Central Baptist is a member of Victory in the Valley, and now they say they're comforting one of their own.

After almost 40 days without a fatal shooting in the Star City, one happened on Hunt Avenue early Thursday morning.

The Victory in the Valley Ceasefire initiative took a step towards unity Sunday with an event in Elmwood park.

After yet another homicide, Roanoke is picking up the pieces and planning on how to move forward. On Sunday, FEDUP held a prayer vigil to help curb violence.

Ceasefire: Victory in the Valley is a new initiative aimed at stopping gun violence in Roanoke.