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The T.G. Howard Community Center awarded 10 News Anchor/Reporter Duke Carter the “Community Impact Award” earlier this week.

Pipestem State Park in West Virginia has added an attraction called Pipestem Adventures. It includes everything from a half day zipline tour over the nearby gorge to ax throwing and family friendly kayaking.

The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research awarded 10 News Anchor John Carlin its inaugural Crystal Sarcoidosis Inspiration Award for his contributions to the fight against the disease, most notably the FSR Sarc Fighter podcast.

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Binky, an 18-year-old dog, was reunited with his owner in Georgia after going missing three years earlier, Dorchester Paws, a South Carolina animal shelter said.

Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg is back in the kitchen to show us how to make a refreshing lemon lime pie, a recipe inspired by a ginger, lemon-lime drink Karmen serves her family.

We’re in the kitchen with Mary Rapoport with the Virginia Egg Council to learn how to make choux pastry.

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Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center's newest ambassador needs a name! The public can vote what they think this adorable dwarf squirrel should be called. The names Pecan, Peanut, and Nutter Butter have made it to the final round of voting through Facebook and Instagram. An anonymous donor also nominated the name Baldwin.

Perhaps the most unique place for a pick-me-up in Southwest Virginia, Caffé Museo, has now expanded it’s menu to offer beer and wine.

Officials said that the iconic Shamrock Shake will be making a return to McDonald’s on Feb. 20 along with another treat – the OREO Shamrock McFlurry.

A man who was saved by a Coast Guard rescue swimmer at the mouth of the Columbia River on Friday was wanted by police for a bizarre fish dumping incident at the home featured in the classic film, “The Goonies.”.

Pancakes ... for dinner? Yes! Join Rachel Lucas in the kitchen to make these tasty Lemon Ricotta Pancakes from the Virginia Egg Council.

Whether it’s for a romantic Valentine’s Day date with a bouquet of roses, a fun night out with the fam, or a self-care day, there are plenty of small businesses you could support throughout our region.

With the Cry Me a Cockroach fundraiser, the zoo allows you to name a cockroach, rodent, or veggie after that one person that takes up a little too much of your headspace ... and not in a good way.

Mary Rapoport with the Virginia Egg Council has a delicious pumpkin bread pudding desert that she says is super easy to make. “It’s ideal for grand or casual occasions."

A young Rhode Island girl has finally figured out how to determine if Santa Claus is real — DNA.

Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg is back in the kitchen to show us how to make apple pie pumpkin cupcakes – a yummy treat for all of you with a sweet tooth!

Mary Rapoport joins us in the kitchen to make a traditional quiche.

Texas Roadhouse joins us in the kitchen to show us how to make the restaurant’s legendary ribs.

The wait is over ... Christmas is here! Mariah Carey is blasting, Christmas breakfast is cooking, and the kids were up before the sun ... well, maybe in some households.

Santa Claus, is that you already? Christmas is almost here, and you might just be lucky enough to hear those bells jingling and jangling and as the jolly crew comes to deliver presents in the night.

Are you making those cookies for Santa and his elves, or are you making them for yourself? (We won’t tell the jolly fella, promise.)

It’s one holiday that you won’t ever forget as a parent: your baby’s first holiday.

From Christmas movies to the annual parades and events, there are tons of traditions to look forward to during the holiday season – and one might be on the way to your mailbox soon!

A family tradition for the holidays: matching pjs.

Have you gone to any ugly Christmas sweater parties yet? Maybe yours is coming up, maybe you’ve already gone, or maybe you just need some inspiration – regardless, we want to see your ugliest, funniest, tackiest Christmas attire!

Did you make your ornaments this year or did your child bring home some extra holiday crafts? We want to see it all!

Oh, to feel the excitement rumbling in your tummy as you hand your parents the letter you wrote to Santa. What will he bring this year? Will you be on the naughty or nice list?

It was a cold and rainy day in early December — perfect weather for Musky fishing.

It’s the holiday season, and what better way to spread cheer than to show off these amazing moments and memories you’re making with your family and friends?

The Eilert's started this business at home but have watched it blossom in recent years

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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).

Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg, is back in the kitchen to show us how to make a recipe perfect for Fall.

Just in time for fall, Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg is back in the kitchen to show us how to make a spiced date cake. It’s a delicious cake recipe that creates sweetness primarily through the dates, and not added sugar.

Looking for a dinner recipe that’s good enough for company but doesn’t break the bank? Mary Rappaport with the Virginia Egg council has the perfect sandwich. Invite a few friends over to watch a movie or the ball game and casually whisk this sandwich up during the commercials.

So just what is a chaffle? Pronounced like waffle but put a ch in place of the w, it’s usually a savory waffle (but it also can be sweet, made with cream cheese and some sweetener) that’s small, and basically is just egg and cheese.

August is National Sandwich month! If you are looking for a new way to elevate your sandwich game, the Virginia Egg Council has some great recipes to try!Mary Rapaport, Consumer Affairs Director for the Virginia Egg Council joined WSLS in the outdoor kitchen to share three great sandwich recipes.

No oven? no problem! Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg created a deliciously perfect cheesecake inspired by her Mediterranean heritage that is no-bake, contains no egg, and has a hint of spice thanks to the Lotus Biscoff cookies.

Mary Rapaport, Consumer Affairs Director for the Virginia Egg Council joined WSLS in the outdoor kitchen to share her five-minute mashed banana bread recipe.

Everyone loves s’mores! But, Sebrina Ruth-Cooper is taking s’mores up a notch! Ruth-Cooper specializes in delicious homemade marshmallow treats at her business Bite Me Confections. She shows us how to make a campfire s'mores buffet.

You may have made a pizza before, but what about on the grill?10 Sports reporter Brooke Leonard shows us her favorite recipe that turns homemade pizza into an easy dish.

Love brownie batter? Ummmm.... yes!! Here’s a great recipe to capture that same flavor -- without the raw mix.

Spice up your movie night with some fun flavorings on your popcorn. Ditch the microwave bags, and pop your own on the stove or campfire. 10 Sports reporter Brooke Leonard shows us some of her favorite flavorings.

Coffee is out -- pistachio and rose are in! A new twist on a classic dessert. Karmen George, owner of Halwa Bakery & Cafe in Blacksburg created a deliciously perfect summertime dessert inspired by her Mediterranean heritage.

The perfect smoothie for summertime! Karmen George from Halwa Bakery in Blacksburg has a new item on the menu, a Mediterranean fruit smoothie. She makes it with gelato, fresh fruit, whipped cream and pistachios!

Fresh fruit and whipped cream?! Yes, please! The Chantilly cake is the most delectable summer treat that will look gorgeous on your dinner table!

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says additction happens gradually, but it always begins with experimentation.

Inflation is the topic of the month in our solutions journalism show, “Solutionaries.”

Put your knowledge of World Showcase to the test with our quiz.

Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?

It seems like you hear about it more and more these days: The extreme lengths people are going to in order to buy a new house; how much it costs to fill up the gas tank; and what we’re spending at the grocery store.

Just last week, we asked you, our readers and viewers: When it comes to inflation, or even just when you hear the word, what do you think of first? Or better yet, what’s affecting your life the most?

Although your favorite team may or may not still be dancing, the NCAA Tournament continues on, with Sweet 16 games running through the weekend.

Nearly five years after the United States men’s national soccer team famously blew a spot in the 2018 World Cup by losing to a vastly inferior Trinidad and Tobago squad in October of 2017 in the final game of qualifying, the moment of redemption has finally arrived for the Americans.

In recent years, an international team of linguists partnered with Merriam-Webster to analyze a decade’s worth of words.

Vitamin D deficiency is extraordinarily common, and most people don’t even realize they’re suffering from it.

The Academy Awards are happening in March, and in the 94 years the event has been running, only 20 Black actors have won an acting Oscar.

It’s known that breastfeeding can be extremely beneficial to a baby, but as it turns out, it’s extremely beneficial to the mom, as well, and in many ways.

If you’re familiar with the Texas coast, which isn’t known for having crystal clear water, you probably never would have suspected that a mere 100 miles off of Galveston is a 56 square mile marine sanctuary complete.

Do you do more for the planet, less for the planet, or about average, compared to your peers? We posed a series of poll questions just last month, trying to help you determine how environmentally friendly you are.

You hear it often: There’s a need for blood donors -- but there’s apparently a particular need for the Black community to step up and donate.

Exercise can be great once you get into a healthy routine -- especially when you’re doing some workouts you enjoy.

While it’s not as comfortable and it might be easier to lose motivation this time of year, colder winter days shouldn't prevent you from running outside.

With the NFL on a break for a week until Super Bowl festivities begin, a lot of focus now can turn to the start of the latest Winter Olympics, which open Friday in Beijing.

Chiefs fans celebrated their win in many ways, but one of those has massively benefited Buffalo’s Oishei Children’s Hospital.

When it comes to the human body, it goes without saying that our hearts are incredibly important.

If you ever had a doubt, and wondered about whether rock ‘n’ roll was a dying genre, go to a Courtney Barnett show.

January always feels like the longest month of the year, and since we’re almost at the end, you’re probably looking for some new shows or movies to watch to ease your boredom.

You should, in theory, know how to spell the following words. Yet they seem to be misspelled pretty often.

Did you have any idea just how many health care workers are nervous about a physical attack on the job?

Just last week, we asked: If you’re a health care worker, what are you seeing lately on the job?

Buying the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for someone is not always easy -- especially when you’ve just spent all your good ideas on Christmas.

Disney acquired the copyright to Winnie-the-Pooh books and its characters in 1961.

Look, SO much happened this year that it’s hard to believe 2021 is coming to a close. Are we still processing what went down in 2020? Absolutely. But 2022 is around the corner, and it’s time to reminisce about the year we just had.

It’s that time of year again: To watch all of the classic (and a few new) Christmas movies -- and given how 2021 has gone, we could all use a little holiday cheer these days, right?

After watching the first two episodes of the highly anticipated “Sex and the City” reboot “And Just Like That,” we couldn’t help but wonder: Is this the best reboot of a beloved TV show about to happen?

As an aging millennial who has the privilege of living with my parents while I save up to buy a house in this crazy housing market, I’ve noticed something about my parents that I had no clue about, previously: They’re obsessed with Hallmark Christmas movies.

‘Tis the season for desserts, cocktails and everything that’s delicious.

It’s safe to say it’s been a rough couple days for actor Jake Gyllenhaal.

Attending a major sporting event can be overwhelming: You might have to fly or embark on a road trip just to get there, depending on the location of course, and consider your accommodations and where you’ll stay, eat and how you’ll get around.

Last summer, we asked: “Are you or your partner pregnant -- or have you delivered in the past few months?” ... “We want to hear from you.”

It’s hard to believe, but Halloween is just about here.

You’d probably never think that a “mockumentary”-style TV show about a group of vampires who are roommates would be enjoyable, but somehow, FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” is the funniest TV show you’re probably not watching.

College football trophies have a tendency to be quirky, whether it’s the Old Brass Spittoon, the Little Brown Jug, the Iron Skillet, the Bronze Boot or the Golden Egg.

James Michael Tyler, who was best known for the role of Gunther on “Friends,” died Sunday at his home, according to reports.

What do you know about the original "Halloween" movie?

Since Halloween only comes around once a year, you’ve got to get your Halloween film binge-watching in while you can.

Can you believe that HBO’s hit “Succession” is finally back after being off the air for over two years?

Throughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.

Breast cancer awareness is abundant, as it well should be, but what we don't talk about often enough is breast cancer in men.

Friday will be a day many have been waiting for.

Did someone say Halloween movies?

Maybe it was when the pandemic first arrived in the United States, or perhaps it only happened in recent weeks or months. But if you lost a friend or family member to COVID-19, and you’d like to memorialize that person’s legacy, we invite you to share more.

One of last year’s many casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic was the Ryder Cup, which had to postpone its biannual event one year, to this fall.

One of golf’s more entertaining events, the Ryder Cup, begins on Friday and figures to be a lively and must-see event, once again, for golf and sports fans throughout the world.