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KIDS


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Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Salem Memorial Ballpark today

Read full article: Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Salem Memorial Ballpark today

The City of Salem’s annual Easter Egg Hunt is moving to the home of the Salem Red Sox this spring. This year’s free event takes place today, April 9, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Salem Memorial Ballpark.

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Local nonprofit using AI to protect kids online

Read full article: Local nonprofit using AI to protect kids online

Unfortunately, cyber bullying and online predators are getting more common. But there are ways to keep kids safe.

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Join Roanoke Police for fun spring break activities at local parks

Read full article: Join Roanoke Police for fun spring break activities at local parks

They will be at various parks throughout the city, hosting free events that include food trucks, yard games, sports activities, balloon making and even a bouncy house.

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When to worry about your child’s sleep habits

Read full article: When to worry about your child’s sleep habits

Sleep is important for everyone, especially for children and teens, because it plays a role in growth and development

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Local dental clinic receives grant to expand services

Read full article: Local dental clinic receives grant to expand services

Many children in our area are not able to get dental care due to the cost.

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WATCH: AAA collecting toys this holiday season

Read full article: WATCH: AAA collecting toys this holiday season

If you’re still looking for a way to give back this holiday season, AAA is collecting toys for kids in need.

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Therapy dog helps kids trick-or-treat in the hospital

Read full article: Therapy dog helps kids trick-or-treat in the hospital

Not all kids get the chance to trick or treat on Halloween. For kids currently staying at UVA Health Children’s, they got a spooky surprise from a furry friend to help them celebrate.

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How to keep trick or treaters safe on the streets this Halloween

Read full article: How to keep trick or treaters safe on the streets this Halloween

Before you take your ghouls and goblins out trick or treating, remember to remind them to put safety first, especially with cars.

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How to keep Halloween inclusive for kids with allergies

Read full article: How to keep Halloween inclusive for kids with allergies

Trick or treating is often associated with buckets of candy, but one organization is helping to make it inclusive for kids who can’t always have the candies offered.

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Local nonprofits host Kids Farmers Market

Read full article: Local nonprofits host Kids Farmers Market

Feeding Southwest Virginia and other non-profits hosted a kids farmers market at the Boy and Girls Club.

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YMCA to offer before-school program in Roanoke

Read full article: YMCA to offer before-school program in Roanoke

A before-school program for middle schoolers is coming to local YMCA’s, according to a Facebook post by Roanoke City Public Schools.

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Recording device in toddler’s jacket captures threats from day care workers to kids

Read full article: Recording device in toddler’s jacket captures threats from day care workers to kids

This happened last year and is a part of a series where we are looking back at viral videos.

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10 News Investigates: Back to school safety and security initiatives

Read full article: 10 News Investigates: Back to school safety and security initiatives

As your kids are getting ready for their first day, 10 News was spending the entire summer tracking where your tax dollars are going for school safety.

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Montvale Elementary School continues decades-long tradition of lunch with veterans

Read full article: Montvale Elementary School continues decades-long tradition of lunch with veterans

About 250 veteran motorcyclists, made a stop for lunch at Montvale Elementary on Thursday, just like they do every year.

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Salem holds 71st year of Ernest ‘Pig’ Robertson Fishing Rodeo

Read full article: Salem holds 71st year of Ernest ‘Pig’ Robertson Fishing Rodeo

Kids in Salem were reeling in some fun on Saturday.

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‘Inspired’: See what happened after boy sold Pokemon cards to pay for puppy’s surgery

Read full article: ‘Inspired’: See what happened after boy sold Pokemon cards to pay for puppy’s surgery

The full story can be seen in the video above, which is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

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Quiz: How much do you know about Barbie?

Read full article: Quiz: How much do you know about Barbie?

Wednesday is officially recognized as the iconic doll’s birthday, and it appears Barbie is aging like fine wine.

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Have you ever started learning something new with your kid? We want to hear your story!

Read full article: Have you ever started learning something new with your kid? We want to hear your story!

If you need some inspiration, here are three of our stories about parent-child bonding through learning an activity together.

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How much screen time is too much for your kids? WSLS chats with a parenting expert

Read full article: How much screen time is too much for your kids? WSLS chats with a parenting expert

It can be tempting to hand our kids a tablet or turn on their favorite TV show, but how does this affect their brains and overall development? Dr. Cara Goodwin gives WSLS 10 the answers.

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Still need a Halloween costume? Roanoke area kids are in luck

Read full article: Still need a Halloween costume? Roanoke area kids are in luck

For the first time ever, Roanoke Public Libraries is hosting a free Halloween costume swap.

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✏️ Share your Back-to-School photos with us for a chance to see them on TV

Read full article: ✏️ Share your Back-to-School photos with us for a chance to see them on TV

Back-to-school season is here and we’d love to see your kids’ smiling faces as they head back to school!

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Families celebrate 4th of July down at Salem Fair

Read full article: Families celebrate 4th of July down at Salem Fair

For some families, it was their first time going to the fair, but The Poff family has a different story.

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Kids go on 7th Annual West End Walk

Read full article: Kids go on 7th Annual West End Walk

More than 100 kids walked in the program walked one mile to the Grandin Theatre on Tuesday.

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‘No need to speed’: Roanoke’s 2022 pedestrian safety campaign focuses on students in school zones

Read full article: ‘No need to speed’: Roanoke’s 2022 pedestrian safety campaign focuses on students in school zones

Keeping your child safe while in school begins before they even get to the schoolhouse and continues well after they’re gone.

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5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic

Read full article: 5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.

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Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City

Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City

Whether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.

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Here are some healthy eating tips for your kids

Read full article: Here are some healthy eating tips for your kids

Dr. Nicole Avena, a nutrition expert, joins us with ways to overcome the biggest challenges parents face when trying to get their kids to eat healthily.

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Bedford County Sheriff’s Office delivers 197 bags of toys in Toys for Kids holiday drive

Read full article: Bedford County Sheriff’s Office delivers 197 bags of toys in Toys for Kids holiday drive

Monetary gifts allowed deputies to shop for what they didn’t have. They raised $5,300 this year.

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A vacation with the McAllisters: You can stay at the ‘Home Alone’ house for only $25

Read full article: A vacation with the McAllisters: You can stay at the ‘Home Alone’ house for only $25

90s kids can live out their "Home Alone" dreams for real.

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The unexpected aspect of loving the kids in our lives

Read full article: The unexpected aspect of loving the kids in our lives

Gretchen Beedle from the The Conner Group explains why parents should consider giving life insurance as a gift to their children.

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Mustaches for Kids is raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for Lynchburg charities

Read full article: Mustaches for Kids is raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for Lynchburg charities

Mustaches for Kids is an event where participants grow out their mustaches while raising money throughout November.

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Here is a fun Thanksgiving DIY you can do with your kids

Read full article: Here is a fun Thanksgiving DIY you can do with your kids

Let’s Get Creatively shows us a DIY they’ve been doing for a long time for Thanksgiving.

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What the COVID-19 vaccine could mean for kids 5-11

Read full article: What the COVID-19 vaccine could mean for kids 5-11

On Wednesday, the White House Administration announced its plan to rollout COVID-19 vaccines if and when they’re authorized for children ages 5-11. The move was met with mixed reactions from parents.

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13 children’s books my family is obsessed with at the moment

Read full article: 13 children’s books my family is obsessed with at the moment

I’m not always the best “get on the floor and play” kind of mom, but any time one of my kids wants to bring me a book, I’ll drop what I’m doing in favor of some cuddles and reading time.

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‘Badge Buddies’ conquer 5K after 8 weeks of positively connecting police with Roanoke kids

Read full article: ‘Badge Buddies’ conquer 5K after 8 weeks of positively connecting police with Roanoke kids

A pilot program put kids and officers on the same path: a 3-mile run through Roanoke on Wednesday.

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Danville Police Bike Patrol hosts ‘Pedal With Police’ to help kids learn bike safety

Read full article: Danville Police Bike Patrol hosts ‘Pedal With Police’ to help kids learn bike safety

On Friday, your kid will have a chance to learn bike safety from the experts.

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More than 600 runners race to raise money for kids in the community

Read full article: More than 600 runners race to raise money for kids in the community

Runners are racing to celebrate the Fourth of July by raising money for kids in the community.

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Free summer math challenge helps kids stay up on skills, practice

Read full article: Free summer math challenge helps kids stay up on skills, practice

If you want your kids to stay up on their math skills this summer or maybe they need some extra practice, you can sign them up for the Summer Math Challenge.

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New technology makes treating allergies, ear infections easier

Read full article: New technology makes treating allergies, ear infections easier

If you’re wondering why you’re still suffering from allergies heading into the summer, Roanoke Valley ENT and Allergy has a couple of reasons why.

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Kids Created Craft & Vendor Show spotlights young Roanoke Valley entrepreneurs

Read full article: Kids Created Craft & Vendor Show spotlights young Roanoke Valley entrepreneurs

Saturday May 1, at the Vinton War Memorial you can buy anything from baked goods to scrubs and home decor created and sold by kids in the Roanoke Valley.

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Sports, activities that might be best for children with autism

Read full article: Sports, activities that might be best for children with autism

Track and field and swimming are among the team sports that might be best for children with autism.

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Character with autism introduced on ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’: Meet Max

Read full article: Character with autism introduced on ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’: Meet Max

There’s a new friend in the neighborhood!“ Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” that is.

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Skittles, Rolos and mini marshmellows, you’ll love these Rainbow Snack Cups

Read full article: Skittles, Rolos and mini marshmellows, you’ll love these Rainbow Snack Cups

You and your kids will be over the rainbow for these snack cups. To see a very similar Rainbow Snack Cups that Bridget and Lindsey made on the show today, check out our Pinterest page! Check out our other Pinspirations below! Groovey Disco Ball VaseHow to make your dog the next Paw-blo PicassoMatcha Ice Cubes

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Girl Scouts makes democracy badge free for limited time

Read full article: Girl Scouts makes democracy badge free for limited time

The Democracy Badge is one of Girl Scouts’ newer badges., having launched in 2020. “Right now for the 117th Congress, 122 women, representatives and delegates (in the House), will serve as a part of that congress and 55% of those are Girl Scouts. So it is an incredible time in women’s history and I believe we’re making history every day,” said Williams. Williams said Girl Scouts is all about helping girls become ambitious leaders in a variety of avenues including the U.S. government. There are different democracy badge booklets for each age group.

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Roanoke City Public Libraries recommends kid’s books to ease tough conversations

Read full article: Roanoke City Public Libraries recommends kid’s books to ease tough conversations

Roanoke City Public Libraries believes the magic is helping kids get through tough times. From politics and racial injustice to this pandemic and how much life has changed, there’s a lot of things kids are exposed to. Here is Roanoke City Public Libraries’ recommendation for children’s books for addressing topics like personal obstacles, death, stress, anxiety, friendships and more. For parents looking for a little more support, here are parenting books to help children and teens through stress and anxiety. Roanoke City Public Libraries are not open but are offering curbside services.

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Danville Science Center reopens with $9 million worth of renovations

Read full article: Danville Science Center reopens with $9 million worth of renovations

DANVILLE, Va. – Danville Science Center is reopening Saturday, Nov. 14 after a multi-million dollar renovation. The science center has been around for 25 years, and Executive Director Adam Goebel said it was time for a change and a reimagination of the place. From design to installation it was a 15-month long process, and it’s only Phase Two to Danville Science Center’s reimagination plan. “Individuals can walk through a rain maze without getting wet, they can visualize water consumption on a 2,400 bottle water wall," said Goebel. Danville Science Center is operating at limited capacity and taking reservations to limit the spread of coronavirus.

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Local showroom sees uptick in people returning to music due to more free time

Read full article: Local showroom sees uptick in people returning to music due to more free time

ROANOKE, Va. – This pandemic has created loss and challenges but some people have been able to find positivity in music. Apex Piano Showroom in Roanoke has a lot to offer: pianos for purchase, rooms for private and group lessons and an event space for recitals. Since the pandemic, the showroom has had to adapt as business picked up; shifting to appointment only, becoming more online-based and offering remote lessons. Gross hopes whether it’s a traditional instrument or one with extra technology people recognize music’s true value. This summer, they were busier than in past years because kids who typically take a break from music or lessons for summer sports didn’t this year.

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'Out of this world’: Homestead launches kids program to send postcards to space

Read full article: 'Out of this world’: Homestead launches kids program to send postcards to space

HOT SPRINGS, Va. – Kids love sending mail to the North Pole at Christmas, but now some children are putting their stamp on mail heading out of this world. It’s a place to step back in time, but one featured activity will be stepping into the future: postcards to space! I love space!’ I just love thinking about like what’s all up there,” said 7th grader, Brooke Hess. We carried 23 payloads today including thousands of postcards from kids all over the world for @ClubforFuture. The idea of postcards to space is certainly thinking outside the box.

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Need to burn your kids’ energy? Try golf -- as in, real golf

Read full article: Need to burn your kids’ energy? Try golf -- as in, real golf

But if you’re in need of more ideas, how about this one: Have you tried taking your kid golfing? Depending on which part of the country you golf, other wildlife such as deer and alligators can also easily be present on a golf course. On a side note, you don’t have to have your kid hit EVERY shot. Golf courses know the value of introducing the game to youngsters, and thus, will often offer heavy discounts for kids to play, if they even charge them at all for a round. Some golf courses also will offer discounts for families who want to play.

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Two kids safe after hours-long search in Bedford County

Read full article: Two kids safe after hours-long search in Bedford County

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Two teenagers are safe after an hours-long search in Bedford County, according to the Forest Fire Department. Investigators said the teens didn’t make it to a location at a certain time. Several boats, three Bedford County Special Operations swimmers and two support personnel members responded to the Big Otter River Sunday night. For about two hours rescue swimmers searched the river until Virginia State Police’s helicopter tracked found the pair on land, waiving to get the pilot’s attention. The teens were flown to a safe place and checked by medics.

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How to watch the historic astronaut launch with your children: There’s an invaluable lesson here

Read full article: How to watch the historic astronaut launch with your children: There’s an invaluable lesson here

If it goes off as planned, this will mark the first mission involving astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011. Still, NASA astronaut Bob Behnken has said he and Doug Hurley are “really comfortable” with the risks. So you’re making educated guesses, at best.”It seems there’s just more uncharted territory when it comes to space travel. “The first astronauts really started out as test pilots,” Garfinkle said. But assuming this launch goes well, “It would be great for kids to see a successful, triumphant moment of science,” Fink said.

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All your favorite children’s books, reimagined for the age of COVID

Read full article: All your favorite children’s books, reimagined for the age of COVID

A mother of two mindlessly picked up a paintbrush in late March, and started painting the cover of one of the books she had read to her children earlier in the day -- and said she incorporated some “cartoonified” coronavirus themes, to try to make the situation less scary.

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Are you smarter than a high schooler? Take this quiz to find out

Read full article: Are you smarter than a high schooler? Take this quiz to find out

How much do you remember, or what have you retained, from high school?

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10 fun, educational websites your kids will love to visit while stuck at home

Read full article: 10 fun, educational websites your kids will love to visit while stuck at home

Nat Geo for KidsSite address: www.kids.nationalgeographic.comWhat it does: Kids learn about geography and fascinating animals. Into the BookSite address: www.reading.ecb.orgWhat it does: Through playing games, kids can practice reading strategies. SuessvilleSite address: www.seussville.comWhat it does: Allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading. PBS KidsSite address: www.pbs.orgWhat it does: Kids can learn while hanging out with their favorite PBS characters. Highlights KidsSite address: www.highlightskids.comWhat it does: Allows kids to read, play games, learn random facts and do activities such as crafts and recipes.

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Day care worker charged with assault and battery of boy at HoneyTree Salem

Read full article: Day care worker charged with assault and battery of boy at HoneyTree Salem

SALEM, Va. – Police arrested a teacher from HoneyTree Early Learning Center in Salem after she allegedly hit a child under the age of six. Jay’Neva Franklin, 21, of Roanoke, has been charged with assault and battery. The child wasn’t hurt and didn’t need medical attention, according to Salem city officials. Salem police received a formal complaint on Tuesday that a child had been assaulted at the HoneyTree Early Learning Center located on Roanoke Boulevard. The child’s mother told police that an adult female teacher assaulted her son while he was under the instructor’s care at the center, according to police.

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5 ways to keep the kids healthy over holiday breaks

Read full article: 5 ways to keep the kids healthy over holiday breaks

Here are some of the best ways to keep your kids healthy, both mentally and physically, over the upcoming holiday breaks.

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Would you be able to find your kid’s secret stash?

Read full article: Would you be able to find your kid’s secret stash?

Before you answer with an assured “NO,” know that ‘secret stash’ containers are increasing in popularity, and getting easier to obtain. The containers have some things in common: They’re easy to purchase, they’re cheap -- usually around $10 -- and they look exactly like real household items. A new corner of the Internet is dedicated to selling secret stash items. Drug addiction experts say kids are buying them to store drugs, hiding them, and their habit, from their parents. The following are some otherwise innocent-looking household items that could be secret stash containers:

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