Forest Fire Department, Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, Bedford Police Department, Centra Health, Virginia State Police and Moneta Rescue squad participate in “Bedford County Toys for Kids 2025.”
The spirit of giving runs deep in the Roanoke Valley, where one organization has been making Christmas brighter for local families for three decades.
The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center announced Thursday that it had been recognized as one of the Top 10 Hotels for the Holidays in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025.
Looking to add a little extra sparkle to your child’s Christmas this year? The City of Salem Parks and Recreation Department is offering a chance for kids to receive a magical phone call from Santa himself.
First responders and hospital staff collaborate to create unforgettable holiday memories for children and families facing health challenges.
A historic DC-8 plane that carried Liberty University students and staff landed Sunday afternoon, signaling the end of a two-day trip to Jamaica to bring hope back to the island.
Salem held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade in Downtown Salem on Friday night, bringing families downtown for some holiday cheer and fun.
Karis Care Services is bringing holiday cheer to seniors in both the Roanoke and Lynchburg areas with its annual “Karis Christmas for Seniors” programs.
The 22nd Annual Roanoke County Christmas Tree Lighting kept up the tradition of holiday cheer in Roanoke County. The 30-foot tree - which is the largest tree the county has had to date - shined bright on Monday afternoon as hundreds of people gathered to see the lights.
On November 22nd, around 1500 people went to Explore Park in Roanoke to see all the lights and holiday festivities that could only be provided by Illuminights.
Roanoke County’s popular holiday light show, Illuminights, returns on Saturday, November 22, at Explore Park, featuring new attractions alongside traditional favorites that draw tens of thousands of visitors annually.
Flu cases are already starting to impact local school districts. Although the ideal time to get a flu vaccine has passed, a Carilion Clinic pediatrician is urging everyone to get the flu vaccine as soon as possible.
Southwest Virginia residents don’t have to wait until October 31st to get into the Halloween spirit, as numerous family-friendly events are scheduled across the region this weekend.
It’s the Fourth of July, and animal shelters are urging pet owners to take precautions, as the Roanoke Valley SPCA said many pets go missing around the holiday due to the fireworks
With the holiday season coming to a close, those with Christmas trees are probably going to be getting rid of them soon! For Danville locals, the city has made it easy for you to get rid of your tree soon and safely.
With the holiday season coming to a close, those with Christmas trees are probably going to be getting rid of them soon! For Lynchburg locals, the city has made it easy for you to get rid of your tree soon and safely.
As the holiday season wraps up, many homes still have one dangerous reminder: the Christmas tree. While it may look festive, a dry tree is a serious fire hazard. In just a matter of seconds, a dry Christmas tree can go from perfectly fine to fully engulfed in flames.
While many families are unwrapping gifts and sharing festive meals, some are spending Christmas Day on the frontlines. First responders, like firefighters, sacrifice time with loved ones to ensure the safety of our communities. 10 News visited Station 3 in Roanoke to see how these dedicated individuals balance duty with holiday traditions.
Christmas is here and, there are many meaningful ways to give back to veterans who have served our country. Here are some impactful ways to support them during the holiday season:
The holiday season, often filled with festive gatherings, meals, and traditions, can bring both joy and stress. For individuals dealing with eating disorders, however, this time of year can intensify feelings of anxiety and distress.
This holiday season, some religious congregations across the U.S. are holding events designed to be accommodating to and inclusive of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Folks are loading up their cars and heading down the road to see family and friends for the holiday, but while on the roads, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to keep you and your loved ones safe.
This holiday season, the Roanoke Valley SPCA is reaching out to the community to ensure no shelter pet is left behind. The annual Home for the Holidays foster program is back but with a sense of urgency this year.
The hospital staff at LewisGale brought Christmas joy to the Musil family by decorating Craig's room and providing gifts, despite their challenging circumstances.
Our WSLS viewers wrote us about a family in need this holiday season. Thirty-eight-year-old veteran josh sims was a pillar of his community, church and a grandfather to be before his life was cut short.
The holiday season can intensify feelings of grief for those who have lost loved ones, but strategies like embracing new traditions, seeking support, and honoring memories can help manage the pain.
So far this year, The Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center has helped more than 1,200 pets find their forever homes, but they are not done yet with their Happy Paw-lidays event.
If you’re looking to bring holiday cheer to children in need, there will be several donation sites across Virginia for Toys for Tots.
Black Friday is here and shoppers across the nation hit the stores to find the best deals. In the Star City, the shopping craze was contagious as thousands came out for the day.
The Magical Christmas Village & Marketplace opens Saturday, November 23rd at Mountain Lake Lodge. Kicking off the event with its grand illumination at 6pm, the lodge and property will be decked out in holiday lights. Visitors from the community and hotel guests are invited on property to see the sparkling holiday lights, shop at the marketplace and see 2024′s new attractions like Marshmallow Way, the Pinecone Express, and the Holiday Mainstage.
Roanoke County is set to welcome back a cherished holiday tradition as Explore Park transforms into a spectacular winter wonderland. Preparations are underway for the much-anticipated Illuminights, featuring over 600,000 lights illuminating a half-mile path in the Winter Walk of Lights.
A tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
You might think you know everything there is to know about New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, but there’s actually some cool history behind the big days.
A Rockbridge County man has played the role of Santa in the Goshen community for over a decade, but with an ongoing battle against cancer, he has decided to hang up his coat.
