Roanoke County is gearing up for the annual Backpack Run, organized by the Roanoke County Public Schools Education Foundation.

Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) announced the return of March MATHness, a district-wide math competition that combines education with the excitement of tournament-style play.

Two were displaced following a house fire that occurred in Roanoke County on Saturday, Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department said.

A 130-million-dollar project moves forward. The Roanoke County School Board takes the next steps for the new CTE building and renovation of two elementary schools.

If you’re driving on 220 in Roanoke, you might want to find another route.