ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – With the winter storm passing through our region, AEP crews are working to respond to power outages with an additional 900 workers to assist in restoration work. The weather is presumed to bring heavy wet snow ice and rain to the region with the main concern being ice accumulations. Ice can…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT is reporting a multiple-vehicle accident on Interstate 581 North near the Elm Avenue exit at mile marker 0. At this time there are no reported injuries. Traffic is currently backed up and all lanes are closed. Source link
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) – Virginia Tech says a recent decision to reduce grant reimbursements covering overhead costs for research may have a $13 million impact on the University. On Friday, February 7, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) decided to reduce reimbursements for research grant recipients covering facilities and administrative (F&A) research costs. In a…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Valentine’s Day is only a few days away and the Better Business Bureau is giving tips on avoiding a broken heart and empty bank account. Website imposters When buying that special gift for your loved one, an important factor to watch out for is websites. Consumers need to be aware of…
(WJW) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of canned tuna products sold at several retailers including Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Kroger and Costco. According to the alert, Tri-Union Seafoods is voluntarily recalling some canned tuna products after learning about a manufacturing defect involving the “easy open” pull tab lid that may…
SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – The Salem Civic Center is welcoming American singer-songwriter and record producer Brantley Gilbert on his Tattoos Tour this March. On March 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Salem Civic Center, Brantley Gilbert will perform with special guests including Black Stone Cherry, Austin Snell, and Colt Ford. Doors will open one hour…
BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT is reporting a vehicle fire on Interstate 81 South near mile marker 154.5. Motorists can expect delays as the right shoulder is closed. WFXR News will release new information when details become available. Check back for more details soon. Source link
UPDATE 9:45 A.M. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke County Fire and Rescue have released more details on house fire at Kentland Drive in Cave Spring. Crews arrived at the home on the 3900 block of Kentland Drive and found heavy smoke and fire showing on all sides of the two-story building. The fire was…
UPDATE 8:55 A.M. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT is reporting the vehicle crash has been cleared on Interstate 81 South. All lanes are reopened allowing traffic to move normally. Motorists should use caution with the winter storm hitting Southwest and Central Virginia. – MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – VDOT is reporting a vehicle crash…
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Wintry weather is coming, and with Governor Glenn Youngkin’s state of emergency declaration, everyone in the commonwealth is gearing up for swift and efficient responses. With the combination of snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain, plus the potential flooding later in the week, both the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and…
