Salem's Taylor Davis wins VGJO scholarship, Maryland's Claire Son wins Prep Preview tournament
Salem's Taylor Davis wins VGJO scholarship, Maryland's Claire Son wins Prep Preview tournament
โHe was watching over us:โ Botetourt Co. daycare owner shares update after car crashes into building
The owner of the daycare center says one of the teachers and two babies are still in the hospital after the crash.
Tasty Tuesday: Celebrating Botetourt Countyโs Restaurant Week by visiting eight great places you need to try
There are plenty of other places taking part in Botetourt County's Restaurant Week
National Guard breaks ground on Roanoke Readiness Center expansion
The Virginia National Guard marked a milestone in Troutville Thursday, with a groundbreaking ceremony for an expansion theyโve been waiting years for.
VDH issues warning after rabid skunk found in Botetourt County
A skunk was confirmed positive for rabies in the area of Mountain Pass Road in Troutville Thursday, according to the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts.
Get Fit with Britt | Show your heart some love with this heart-pumping cardio workout
February is American Heart Month and Valentineโs Day is coming up, so weโre showing your heart some love with a great cardio and strength workout designed just for you!
Troutville weigh station closure leaves I-81 truck drivers with one less overnight parking option
A Troutville weigh station along I-81 is closed for truck driver parking overnight. According to a DMV spokesperson, theyโve had to stop allowing parking in the lot due to an increase in trash.
VDOT: I-81S Troutville Rest Area to remain closed through Thanksgiving, possibly longer
Crews had hoped that the rest area would be back open ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, but weโre told delays in completing construction have delayed the process.
โI thought she was a lovely, wonderful person:โ Retired Paralympian recalls meeting the Queen
The woman said the Royal Family showed her great kindness and acceptance, which she still remembers to this day
U.S. Secretary of Energy, Senator discuss Inflation Reduction Act in Troutville, Lexington
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm kicked off her two-day visit to the state alongside Senator Tim Kaine to discuss the Inflation Reduction Act.
27-year-old pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle on I-81 on-ramp in Botetourt County
The second person involved in a pedestrian crash in Botetourt County has died, according to Virginia State Police.
Botetourt County man cited by police after TSA officers stop him with handgun at Dulles Airport
A Troutville, Virginia man was charged after police stopped him from bringing his 9mm handgun onto his flight at the Washington Dulles International Airport on Thursday.
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TF40 football camp teaching fundamentals for another summer
Itโs hard to believe that football is just around the corner, but Mark Harrisonโs fastest 40 crew is getting prepared. Around 50 campers were polishing their skills at Troutville Park this week. Harrison said for the younger group, itโs all about learning the fundamentals from good footwork to proper hand placement, and of course, having fun.
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Botetourt County crews respond to call for water rescue in flooded road
TROUTVILLE, Va. โ Crews responded to a call for a water rescue in Botetourt County on Wednesday night as heavy rain drenched the area. The initial report was of a person stuck in a car in a flooded road. It happened in Troutville in the 800 block of Parsons Road near Craighead Drive, according to Botetourt County Fire & EMS. Authorities said the water receded quickly and the driver was able to get out of the car safely.
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State Superintendent of Education tours Botetourt County schools
TROUTVILLE, Va. โ After a quick temperature scan, State Superintendent Dr. James Lane and his team were off to tour Greenfield Elementary School in Botetourt County on Monday. They popped into classrooms to take a look at how the school is upholding to state and CDC guidelines. As coronavirus cases continue to rise around the state, the school is noticing an uptick in absences. Botetourt County School Superintendent Jonathan Russ said he aims to keep children in school while maintaining a balance of social distance learning and interactivity. But first, he will visit nine more school districts in southwest Virginia over the next few days.
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Security company works with local churches to keep congregations safe
TROUTVILLE, Va. โ Safety is once again a top concern in places of worship after a deadly shooting Sunday at a church in Texas. Investigators are still working to figure out why a gunman opened fire, killing two people at West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, Texas. Executive Security Concepts, which is based in Roanoke, is helping places of worship keep their congregations safe. The company recently contracted with two local churches to provide armed security and safety team consulting. Executive Security Concepts has been providing safety and security globally since 2005.
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69-year-old man dies days after Botetourt County hit-and-run crash
The 69-year-old Troutville man who was the victim of a hit-and-run crash Friday evening has died, according to Virginia State Police. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
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Man to serve 25 years for trying to kill police during standoff in Botetourt County
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. - A man who pleaded guilty to trying to kill law enforcement officers last year in Botetourt County will spend the next 25 years in prison. Chad Montgomery, 40, of Covington, shot at police during a standoff in Troutville last September. The standoff lasted for several hours until officers used tear gas to get him out. Last week, Montgomery pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted capital murder. According to Botetourt County Commonwealths Attorney John Alexander, the judge originally sentenced Montgomery to two life sentences plus 30 years but suspended the sentence after 25 years.
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Top 10: Best Local Gym or Health Club
Congratulations to Big Lick Crossfit for getting an impressive 40 percent of the vote for Best Local Gym or Health Club. Big Lick Crossfit - Roanoke - 40%2. Galax Xtreme Fitness - Galax - 7.8%4. Blacksburg Fit Body Boot Camp - Blacksburg - 6.9%5. 180 Fitness - Roanoke - 4.8%6.
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Hundreds celebrate Camden's 10th birthday balloon bash
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