Mandy Colemanās parents speak out as Joshua Coleman remains in custody for alleged double homicide
Read full article: Mandy Colemanās parents speak out as Joshua Coleman remains in custody for alleged double homicideNearly three months have passed since Joshua Coleman was accused of fatally shooting his 22-year-old wife, Mandy Coleman, and 68-year-old retired veteran William Morey, who was checking on Mandy.
Freedom Tower to glow purple as Liberty University marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Read full article: Freedom Tower to glow purple as Liberty University marks Domestic Violence Awareness MonthOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and today marks Wear Purple Day, a day dedicated to showing support and spreading awareness about domestic violence.
Domestic assault arrest made involving Amherst County sheriffās investigator
Read full article: Domestic assault arrest made involving Amherst County sheriffās investigatorThe Amherst County Sheriffās Office have reported that they responded to a domestic violence call on July 13 at a residence on Cedar Gate Road in the Monroe area of Amherst County.
Giles County man arrested and charged with attempted murder after domestic situation, officials say
Read full article: Giles County man arrested and charged with attempted murder after domestic situation, officials sayThe Giles County Sheriffās Office announced Tuesday that it had arrested a 48-year-old man and charged him with attempted murder and various other charges after a domestic incident Monday.
Bedford County Public School students build domestic violence shelter kennels
Read full article: Bedford County Public School students build domestic violence shelter kennelsStudents in the Carpentry Program at Susie G. Gibson Science and Technology Center are making a significant impact in their community. In collaboration with the Bedford Domestic Violence Coalition, these aspiring tradespeople have constructed animal kennels to help individuals seeking safety from domestic violence. This initiative ensures that survivors do not have to choose between their well-being and the safety of their beloved pets.
Franklin County Family Resource Center set to host event to raise awareness about domestic violence
Read full article: Franklin County Family Resource Center set to host event to raise awareness about domestic violenceThe Franklin County Family Resource Center is hosting an event called āPromoting Safe Familiesā on Saturday at the Rocky Mount Farmerās Market starting at 5 p.m.
Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseās Poetic Journey After a Brutal Attack
Read full article: Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseās Poetic Journey After a Brutal AttackMackenzie Rose, a survivor of a violent attack by her fiancĆ©, channels her trauma into art and poetry, sharing her journey of healing and resilience to inspire and support other survivors.
āFrom Fear to Hope:ā TAP begins fundraising campaign to support domestic violence programs
Read full article: āFrom Fear to Hope:ā TAP begins fundraising campaign to support domestic violence programsTotal Action for Progress said their federal funding for victim services has been cut, which is why they started their own fundraiser.
Apparent murder-suicide in Blacksburg reinforcing importance of healthy relationships
Read full article: Apparent murder-suicide in Blacksburg reinforcing importance of healthy relationships10 News spoke to a local expert about some of the warning signs that both young people and parents need to keep in mind.
āI thought we could work it outā: Domestic Violence against men, LGBTQ+ community
Read full article: āI thought we could work it outā: Domestic Violence against men, LGBTQ+ communityWhen you think of domestic violence, you might picture the victim as a woman and the abuser as a man. Thatās what one Roanoke man thought until it happened to him.
Domestic Violence Awareness: Language, cultural barriers for Hispanic community
Read full article: Domestic Violence Awareness: Language, cultural barriers for Hispanic communityMoraza said the Hispanic community doesnāt always recognize domestic violence for what is and may even accept it as normal.
āIt feels good to know that Iāve survived:ā Domestic violence survivor shares journey to freedom
Read full article: āIt feels good to know that Iāve survived:ā Domestic violence survivor shares journey to freedomāIām learning the difference between a victim and a survivor. And it feels good to know that Iāve survived,ā said Ramirez.
āWeāve known for months:ā Roanoke agency notices increase in need in line with public safety report
Read full article: āWeāve known for months:ā Roanoke agency notices increase in need in line with public safety reportTotal Action for Progress says they've experienced double the amount of calls on their hotline.
Christiansburg Dominoās is donating 100% of its sales Tuesday to celebrate International Womenās Day
Read full article: Christiansburg Dominoās is donating 100% of its sales Tuesday to celebrate International Womenās DayIt is ladiesā night at Dominoās in Christiansburg. The store, located at 1655 Roanoke St., is celebrating International Womenās Day by donating 100% of its sales to two local nonprofits: Womenās Resource Center of the New River Valley and Lishyās Gift in Roanoke. The store will also be 100% staffed by female team members on March 8.
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Bill to have people convicted of certain domestic violence crimes lose their gun rights heads to governorās desk
Read full article: Bill to have people convicted of certain domestic violence crimes lose their gun rights heads to governorās deskAnyone in violation of the proposed law could face a class one misdemeanor charge. A new bill passed by the Virginia General Assembly would take away gun rights for those convicted of certain domestic violence crimes. āWhile I would have preferred it to include intimate partners, this is an important step for this bill which we have work on together for so many years,ā said Murphy. The bill passed in both the House and the Senate and will now head to Gov. Anyone in violation of the proposed law could face a class one misdemeanor charge.
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āHelp is availableā: Local organization on how to prevent domestic violence
Read full article: āHelp is availableā: Local organization on how to prevent domestic violenceROANOKE, Va. ā While domestic violence is a sensitive topic often left unspoken, it is likely affecting more people than youād think. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 10 News spoke to Jamie Starkey with Family Service of Roanoke Valley. Family Service of Roanoke Valley serves as an advocate and helping hand, if you will, for families and individuals dealing with traumas like domestic violence. For more information, click here.
