Kimberly McBroom

Roanoke

Anchor and Reporter at WDBJ-TV (Roanoke, VA)

I am the Morning/Noon Anchor for WDBJ Television, and absolutely love waking up our viewers every day! I am married with two children, and cover family issues.

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EARLY YEARS: ESPN broadcaster and former WDBJ7 staffer Lauren Sisler to speak to area students

1 week ago | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Known for her “sideline shimmy” and her bright smile, Lauren Sisler has carved an impressive career as an ESPN broadcaster. But behind the smile is a family tragedy. In 2003, while attending Rutgers University, Sisler lost both of her parents to a hidden battle with prescription drug addiction.
MORNIN’ MOTIVATIONS: Deciding to make a change can improve relationships, career and wellbeing

1 week ago | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Change can be hard. But according to author and lifestyle blogger Caitlyn Scaggs, sometimes we have to do it to have a better handle on our health, relationships and careers. “A mantra that has been on my mind lately, ‘Nothing changes if nothing changes.’ It may sound silly and over simplistic but often the simple solution is the best,” says Scaggs. “At the most basic level, if you want something to change you must take steps to make it so. Spontaneous change won’t come about.
EARLY YEARS: Persistence pays off while sleep training a “livewire” child

2 weeks ago | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - For parents of newborns, sleepless nights just come with the territory. But sleep coach and author Macall Gordon says parents shouldn’t stress over it. “I give parents a free pass for the first six months to do what works. You do not have to freak out about sleep habits and sleep patterns too early,” says Gordon. But often sleep issues continue. Gordon says typical approaches to change sleep behavior in many kids fail, because of what she calls a “livewire” temperament.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Country-Gospel singer Jimmy Fortune to perform at The Harvester

2 months ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Kimberly McBroom

Share ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Statler Brothers are native sons of Staunton, Virginia. They were already establishing their spot in country music history with hits like “Flowers on the Wall,” when singer Jimmy Fortune joined the group in the early ’80s. He was a replacement for Lew DeWitt, the original tenor of the group, who left due to health issues. “You know, I never was one of those type that said ‘Hey, I’m going to take somebody’s place’.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Key West Band returns to Dr Pepper Park

Jul 5, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -The Key West Band has been around for decades, bringing island flavor and the sounds of the late great Jimmy Buffett, who passed away last September. The group first came together 30 years ago. The band took a break for a few years, then reunited last October at Dr Pepper Park with a special tribute to Buffett. Along with a Buffett-heavy playlist, the Key West Band performs Reggae, Creole, Latin and original songs.
EARLY YEARS: Blacksburg teen plays crucial role in feeding hungry students through the non-profit, Micah’s Backpack

Jun 26, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -They say many hands make light work. For Micah’s Backpack at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Blacksburg, a new app will help encourage more volunteers and donations. “We impact a lot of kids in need, and I hope we can spread it further,” says student and volunteer Anthony Du.The non-profit is a meals program for students on free meal plans in Blacksburg Public Schools.
AGING IN PLACE: You can help raise fund and awareness about Alzheimer’s in “The Longest Day” Solstice Challenge

Jun 11, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a major fundraising and awareness event on June 20, the summer solstice. It’s called The Longest Day Solstice Challenge. There are a variety of activities participants can do to raise funds. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, anything from from basketball to baking and card games to crafts, can act has fundraisers. Leigh Prom has been personally impacted by Alzheimer’s.
EARLY YEARS: Employment experts say teens should think outside the box, when searching for summer jobs

Jun 5, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -School’s out and for many teens, now is the time to earn some cash. “Of course, there are your typical ones with the food and beverage, the hotel motel entertainment industry, a lot of tourism like Parks and Rec, a lot of jobs there for teenagers in the summer,” says Toni McLawhorn with the Greater Roanoke Workforce Development Board and Virginia Career Works. For the younger teens, 14 and 15 year olds, a worker’s permit is needed. “It’s really easy to do now.
AGING IN PLACE: June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

Jun 4, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer’s Association encourages everyone to take charge of their brain health. Many of us know someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or some other brain condition“Today, there are nearly 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s. The lifetime risk for the disease at age 45 is 1 in 5 for women and 1 in 10 for men,” says Brooke Gill, the senior program manager for the Alzheimer’s Association.
EARLY YEARS: Dad uses his grief over losing his 11-year-old son to suicide to help other families combat cyber bullying

May 29, 2024 | wdbj7.com | Kimberly McBroom

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -Kirk Smalley/Co-founder, Stand for the Silent. He wasn’t an angel, but he was our angel, you know?”, says Kirk Smalley, co- founder of “Stand for the Silent.”14 years ago, Kirk Smalley lost his 11-year-old son, Ty to suicide. But that’s not how he wants him to be remembered. “He was all boy. Loved to hunt, loved baseball, especially the St. Louis Cardinals. We always took him to a Cardinals game for his birthday,” says Smalley.

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Articles

EARLY YEARS: ESPN broadcaster and former WDBJ7 staffer Lauren Sisler to speak to area students

MORNIN’ MOTIVATIONS: Deciding to make a change can improve relationships, career and wellbeing

EARLY YEARS: Persistence pays off while sleep training a “livewire” child

HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Country-Gospel singer Jimmy Fortune to perform at The Harvester

HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: Key West Band returns to Dr Pepper Park

EARLY YEARS: Blacksburg teen plays crucial role in feeding hungry students through the non-profit, Micah’s Backpack

AGING IN PLACE: You can help raise fund and awareness about Alzheimer’s in “The Longest Day” Solstice Challenge

EARLY YEARS: Employment experts say teens should think outside the box, when searching for summer jobs

AGING IN PLACE: June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

EARLY YEARS: Dad uses his grief over losing his 11-year-old son to suicide to help other families combat cyber bullying

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