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4 days ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke is stepping up its fight against homelessness with a new initiative: the “Mayor’s Hope and Home Task Force”. The idea was approved Monday at the city council meeting. “I’d like to see that as we are reducing the number of people experiencing homelessness,” Mayor Joe Cobb said, “we are placing them in homes, whether it is transitional living or long-term living.” Homelessness in Roanoke has surged since the pandemic.
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1 week ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Bedford County is celebrating the start of a major project for two high schools. Tuesday, workers broke ground on a nearly $30 million dollar project aimed at improving Staunton River and Liberty High School’s auditoriums. The improvements will be state-of-the-art new black box theaters and an added 6,000 feet for band rooms. As well as more equipment to help better prepare students for the future.
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1 week ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A Northwest Roanoke neighborhood was shaken with violence Saturday night when gunfire rang out, leaving one man dead and a local woman hailed for her brave actions attempting to save his life. “My front door was open, so I heard some commotion. It was maybe five minutes of people arguing and yelling, but I didn’t really pay any mind,” Cassidy Martin, neighbor, said.
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2 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - As the New River Valley community grows, so does the demand for affordable healthcare options. Community health centers are stepping up like never before, serving a record of 32.5 million people nationwide, according to the National Association of Community Health Centers. Here in the NRV, the need is surging.
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2 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - A Lynchburg software company is celebrating a major milestone. Leaders say it’s a testament that the city is growing as a technology hub. CloudFit Software specializes in defense intelligence like cybersecurity, providing managed services and solutions for mission-critical cloud operations. Thursday, leaders announced how the company has grown in its workforce, specifically targeted to students in high school and college.
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2 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
Rockbridge County, Va. (WDBJ) - With construction on seemingly every block, Rockbridge County is in the midst of a busy building season. Here’s a look at what’s being built:Modine Manufacturing Company expansionModine Manufacturing Company is significantly expanding its Rockbridge facility off Collierstown Rd, adding a parking lot, testing facility, and packing building. This growth brings with it more than 200 new jobs and the company is actively hiring and in need of 100 employees immediately.
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2 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
FAIRLAWN, Va. (WDBJ) - The New River Valley Disability Resource Center has opened its doors to a new location in Fairlawn. Since it was founded in 2016, the demand for services has grown. That’s why the disability center needed a larger space to help people in the community. Community Services Coordinator Kelvin Gravely says the center helps direct people to non-profits or government groups, or with transitional services.
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2 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - It’s no doubt the anticipation is building in Roanoke County for Publix to break ground. Back in March WDBJ7 reported construction was set to begin in April, according to the company spokesperson. However, as of Monday, May 21, no movement has started on the parcel of land they bought. That land is at Brambleton and Old Cave Spring Road. WDBJ7 reached out to the spokesperson recently for an update on when the company will start construction.
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3 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - As the population grows in Bedford, officials say so does the animal population. That’s why Bedford County Animal Shelter broke ground on Thursday for a project to help house more pets in need. The expansion is costing $1.1 million to build onto the building to add thousands of square feet. That lets them put in 40 more kennels, essentially doubling the amount they can take in.
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3 weeks ago | 
wdbj7.com | Taylor Locke
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Botetourt County is booming with new businesses. From new spots to grab a bite, to medical offices and housing communities, it seems like there’s something popping up on every corner. Here’s what’s being built:Waffle HouseA breakfast battle is heating up just south of I-81 in Botetourt County. A Waffle House is being built right across from the Cracker Barrell on Lee Hwy. Ground hasn’t been broken yet, but we should see some development soon.
