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'It's a miracle': Northside High School student returns to baseball after brain tumor

A Northside High School student is recovering faster than expected a couple of months after two surgeries to remove a brain tumor.

Cadets with Growth Through Opportunity one step closer to graduation

Cadets with the Growth Through Opportunity are one step close to graduating after a small ceremony Wednesday.

National D-Day memorial asking WWII veterans to register for 75th anniversary recognition

Organizers of The Final Solute at the National D-Day memorial in Bedford are asking that World War II veterans pre-register for the ceremony.

12-year-old Amherst boy collects wedding, prom dresses to help women

12-year-old middle school student Kenneth Lloyd gives free prom and wedding dresses to women. His inspiration comes from his sister, who couldn’t afford the prom dress sh...

Eat dinner at Chipotle in Roanoke to help Big Brothers Big Sisters

If you’re looking for a good excuse to dine out for dinner this week, a portion of your purchase at Chipotle will help kids in need Monday evening.

Valentine's bake sale raises money to buy paralyzed dog wheelchair

Shadow recently was paralyzed in his rear legs. Although Shadow was very loved by his previous owner, because of their age and own difficulties with mobility, they were u...

Deal or Dud: Star Shower Slide Show

If the outside of your home is not looking festive, the Star Shower Slide Show promises to help.

Deal or Dud: Tree Dazzler

The Tree Dazzler says it creates a dazzling light show in seconds.

New technology helping social workers, families across Virginia

Virginia is investing $10 million dollars in new technology to make social worker's jobs easier.

Local Boy Scout troop gives back after buying more than 560 canned goods

A group of young Boy Scouts from the New River Valley rolled up their sleeves and got to work to help out a local charity.

Local football stadium voted best in the country

A local football stadium is now recognized as the best in the country.

Meet Michael: He likes technology, exploring nature and hopes to be a veterinarian

Every child needs love and the hope of a bright future, but thousands in Virginia don't have that. Those are the children in foster care.

Giles Sheriff's Office saves Halloween for more than a thousand kids

While many Halloween celebrations got rained out last week, one local sheriff's department made sure there were plenty of treats to be had.

Top zip codes where sex offenders live in Southwest, Central Virginia

Ahead of Halloween, 10 News is working to keep you and your family safe.

Mysterious orb of light seen on Roanoke surveillance camera remains unexplained

Just in time for Halloween, 10 News has a mysterious viewer video that has many speculating on social media.

The split-second decision by an Averett University football player that saved a man's life

While warming up on the sidelines, an Averett University football player made a split-second decision that saved the life of a stranger.

10-year-old Lynchburg goalie dedicates soccer saves to breast cancer research

The love of the game often goes beyond the field. That's the case for a Lynchburg ten-year-old who is using his skills as a soccer goalie to raise money for a cause that'...

Roanoke Fire-EMS mentors superheroes in the making at Wasena Elementary

Not all superheroes wear capes, but these students at Wasena Elementary do.

Franklin Co. schools focus on teaching kindness to children

Franklin County Public Schools are embracing the power of positivity. A kind word or gesture has the power to change someone's day, that's why Franklin County has joined ...

Food, clothing pantry helps more than 200 families in first days of opening

“We turn no one away,” said Director of His Cupboard, Denise Stott. She and her husband Will were living on a boat in the Gulf of Mexico when she said they felt a calling...