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Forecast Storms enter the picture Wednesday along with a notable warm up Virginia Green Is Here for All Your Lawn Needs Sponsored Science Missed the Northern Lights? Here’s why we could get another opportunity soon News Search for Pulaski man extends into second week TOP HEADLINES Community Recovery center faces criticism following introduction to neighborhood Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 6:19 PM EDT | By Lindsey Cook The new Four Truth’s Recovery Center cut a ribbon on Tuesday opening a home for people in the program to get help they need through battling substance abuse. Some neighbors aren’t fond of the center’s location. Target 7 Target 7: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital cleared of noncompliance status for stained surgical instruments Updated : 8 hours ago | By Isabella Ledonne It comes after a report found Carilion RMH was failing the standards of patient care. Safety 17-year-old missing juvenile in Bedford County found safe Updated : May. 10, 2024 at 5:54 PM EDT | By Leslie Johnson Bedford County Police is in search of a missing 17-year-old juvenile who was last seen on Tuesday, May 7, at 8:00 p.m. at his residence in Hardy, VA. Community Grayson Co. couple invests in Scottish football team to connect with heritage Updated : 22 minutes ago | By Patsy Montesinos A social media post led the Butler family to take a leap of faith. Crime Man arrested for sexual assault at Lowe’s store Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 5:21 PM EDT | By Pat Thomas Malvester Penn III, 42, is charged with sexual assault. Schools Roanoke City Council changes school board funding policy, adopts budget Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 6:45 PM EDT | By Patsy Montesinos In a 5-1 vote, the Roanoke City Council passed an ordinance changing a funding policy that has been in place for over a decade. Local Radar FEATURES LATEST VIDEO Local Scotland Soccer Team Owners Politics Governor On Budget Target 7 Target 7: Lynchburg International Festival Shared Video Solar Maximum MORE NEWS Investigation Halifax County woman still missing after 15 years Updated : 6 hours ago | By WDBJ7 Staff Virginia State Police continue their search for a missing Halifax County woman after 15 years. Community Community members start Reimagine Chatham initiative to make town improvements Updated : 2 hours ago | By Makayla Shelton Some possibilities include improving recreational facilities, adding signage, and more. Accident Driver crashes into Lynchburg drug store Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 4:26 PM EDT | By Pat Thomas Medics checked out the driver, who was shaken up, but not taken to a hospital. Local $75 Million going towards improving Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke Updated : 3 hours ago | By Amir Massenburg Millions of people use the Blue Ridge Parkway every year. Over the years, the usage has taken a toll on the roads. Here @ Home A look at maternal mortality - how mental health is a huge concern Updated : 4 hours ago | By Natalie Faunce A look at the drivers for these maternal issues Here @ Home Color Analysis - Finding the color that’s right for you Updated : 4 hours ago | By Natalie Faunce Knowing one’s "pop" colors can help a person stand out, get noticed and feel good about their appearance. Accident Man killed, two children flown to hospital after Henry County crash Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 9:23 AM EDT | By Kaitlyn Dillon A man is dead and two young children are hospitalized after a Saturday crash on Route 641 in Henry County. Court Troutville woman sentenced for shooting her husband Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 12:24 PM EDT | By Isabella Ledonne 51-year-old Rhonda Hinkley was sentenced to 20 years, which will be suspended after she serves one year. Entertainment Rickie Lee Jones coming to the Jefferson Center Updated : 8 hours ago | By Kaitlyn Dillon The Grammy winning singer and songwriter Rickie Lee Jones is coming to Roanoke this fall. Development Residents speak on HopeTree rezoning at City Council public hearing Updated : 21 hours ago | By Amaiya Howard Several Salem residents took the stand to address their opinions on the new plans for the HopeTree Property. Crime Man arrested for January shooting in Danville Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 5:02 PM EDT | By Pat Thomas Danville Police arrested Devonta Lewayne Dodson, 32. Court Craig County man indicted for child pornography charges, trial set for August Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 2:29 PM EDT | By Isabella Ledonne Matthew Wilson is charged with production of child pornography and filming an nonconsenting minor. MORE NEWS Community Free fridge” available for those in need at Meadowbrook Library Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 5:41 PM EDT | By Amir Massenburg The library isn’t exactly somewhere you’d think of going for groceries, however, a community effort in Montgomery County is making that possible. Accident Bedford man killed in Nelson County crash Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 10:22 AM EDT | By Pat Thomas Virginia State Police have released the name of a man killed in a crash Friday in Nelson County. Community God’s Pit Crew deploys to Texas to aid flood victims Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 4:08 PM EDT | By Makayla Shelton God’s Pit Crew volunteers traveled from Danville to Conroe and Cleveland Texas to help flood victims. Entertainment Grammy-winning saxophone player David Sanborn dies Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 2:55 PM EDT | By The Associated Press His career included performances and recordings with artists including Stevie Wonder, the Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Paul Simon, just to name a few. Education Students participate in 2024 STEM Goes Red event Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 12:22 PM EDT | By Sophia Borrelli More than seventy female high school students from Roanoke City Public Schools and Salem City Schools were chosen to take part. Fire Pet found dead after Danville house fire Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 9:02 AM EDT | By Pat Thomas The cause of the fire has not been determined. Consumer Roanoke gas prices rise slightly in the last week Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 5:45 AM EDT | By WDBJ7 Staff Average gasoline prices in Roanoke have risen 1.6 cents per gallon in the last week, according to GasBuddy. Health Red Cross encourages blood donations during Trauma Month Updated : May. 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM EDT | By Kate Capodanno May is Trauma Awareness Month and while it is impossible to totally prevent these life-changing events, there are ways to give back through blood donations....