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Abbie Coleman

Roanoke

Multimedia Journalist at WSLS-TV (Roanoke, VA)

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  • 1 week ago | 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.

  • 1 week ago | 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.