Jenna Zibton

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Published: May 28, 2025 at 10:53 AMTags: Roanoke, Washington Park Pool, pool, Roanoke CitySign up for our NewslettersIt’s across from the Gainsboro YMCA on Orange AvenuePublished: May 28, 2025 at 10:53 AMTags: Roanoke, Washington Park Pool, pool, Roanoke CityA new pool opens soon. Washington Park Pool opens Saturday, June 7 in Roanoke. (Canva)ROANOKE, Va. – A new pool opens soon. Washington Park Pool opens Saturday, June 7 in Roanoke. It’s across from the Gainsboro YMCA on Orange Avenue.

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Sign up for our NewslettersThey will go up against students representing all 50 states and five countries outside the U.S.The Scripps National Spelling Bee kicks off on Tuesday, and we have two local kids to watch. Nearly 250 participants earned their spots by advancing through regional spelling bees.

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Every year, an average of 37 children die from heatstroke after being left behind or becoming trapped in a car. During the summer, that’s nearly two lives lost each week. We’re working for you on the crucial warning for parents and caregivers that could help prevent a tragedy. Since 1998, more than 1,000 children have died in hot cars. While May through September are the most common months for these tragic events, hot car deaths don’t just occur in the summer heat.

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If you think your cell phone bill is too high, you’re probably right. Many of us are overpaying by hundreds of dollars each year. But you could save up to $500 a year without sacrificing coverage or reliability, according to Consumer Reports. For years, David Morgan stuck with Verizon—even as his monthly bill kept climbing. Like many of us, he was paying more than he wanted for cell phone service. “I felt stuck,” Morgan said.

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Enhancements aim to protect cadets while maintaining campus accessibilityLEXINGTON, Va. – Virginia Military Institute (VMI) is investing millions of dollars in security upgrades to enhance safety on campus. With recent attacks in New Orleans and at Florida State University, the need for improved security measures is on many minds. Paul Kastner, director of emergency management at VMI, emphasized the importance of these upgrades.