.
Franklin County girl donates money from her lemonade stand to local animal shelter
Read full article: Franklin County girl donates money from her lemonade stand to local animal shelterThe adoption center’s director, Anita Scott, said we could all learn a thing or two from Abby and no donation is too small.
Blind 21-year-old pilot makes historic flight to Washington D.C.
Read full article: Blind 21-year-old pilot makes historic flight to Washington D.C.A blind 21-year-old lands her dream of flying a plane as she flies from Arizona to Washington D.C., according to the Foundation for Blind Children (FBC).
‘I thank God every day:’ Moneta family gifted new home nine months after house fire
Read full article: ‘I thank God every day:’ Moneta family gifted new home nine months after house fireBedford County churches, businesses and people in the community came together to give the Durham family a new home nine months after theirs was destroyed in a fire.
A touchdown to remember: William Fleming student gets the chance to live out his football dream
Read full article: A touchdown to remember: William Fleming student gets the chance to live out his football dreamTyree was told he wouldn’t be able to walk or talk, and on Friday night, he made his first touchdown in a football game.
Buchanan boy needs help collecting peanut butter to help kids in need
Read full article: Buchanan boy needs help collecting peanut butter to help kids in needEvery year, a Botetourt County boy makes a difference here in our community – making sure no other child goes hungry. This year he’s facing several obstacles … and needs your help.
Act of kindess: Roanoke first responders stay after call, finish mowing yard
Read full article: Act of kindess: Roanoke first responders stay after call, finish mowing yardFirst responders were called to help a woman having a medical emergency while she was mowing her yard, but their work didn’t stop when the call was over.
Crocheting for a cause: 96-year-old woman makes baby blankets, hats for local hospital
Read full article: Crocheting for a cause: 96-year-old woman makes baby blankets, hats for local hospitalStitch by stitch, Munsey spent the past year crocheting about 100 baby blankets and hats for LewisGale Medical Center’s new NICU, which is set to open in 2023.
22-year-old raising little brother after parents passed away gifted remodeled home in Houston-area
Read full article: 22-year-old raising little brother after parents passed away gifted remodeled home in Houston-areaA Houston-area organization and numerous volunteers came together to renovate a home for two brothers who lost their parents.
Man wanted by Campbell County authorities, but not to make an arrest
Read full article: Man wanted by Campbell County authorities, but not to make an arrestThe Campbell County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to identify a man – not to arrest him, but to thank him for helping a deputy who was assaulted.