For Heather Wingfield, the nonprofit On Our Own isn’t just a building — it’s where she found her purpose.

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is seeing an increase in the number of birds getting hit by cars.

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is caring for a very rare and special critter.

Rory is a 5-year-old boxer mix who loves to play! She’s been at the Giles County Animal shelter for about 4 months now.

Rylo has been at the Pulaski County animal shelter for a little over a year now. He’s incredibly friendly and has made friends with the other dogs at the shelter!

15 programs at the school are being cut, and 40 staff members' positions have been "reduced."

Giles County Animal Shelter staff said she never passes up an opportunity for belly rubs and is excellent on a leash. She wants nothing more than to lay at your feet and take a nap.

Staff from the Vinton Chamber of Commerce and town of Vinton chat about the Christmas Parade, Santa Crawl and more from the area.

This 3-year-old dog was rescued after his previous owner died.

ROANOKE, Va. – After a year of hard work, long days, and countless hours fighting this pandemic, local cities and first responders are saying “thank you” to the Virginia Department of Health and countless volunteers who are doing their part. City officials and first responders from across the Roanoke Valley made signs as a way to show their appreciation. They’ve been patient with the community and they have done an extraordinary job. It’s a huge undertaking,” said Trevor Shannon, the Battalion chief of Emergency Management for Roanoke Fire-EMS. Signs are posted all over the Roanoke & Alleghany Health District, including in Salem, Botetourt County, Alleghany County, Craig County, and Roanoke County.