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Photos: Men wearing werewolf masks rob Roanoke store
Roanoke police spokeswoman Aisha Johnson tells The Roanoke Times that one of the men pulled a gun on an employee at One Stop market, located in the 4200 block of Williamson Road, around 7:40 p.m. on March 19.
VA water utilities deptartment recognized for excellent performance
The city of Manassas Public Works and Utilities department received the 2012 Excellence in Water Treatment Plant Performance award by the Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water, presented in Roanoke, Va.
Del. Albo Recognized with Three Service Awards By Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Del. Dave Albo was given three awards last week for his 2013 voting record by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce .
Maddox and Calfee Excel in Roanoke
Roanoke- It took all season, but it was sweet when it happen. The talent was always there, but it took a while to put it all together.
Georgetown Lunch Rotarians focus on Wounded Warrior project
Lloyd Mackall/For The Times Georgetown Lunch Rotarians heard Terry Moore, formerly of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command, speak about the Wounded Warrior program.
Police Need Your Help Solving Suspicious Death Case
There is new information about a suspicious death in Dutch Mill Court. The medical examiner based in Roanoke has not been able to determine a cause of death for Thaxton Keith Simms.
A 27-year-old woman was robbed at gunpoint on May 7, as she withdrew money from the same bank ATM where another armed robbery occurred in late March.
National PTA celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
National PTA joins schools and communities across the country in recognizing educators making a difference in children's lives during PTA Teacher Appreciation Week between May 6-10, 2013.
Jefferson College grad, war veteran, designs his own future
ROANOKE, Va. - It is 8 a.m. on a rainy Monday, a time when most people are easing warily into the work week.
Watch This Ridiculously Simple Way That Vandaveer Uses Twitter's Vine To Promote Live Shows
DC based musician Mark Charles Heidinger and his project Vandaveer are known for an reflective alt-folk sound and memorable performances both here and abroad.
Event honors judge's contributions to area
Junius P. Warren, retired juvenile and domestic relations court judge, reacts to the unveiling of his portrait Thursday at an appreciation event.
Teen Charged in Virginia State Police Chase
A teen is facing several charges after fleeing from Virginia State Police this week in a stolen car, leading them on a wild chase that ended in a Vienna backyard.
'Seeking a Friend for the End of the World' a worthwhile change of pace DVD
Most Roanoke movie goers have probably not heard of " Seeking a Friend for the End of the World ." It screened for a short few weeks at the Grandin Theatre and then quietly disappeared.
Jonathan Agee Gets Three Life Sentences for Ex-Wife's Murder
Former Franklin County Deputy Jonathan Agee has been sentenced to serve three life sentences plus 11 years for killing his ex-wife. Roanoke, VA - After more than eight hours of testimony in the sentencing phase of his trial, former Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy, Jonathan Agee, will have to wait another night to learn his fate for the murder of ... (more)
WWE Raw preview for May 6, 2013 episode: John Cena vs. Ryback feud continues
The John Cena vs. Ryback feud will likely continue as one of the major storylines heading into Monday's episode of Raw on May 6. The latest WWE Raw will take place in Roanoke, VA, with The Shield, Team Hell No, Alberto Del Rio, Jack Swagger, and Dolph Ziggler also expected to figure prominently in the show results.
Study on I-81 widening in Virginia expanded
Virginia highway officials are expanding the study into the possibility of widening Interstate 81 in the Roanoke and New River valley.
N.C. teen with guns at school gets scholarship
A lawyer for Johnston County schools says a teen who said he left two unloaded shotguns in his car at school will be allowed to graduate.
Sen. Tim Kaine Stops in Roanoke to Talk About Online Sales Tax
Roanoke, VA Sen. Tim Kaine is making his way around the Commonwealth over the next few days to discuss the upcoming vote on the Marketplace Fairness Act.
Cement Industry Honors 2013 Leaders in Environmental Excellence;...
Five cement plants received special recognition for their commitment to improving the environment and their communities at the 12th Annual Cement Industry Environment and Energy Awards, presented by the Portland Cement Association and Cement Americas magazine at PCA's Spring Meeting in Chicago, April 29, 2013.