New plant coming to Roanoke County
Officials are calling it the largest single manufacturing investment in Roanoke County history: A company based in Luxembourg plans to locate a state-of-the-art metal can manufacturing ...
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Exotic butterflies arrive in Roanoke
The first of the exotic butterflies are now on display at the Science Museum of Western Virginia. WFIR's Bob Clark has the story: 8-5 Exotic ...
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Changes underway at old Countryside Golf Course
In a few months, Roanoke's newest park is expected to open. WFIR's Timothy Martin has an update on the new Countryside Park. Countryside Wrap 1-WEB ...
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Another successful year for Q99’s Back the Bus
Lots of school supplies were donated to need kids this year. WFIR's Bob Clark has more on Q99's Pack the Bus event. 8-5 Pack The ...
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Roanoke neighborhoods host “National Night Out” events
They're leaving the light on for you. More than a dozen neighborhoods in Roanoke are taking part in this year's "National Night Out Against Crime" ...
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Teens delaying getting behind the wheel, survey finds
The majority of American teenagers are delaying getting a drivers license. WFIR's Bob Clark has details on a new survey from AAA. 8-2 Teen Driving ...
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Tick season winding down
After a busy few months, the time for ticks is dying down. WFIR's Timothy Martin explains. Tick-Season-Ending Wrap 2-WEB ...
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Virginia professor writes book on wild plants
A new book by a Virginia professor focuses on edible wild plants. WFIR's Bob Clark reports. 8-2 Wild Plants Wrap #1-WEB See more on the ...
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Vehicles top list of consumer complaints
A new survey shows problems with cars is at the top when it comes to consumer complaints. WFIR's Bob Clark reports: 8-1 Consumer Complaint Survey ...
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Rescue Mission lacking school supplies ahead of Back 2 School Blast
An annual that helps kids start school off on the right foot is struggling. WFIR's Timothy Martin has more on the Rescue Mission's Back 2 School Blast ...
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New partnership with Valley Metro and Amtrak
Starting Monday, Valley Metro and Amtrak will offer a reservation system for the users of the Smart Way bus connection to the train service in ...
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The long arm of the law nabs suspect in Bedford County credit card thefts
Bedford County authorities have brought back a suspected credit card thief after he was arrested for jaywalking in California. The Bedford County Sheriff's Office says ...
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How wet was it? NWS releases July numbers
The National Wather Service says Roanoke officially received 12.73 inches of rain last month, making July 2013 the wettest July ever recorded. The old July ...
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Experts say planning is key element in back-to-school shopping
Experts say parents should do some planning before heading out for back-to-school shopping. WFIR's Bob Clark has the story: 7-31 School Savings Tips Wrap #2-WEB ...
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Clean-up continues on Roanoke River Greenway
Roanoke City crews are still cleaning up the Roanoke River Greenway after last month's flood. But WFIR's Timothy Martin says one of the big items ...
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New scam targets property owners
Owners of unclaimed property in Virginia could be the target of a scam. Details from WFIR's Bob Clark. 7-31 Property Scam Wrap #2-WEB ...
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Steer clear of pigs at fairs, health officials warn
The Virginia Department of Health reminds fair goers to take precaution in contact with swine. WFIR's Bob Clark reports: 7-30 Fair Safety Wrap #1-WEB ...
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Salem VAMC to host Mental Health Summit Thursday
The Salem VA Medical Center is holding a summit tomorrow on mental health and the well-being of Veterans and their families. WFIR's Timothy Martin reports ...
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McDonnell says he’ll return remaining donor’s gifts
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Gov. Bob McDonnell says he will return remaining gifts to himself and his family from a major campaign donor and businessman ...
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Sales tax holiday starts Friday
The eighth annual Virginia back to school sales tax holiday begins this Friday and continues through Sunday. WFIR's Bob Clark has more. 7-30 Sales Tax ...
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