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Forecast Beneficial rain builds in overnight, lasting through Wednesday Virginia Green Is Here for All Your Lawn Needs Sponsored Accident Driver crashes into Lynchburg drug store Accident Man killed, two children flown to hospital after Henry County crash TOP HEADLINES Local Recovery center faces criticism following introduction to neighborhood Updated : 8 hours ago | By Lindsey Cook The new Four Truth’s Recovery Center cut a ribbon on Tuesday opening a home for people in the program to get help they need through battling substance abuse. Some neighbors aren’t fond of the center’s location. Schools Roanoke City Council changes school board funding policy, adopts budget Updated : 8 hours ago | By Patsy Montesinos In a 5-1 vote, the Roanoke City Council passed an ordinance changing a funding policy that has been in place for over a decade. Court Troutville woman sentenced for shooting her husband Updated : 14 hours ago | By Isabella Ledonne 51-year-old Rhonda Hinkley was sentenced to 20 years, which will be suspended after she serves one year. Community Residents speak on HopeTree rezoning at city council public hearing Updated : 5 hours ago | By Amaiya Howard Several Salem residents took the stand to address their opinions on the new plans for the HopeTree Property. Crime Man arrested for January shooting in Danville Updated : 9 hours ago | By Pat Thomas Danville Police arrested Devonta Lewayne Dodson, 32. Court Craig County man indicted for child pornography charges, trial set for August Updated : 12 hours ago | By Isabella Ledonne Matthew Wilson is charged with production of child pornography and filming an nonconsenting minor. Local Radar FEATURES LATEST VIDEO Crime Craig County Man Child Pornography Crime Troutville Woman Sentenced for Shooting Her Husband Crime Man Arrested for Sexual Assault at Lowe’s Store Target 7 Target 7: Carilion Surgical Instruments MORE NEWS Local Free fridge” available for those in need at Meadowbrook Library Updated : 9 hours ago | By Amir Massenburg The library isn’t exactly somewhere you’d think of going for groceries, however, a community effort in Montgomery County is making that possible. Accident Bedford man killed in Nelson County crash Updated : 16 hours ago | By Pat Thomas Virginia State Police have released the name of a man killed in a crash Friday in Nelson County. Community God’s Pit Crew deploys to Texas to aid flood victims Updated : 10 hours ago | By Makayla Shelton God’s Pit Crew volunteers traveled from Danville to Conroe and Cleveland Texas to help flood victims. Entertainment Grammy-winning saxophone player David Sanborn dies Updated : 12 hours ago | By CNN Newsource His career included performances and recordings with artists including Stevie Wonder, the Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Paul Simon, just to name a few. Education Students participate in 2024 STEM Goes Red event Updated : 14 hours ago | By Sophia Borrelli More than seventy female high school students from Roanoke City Public Schools and Salem City Schools were chosen to take part. Fire Pet found dead after Danville house fire Updated : 17 hours ago | By Pat Thomas The cause of the fire has not been determined. Consumer Roanoke gas prices rise slightly in the last week Updated : 21 hours ago | By WDBJ7 Staff Average gasoline prices in Roanoke have risen 1.6 cents per gallon in the last week, according to GasBuddy. Health Red Cross encourages blood donations during Trauma Month Updated : 12 hours ago | By Kate Capodanno May is Trauma Awareness Month and while it is impossible to totally prevent these life-changing events, there are ways to give back through blood donations. Recreation Mill Mountain Zoo starts Walk on the Wild Side Adventure Series Updated : 21 hours ago | By Sophia Borrelli If you’re looking for something to do outside while learning about conservation efforts right here in our hometowns, we’ve got you covered. Grown Here at Home Grown Here at Home: Infinity Acres Ranch offering two paid internships Updated : 18 hours ago | By Neesey Payne Rick and Laura Steere want to give others a chance to experience the joy of caring for animals while giving back to the community. Accident New York man dies in Augusta County motorcycle crash Updated : 14 hours ago | By Kaitlyn Dillon A man has died after a Saturday evening motorcycle crash in Augusta County, according to Virginia State Police. Community Mission center dedicated to lost community members, will host families experiencing homelessness Updated : May. 12, 2024 at 9:36 PM EDT | By Lindsey Cook Renovations at a local mission center are complete. MORE NEWS Holiday Lynchburg Peacemakers spread love for Mother’s Day Updated : May. 12, 2024 at 9:20 PM EDT | By Lindsey Cook and Patsy Montesinos Leaders with the Lynchburg Peacemakers emphasize how mothers in the area bear the weight of ensuring the safety of their families. Safety Roanoke neighborhood becomes safer as Lansdowne project is completed Updated : May. 11, 2024 at 6:56 PM EDT | By Lindsey Cook The Lansdowne Community Walkability Improvement Project has been nearly two years in the making aimed to enhance the neighborhood that includes Salem Turnpike and 24th St. in Northwest Roanoke. Schools VCU graduates walk out to protest Gov. Youngkin’s commencement speech Updated : May. 11, 2024 at 6:55 PM EDT | By Azriah Bryant Dozens of VCU graduates walked out before the balloons could fall protesting against Governor Glenn Youngkin’s commencement speech. Business News Motorcycle business celebrates Mother’s day Updated : May. 12, 2024 at 7:22 PM EDT | By Austin Harmon Sunday was Mother’s Day, were families all over got to celebrate the day with their families. Some local businesses in our area however, got in on the action as well. Crime Roanoke church advocates for end to gun violence joined by community and law enforcement Updated : May. 11, 2024 at 6:25 PM EDT | By Lindsey Cook and Patsy Montesinos Last year the Star City felt the impact of gun violence. 2023 had a record-high amount of violence and WDBJ7 data shows at least 24 people were shot and killed. Hill Street Baptist Church is trying to get ahead of the violence. Accident Roanoke street reopened after closing due to motorcycle crash Updated : May. 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM EDT | By Leslie Johnson The road has been reopened, according to Roanoke Police Department. Accident No injuries reported after Bedford County crash into building Updated : May. 11, 2024...