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wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Thomas Fuqua passed away Saturday after a battle with cancerROANOKE, VA – A final tribute was held today for a man who spent decades answering the call for others. “We in the fire service often talk about our brothers and sisters, but what about the fire service fathers? Tommy was definitely a father of the fire service,” Roanoke City Deputy Chief Marci Stone said during the eulogy.
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wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 28, 2025 at 6:17 PMTags: Roanoke City Council, BudgetSign up for our NewslettersAuditors flagged the overage as a compliance issuePublished: May 28, 2025 at 6:17 PMTags: Roanoke City Council, BudgetROANOKE, VA – More than $5 million was overspent in Roanoke last year, and it happened without official approval from the City Council. Now, a new Council is left to explain how it happened, and what comes next.
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2 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
42% of drowning deaths in Virginia happen in natural bodies of water BUCHANAN, VA – You’ve heard it said 1,000 times – wear your life jacket before you get out on the water. That’s because the river doesn’t care if you’re a strong swimmer. If you’re not prepared, it can sweep you away. The kayaks and tubes are ready at Twin River Outfitters along the James River — but so are the safety checks.
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2 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
The six-month pilot starts in the fallROANOKE, VA – Big Changes could soon be coming to one of Roanoke’s busiest roadways. Currently, Williamson Road has two lanes going in each direction. Well, starting this fall, a pilot program is set to change that — down to one lane each way, with a center lane just for turning. The hope is it’ll slow traffic down and make things safer. But some local business owners are worried it could make things worse.
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2 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 21, 2025 at 1:04 PMSign up for our NewslettersThe store is expected to begin winding down operations soonPublished: May 21, 2025 at 1:04 PMAfter 40 years in business, Patina Bridal and Formals is closing its doors. (Patina Bridal and Formals)After 40 years in business, Patina Bridal and Formals is closing its doors. The Roanoke-based boutique has been a prominent destination for the region’s wedding, prom, and pageant attire.
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2 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 18, 2025 at 8:37 AMTags: Missing Person, Bedford, AWARE FoundationSign up for our NewslettersKerri Magness was last seen jogging at 11:45 a.m. Saturday Published: May 18, 2025 at 8:37 AMTags: Missing Person, Bedford, AWARE FoundationAccording to the AWARE Foundation, Kerri Magness was last seen at 11:45 a.m. Saturday when she left her family’s home on Bee Hollow Road to go jogging. She never returned.
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2 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 18, 2025 at 5:28 AM Tags: Armed Robbery, LPD, Lynchburg Sign up for our Newsletters Police seek public’s help identifying masked suspect Published: May 18, 2025 at 5:28 AM Tags: Armed Robbery, LPD, Lynchburg LPD Investigates Armed Robbery at Fort Avenue 7-Eleven (Lynchburg Police Department, Copyright 2025 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.) LYNCHBURG, VA – The Lynchburg Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred early Sunday morning at a 7-Eleven in the...
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3 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
The event takes place at Hanging Rock Golf ClubROANOKE, VA – The Roanoke community will come together Saturday for the first annual Aaron’s Mission Golf Tournament, an event honoring the life and legacy of Aaron Dean, a young man remembered for his unwavering faith and dedication to missionary work. The tournament, hosted by Aaron’s Mission Inc., will take place May 17 at Hanging Rock Golf Club, 1500 Red Lane Extension in Salem.
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3 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 17, 2025 at 6:43 AMSign up for our NewslettersFire crews responded to a blaze in the 3700 block of Southway Drive in south Roanoke, near Tanglewood MallPublished: May 17, 2025 at 6:43 AMFire crews responded to a blaze in the 3700 block of Southway Drive in south Roanoke, near Tanglewood Mall. ROANOKE, VA – Fire crews responded to a blaze in the 3700 block of Southway Drive in south Roanoke, near Tanglewood Mall. Officials confirm the fire is now under control.
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3 weeks ago | 
wsls.com | Abbie Coleman
Published: May 17, 2025 at 6:39 AMTags: Lynchburg Police, Gun ViolenceSign up for our NewslettersPolice confirmed there is no threat to the community at this timePublished: May 17, 2025 at 6:39 AMTags: Lynchburg Police, Gun ViolencePolice Investigating Shooting After Man Arrives at Lynchburg HospitalA man arrived at Lynchburg General Hospital around 3:40 a.m. Saturday with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg, according to police.
