After a life-changing stroke left her unable to walk or talk, Amanda Shannon refused to let go of her independence. Her message for others facing similar challenges: “Remember, always fight.”

Earlier this week, Roanoke County Public Schools announced the launch of “Let’s Talk,” a new telehealth service that is available for elementary, middle and high school students.

Access to autism services remains a pressing need for many families in Roanoke.

Robin Wilay - a licensed professional counselor with LewisGale Medical Center - says that these traumatic events make emotions difficult to process and that parents need to be ready to speak with their child on their own terms.

More women in the Roanoke valley are being connected to mental health services thanks to project link.

On the pediatric floor at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, a special visitor is spreading joy to patients and staff alike.

While the license was suspended, authorities are not pressing charges

The book’s not on the shelves yet. Winters launched a Kickstarter campaign, an online platform where preorders fund the project.

It’s OK to be sad. Everyone feels "off" sometimes, whether that means, sad, angry or frustrated. Those are normal human emotions. But what about if you feel more than sad? Have you considered seeing a therapist?