Glenvar's Dawyot officially commits to UNC-Charlotte

Law enforcement is searching for a woman involved in an assault incident that occurred in Salem on Nov. 16, Salem Police Department said.

Family and friends gather to honor Autumn Bushman's life on her 11th birthday, and advocate for change in Virginia.

Two people and three pets have been displaced following a house fire that occurred in Salem early Saturday morning, Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department said.

The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley is launching an online auction tonight at 5:00 p.m., with all proceeds benefiting the group’s mission to provide holiday assistance to local families in need.

Addison’s Army of Angels, the Rescue Mission of Roanoke, and Aztec Rental are all giving back this holiday season by providing free thanksgiving meals to the community

Spartans earn their first state title since 2020 season.

Maroons win all 10 weight classes Thursday night.

This was the Maroons’ first season playing a varsity schedule since 1942, and they were able to go 4–4 in ODAC competition.

More than 500 flags have gone up at the American Legion Post 3 in Salem since last Friday ahead of Veterans Day Tuesday.

Floyd County girls win back-to-back team titles, Blacksburg sweeps both boys and girls Class 4 hardware.

The Salem Red Sox revealed their new identity at Carilion Clinic Field on Saturday!

The Salem Spartans caught late-season momentum as they faced Christiansburg in a crucial senior night game.

A local food drive aims to assist the community amidst paused SNAP benefits.

A 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a shots-fired incident in Salem, according to the police department.

Salem has won three of its last four games as the Spartans played at Hidden Valley, aiming for a late-season push toward a playoff spot.

Food insecurity continues to affect thousands across Southwest Virginia. On Thursday, dozens of food pantries and partner agencies gathered at the Feeding Southwest Virginia Agency Conference in Salem to discuss strategies and resources. Especially as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program (SNAP) benefits remain uncertain, and more families turn to food banks.

In the preseason poll, Roanoke received six first-place votes and 36 points.

Roanoke College released a poll on Oct. 30 that asked likely Virginian voters multiple questions regarding their opinions on candidates and who they would vote for.

The Virginia Department of Transportation is hosting a design public hearing project on Nov. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The rights of trans youth could be a factor Virginia’s 2025 gubernatorial election and legislative control in Richmond. Republican Winsome Earle-Sears opposes the rights of trans kids at school. Democrat Abigail Spanberger has largely avoided the subject. Each candidate is trying to cast the other as the extremist on the issue. LGBTQ+ Virginians have been grappling with what it means to be queer and trans in a moment where their identities are thrust into statewide and national politics. Other Virginians, meanwhile, worry about its impact on their children.

Today, the 80th anniversary of the Salem Animal Hospital was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new 9,000 square foot, two-story building.

Salem faced a tough matchup against Pulaski County in River Ridge tonight.

Today is the last day for you to register to vote for the November 4 election, as early voting continues to show strong turnout.

Hindu and South Asian communities around the world are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, and that includes right here in Salem.

The Southwest Virginia Pride Fest was held at the Salem Civic Center, 1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA, on October 11th, 2025.

Salem's Kaur claims Class 4 individual title.

Feeding Southwest Virginia announced that it has a new Food Donation Box located near its warehouse in Salem.

The Virginia Department of Transportation announced Tuesday that it would host a series of public meetings to gather feedback regarding potential improvements along I-81 in Virginia.

2010 was the last time Cave Spring was able to defeat Salem on the gridiron, but the Knights came into Friday night’s game with a chance to change that narratve.

The Roanoke College baseball community is mourning the loss of player Eddie Kaufman, who died this week following a nearly two-year battle with leukemia.

The Salem Veterans Affairs Health Care System is offering free flu vaccines to all veterans enrolled in the VA’s healthcare throughout flu season.

Maroons suffer first loss of the season.

Salem notched their first win of the season a week ago by a thin margin. Could that momentum help the Spartans in their matchup with undefeated district foe Patrick Henry?

Roanoke residents and city officials are discovering both opportunities and obstacles in their transportation system during the Week Without Driving Challenge, an initiative revealing the daily realities of life without a car.

The Salem Police Department announced Tuesday that officers made several arrests Sunday morning and charged three individuals with multiple counts of thefts and other crimes.

Roanoke’s Two Men and a Truck is kicking off their third annual Movers for Mutts campaign, running from Oct. 1 - Oct. 31.

Maroons move to 3-0 as they tallied over 400 yards of total offense.

Salem was looking to avoid an 0-5 start to the season when they hosted Blacksburg, this week.

North Cross and Blue Ridge faced off this week in Salem for the first time since their intense state championship game last fall in St. George, Virginia.

The city of Salem got a lot spicier today.

More than a week after his death, people are still coming together to remember conservative voice Charlie Kirk.

September is Hunger Action Month, and on Thursday, Virginia Tech students, athletes, and alumni gathered at Feeding Southwest Virginia’s Salem warehouse for the annual Hokie Way Service Day.

William Fleming defeated Salem 34-13 in a River Ridge versus Blue Ridge football matchup at Salem High School.

The City of Salem is welcoming back an event to get the area buzzing!

Leaders and staff at the Salem Fire Department took time to honor all those involved on that day.

If you’re looking to sell your home in the Roanoke area, now is the time to do that, according to Damon Gettier and Associates, Realtors.

Get ready to stroll the streets and shop local treasures at one of the regions most beloved traditions - Olde Salem Days returns next Saturday!

Roanoke College beat Virginia University of Lynchburg Saturday 23-7. This is their first win as a varsity team in the Division III.

The Franklin County Eagles aimed to start the season strong, hoping to win back-to-back games for the first time since spring 2021.

In a Seminole District matchup, E.C. Glass looked sharp in its opener against Salem last week and faced another River Ridge opponent in Patrick Henry, this week.

The franchise will undergo a rebrand during the offseason.

A Salem School Board member has been arrested and charged for Driving While Intoxicated. Online court records show that Vice Chair Teresa Sizemore was arrested on Saturday and charged with a DWI.

The Glass and Salem high school football teams are gearing up for a rare regular-season showdown this year, reigniting a rivalry that dates back more than a century.

On the day before what would have been his 86th birthday, Salem officials gathered this morning to formally honor Kelvin Bowles.

Hanging Rock Tavern announced on its Facebook page that it is temporarily closing, effective immediately.

When it comes to Lilah, it’ll be love at first sniff.

Sweet Charlie has been at the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center for 162 days and is ready to come home!

The City of Salem Community Development Department will be holding a public meeting at City Hall today to get public input about its latest Roanoke River Greenway Project.

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares found on Monday that Roanoke College discriminated against female student-athletes on the basis of sex.

A special guest was in attendance for military appreciation night at Saturday night’s Salem Red Sox game.

As Roanoke College football continues to build toward a historic return to the gridiron, it is doing so with nearly a full roster of players from Southwest Virginia.

Roanoke College students will soon move back into their dorms and are ready to start the new year, but they can expect several changes, including a new major and unconventional dorm arrangements.

Salem held to just two hits Tuesday night.

Maroon Village consists of a group of renovated shipping containers, a form of housing that is growing in popularity across the country.

Roanoke College released a poll on Aug. 19 that asked likely Virginian voters multiple questions regarding their opinions on candidates, who they would vote for, if they feel the country is on the right path, among others.

The Roanoke Fire and Rescue has identified 47-year-old Zachary D. Little, of Roanoke County, as the victim in this fire.

"I can't imagine anybody starting it at a faster pace than we did. And to start it relatively successfully in such a short time period."

The report from the VA’s Office of Inspector General found severe staffing shortages in 25 occupations at the Salem VA alone including clinical and support staff. It includes specialties like emergency medicine, nursing and nephrology.

Starlyn Nunez sent the Red Sox to a series closing victory.

New AI-powered cameras give Salem High School a sharp eye for spotting weapons before danger strikes.

It’s back-to-school season, and that means lots of school buses will be out on the roads soon, causing concern with everyone.

Highlanders return to the field after 2024 state semifinals appearance.

Get ready for a night of community and camaraderie as National Night Out returns to areas across our region!

Several students from Roanoke County Public Schools are being praised for teaming up to raise money for school supplies for kids in need.

The ‘Load the Bus’ initiative kicks off this Friday, an opportunity for you to help make sure students have the supplies they need to start the school year with success.

The Spartans are coming off a 10-3 season that ended with a Region 4D Championship appearance.

Valleydale, a new luxury apartment complex in Salem, hosted its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday.

Nearly three hours of arguments Friday laid out both sides of a lawsuit—claiming HopeTree’s filing process to rezone, and Salem City Council’s approval violated legal procedure.

The plan to redevelop Salem’s HopeTree campus may have cleared the city council — but it’s still facing pushback in court.

Who is leading in the polls? There are plenty of misconceptions about polls that are conducted during election years. We spoke to a pollster who gave us the answers. Here's what you need to know.

Coaches from Salem, William Fleming and North Cross were on hand.

A water outage at Salem Health and Rehabilitation Center is nearly resolved after a water main break over the weekend.

The third annual Water Tower Showdown is set to be held in Roanoke on Saturday, July 26!

The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley plans to host its first “Fill the Sleigh” donation event Saturday, July 26, as part of its mission to provide holiday assistance to local families.

Famous Anthony’s announced on Sunday that their Salem location will be closing on July 27.

"I'm blessed to be honest with you because I'm at home. "

Back-to-school season is just around the corner, and local school divisions are once again teaming up with Walmart to help students start the year off strong. The “Load the Bus” school supply drive returns August 1st through 3rd.

Their opportunity comes through a new manufacturing inclusion camp launched by Salem City Schools called Forge the Future.

You might be sick of the construction taking place on I-81, but once VDOT is done with its current 65 projects its looking ahead at what else they can do to make the highway safe.

Researchers at Virginia Tech have found that dogs and their owners can aid in the detection of egg masses laid by the spotted lanternfly.

The Roanoke Valley Psychiatric Center first opened in June 1975, positioning itself at the forefront of behavioral health care in the area. Since then, the program has treated approximately 75,000 patients.

A Roanoke-based business owner wanted to bring his smoke shop to Electric Road in Salem, but city leaders said no. Now, the decision is reigniting questions about how the city enforces its zoning laws and who gets to open shop in Salem.

LewisGale Medical Center celebrated a major milestone.

Baseball fans went absolutely bananas this weekend as Banana Ball swung into Salem for the very first time.

While City of Salem Director of Tourism Carey Harveycutter believed that there were plenty of net positives from the fair, he also called it a “good, not great” run, with many external factors forcing him and his staff to be flexible with planning.

Saturday is day two of Banana Ball in Salem as the Firefighters once again take on the Texas Tailgaters. And local heroes will be part of the fun.

Randolph-Henry grad Bradford Webb takes the mound in Salem for Banana Ball showdown

"I'm where my feet are--at home," said Hicks.

Salem is about to throw out the rulebook as banana ball swings into town this weekend. This unique event is part game, part dance party, and unlike any traditional baseball game.