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MoneyRoanoke gas prices fell 11.1 cents in a week, to $3.86 a gallonYour fill-up is a little cheaper. Roanoke's average gas price fell 11.1 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.86 as of Nov. 2, according to GasBuddy's survey of 155 stations. That's still $1.05 higher than a year ago. If you're filling up, it pays to shop around: the cheapest Roanoke station was $3.61 Sunday and the priciest was $4.24.Today’s editionRead

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From Roanoke Times, WAVY.com and 6 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Roanoke Times57 minutes ago

    Roanoke, New River Valley voters turn out for congressional election, amendments

    Voters from across the region voted on their congressional representation and three amendments to the state's constitution Tuesday.

  2. WAVY.com1 hour ago

    High School Player of the Week: Salem Running Back Jaysan Moore-Hare

    The Sophomore tailback totalled FOUR touchdowns in Salem's 45-35 win over Kellam

  3. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    INTERVIEW: WFXR political analysts discuss early voting turnout, voter issues

  4. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    Millions of voters flock to the polls with control of Congress up for grabs

  5. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    Virginia’s 9th District sees strong early voting turnout for midterm elections

  6. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    Ben Cline, Beth Macy vie for 6th District seat

  7. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    The fight for Virginia’s 5th District

  8. WDBJ72 hours ago

    Midterm voter turnout climbs in Salem as families head to polls together

    Voters bring children and grandchildren along to teach civic duty firsthand

  9. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    Virginia polls close at 7 p.m.

  10. Montgomery County Virginia News2 hours ago

    Blacksburg wins RRD tourney

  11. WFXRtv3 hours ago

    Pinpoint Weather: Rain moves in Wednesday

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Rain will return to the region starting on Wednesday. For the afternoon hours, rain is expected west of the Blue Ridge. Rain will be possible everywhere starting Wednesday night, continuing off-and-on Thursday, and ending from west to east on Friday. For many areas, less than a half inch is expected. Higher

  12. WSLS3 hours ago

    Voters make their voices heard in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District

    Voters are still outside their polling places in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District, where incumbent U.S. Rep. John McGuire, R-Va, faces former Congressman Tom Perriello, D-Va.

  13. WSLS3 hours ago

    Voters cast their ballots in Virginia’s 9th Congressional District

    10 News Community Journalist Jack Doherty is outside Green Valley Elementary in Cave Spring, and there has been a steady stream of people coming into the school to cast their votes.

  14. WSLS3 hours ago

    The 540: Gauging voter enthusiasm in Virginia on Election Day 2026

    It’s Election Day, and 10 News Community Journalist Miles Reese recently went out and gauged voter enthusiasm ahead of the 2026 Midterms, and we discussed it on The 540 on Tuesday.

  15. WSLS3 hours ago

    The 540: 10 News Anchor Lindsey Kennett talks first kids of 2026 30 Days of Hope

    10 News Anchor Lindsey Kennett joined The 540 on Tuesday to discuss her initiative and the first kids of the 2026 30 Days of Hope. Kennett also discussed Fostering the Future a program you can find more information about by clicking here.

  16. WDBJ74 hours ago

    Riverdale Village hosts 4th annual Star City StrongFest

    The fourth annual Star City StrongFest is taking over Riverdale Village with a carnival theme, hands-on activities, fitness challenges, food trucks, and more.

  17. The Roanoke Rambler4 hours ago

    Happenings: The Roanoke Rambler Events Calander Week of 11/3-11/9

    Election Day opens the week. Veterans take Jefferson Street Saturday, Jim Messina plays the Jefferson Center, the Rail Yard Dawgs have two home games, and the Roanoke Symphony closes the week with a VA250 salute.

  18. WSLS5 hours ago

    Watch The 540 Nov. 3: The Local, 30 Days of Hope interview and more

    WSLS 10’s new digital-first show highlights the people, places and ideas that make Southwest and Central Virginia special.

  19. Roanoke Times5 hours ago

    AI Ready Roanoke selects CivicSol to help develop AI center

    CivicSol will work with localities in the area to establish an AI Center for Excellence.

  20. WFXRtv5 hours ago

    Hardee’s Friday Night Blitz Week 11 Game Of The Week Preview

  21. WAVY.com6 hours ago

    Sheriff Rocky Holcomb hosts annual turkey bowl flag football game

    VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia Beach Sheriff Rocky Holcomb will host the 4th Annual Turkey Bowl Flag Football Game this Thursday, Nov. 5, at Salem High School. The charity game features Team Education facing Team Public Safety to raise funds for local students experiencing food insecurity. Proceeds from the game benefit the Virginia Beach

  22. WFXRtv6 hours ago

    LIVE: 2026 Virginia General Election results

    (WFXR)- Find up-to-the minute 2026 Virginia General Election results federal, state, and local elections. WFXR News is Your Local Election HQ.

  23. WFXRtv6 hours ago

    Voters emphasize local change and equal rights

  24. WFXRtv6 hours ago

    Roanoke voters head to polls, say every vote matters

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Voters across Virginia are heading to the polls Tuesday, with many saying their ballots are an opportunity to make their voices heard on issues affecting their communities. In Roanoke, voters shared a variety of reasons for participating, from improving local schools and roads to standing up for equal rights. One voter said

  25. Roanoke Times7 hours ago

    Election 2026 live updates: Polls have closed; voices of voters

    Voting began at 6 a.m. Tuesday and will continue until 7 p.m. this evening in the midterm elections for Congress, local races in Roanoke, Salem, Montgomery County and elsewhere, and

  26. The Winchester Star7 hours ago

    Area voters hit the polls for midterm elections

    Local voters headed to the polls on Tuesday to cast ballots for local races, three state constitutional amendments, and federal races for U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives as

  27. Roanoke Times7 hours ago

    Region volleyball roundup: Defending champ Giles rolls past Bath County in quarterfinals

  28. WFXRtv8 hours ago

    Furry Friends: Lala is looking for a loving family!

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—WFXR News highlights pets ready for adoption in area shelters through our weekly segment, Furry Friends! On Tuesday, November 3, Kathy Bauman and Anita Finkle with the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP) brought Lala to the WFXR News Studio. Lala is a 7-year-old pitbull-Labrador mix who has been overlooked at the shelter since

  29. Roanoke Times8 hours ago

    PHOTOS & VIDEO: 2026 Election, voter thoughts at the polls

    Election Day images and video from across the region.

  30. WFXRtv9 hours ago

    Crews tackle multi-vehicle crash in Roanoke County

    UPDATE: As of 12:00 p.m., traffic appears to be cleared. — ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Drivers in Roanoke County should be aware of slow traffic and emergency crews at Colonial Ave and Electric Rd. This is due to a multi-vehicle crash. Stick with WFXR as we work to gather more information.

  31. WDBJ711 hours ago

    WHAT’S GROWING @ HOME: How to divide and transplant succulents

    Jan Hendrickson of Green Designs in Roanoke shares steps for separating and transplanting succulent offsets.

  32. WDBJ711 hours ago

    Golf tournament set to raise awareness for a rare form of lung cancer

    A look at why is it important for people to understand that lung cancer can affect anyone.

  33. WSLS12 hours ago

    Political expert panel set to break down key races, results in 10 News special election coverage

    Virginians are gearing up to make their voices heard in the 2026 midterm elections on Tuesday, and 10 News will have special election coverage beginning at 8 p.m., wherever you stream 10 News.

  34. WFXRtv12 hours ago

    Final words from VA congressional candidates ahead of vote

  35. WDBJ712 hours ago

    HOMETOWN HEALTH: Warnings about energy drinks possibly affecting young people continue

    Caffeinated energy drinks and stimulant supplements are linked to cases of cardiac arrest

  36. WFXRtv12 hours ago

    Pinpoint Weather Forecast Tuesday Nov.3

  37. WFXRtv12 hours ago

    Virginia early voter turnout jumps 67 percent over 2022

  38. WSLS12 hours ago

    Fantastic weather for Election Day!

    Good morning! We have such a nice morning for Election Day. As you drop the kids off at the Bus Stop this morning, you will want the bigger coat. Temperatures will stay in the 40s for the majority of the morning with nothing more than a few clouds. Mostly clear conditions will hold all day long, but we will at least warm up this afternoon into the 70s.

  39. WFXRtv12 hours ago

    Southwest Virginia leads the way as early voting soars past 2022 midterm totals

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Early in-person voting for the November 2026 election wrapped up over the weekend, boasting record turnout throughout the state. This year’s numbers surpassed the final tally from 2022 with 11 days to go in the early voting period and never let up, cruising to more than 1.6 million early ballots, easily

  40. WDBJ714 hours ago

    Hometown birthdays & anniversaries on Nov. 3

    Giving a shoutout to everybody across our hometowns celebrating a birthday or anniversary!

In brief

The short notes of Daily Roanoke’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Voting todayPolls opened at 6 a.m., and the City of Roanoke said all Valley Metro buses are fare-free for rides to the polls on Election Day.

    Polls opened at 6 a.m., and the City of Roanoke said all Valley Metro buses are fare-free for rides to the polls on Election Day.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WSLS

  • ParkingPark Roanoke outlined a proposal to City Council to remove downtown parking meters, make the first hour free in Park Roanoke garages and offer free Sunday parking in city-owned garages and surface lots.

    Park Roanoke outlined a proposal to City Council to remove downtown parking meters, make the first hour free in Park Roanoke garages and offer free Sunday parking in city-owned garages and surface lots. The changes would be phased in over the coming months, pending council approval.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WSLS

  • Water supplyRoanoke City Council heard Monday that the Western Virginia Water Authority is reevaluating its water supplies well ahead of schedule.

    Roanoke City Council heard Monday that the Western Virginia Water Authority is reevaluating its water supplies well ahead of schedule. Executive director Mike McEvoy says the James, Roanoke and New rivers, multiple reservoirs and local quarries are all under consideration.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WVTF

  • Fire-EMS grantsCouncil accepted three grants totaling $435,613 Monday for emergency response equipment and training.

    Council accepted three grants totaling $435,613 Monday for emergency response equipment and training. The Virginia Department of Emergency Management awarded them to Roanoke's Department of Fire-EMS for three regional teams.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WDBJ7

  • Opioid fundsSalem and Botetourt County are among five Virginia localities getting opioid settlement money for fiscal year 2027.

    Salem and Botetourt County are among five Virginia localities getting opioid settlement money for fiscal year 2027. The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority approved $689,634 in total, and the Roanoke Star says Salem gets $128,812.50 and Botetourt County $34,152. Loudoun County, Norfolk and Suffolk also received awards.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WFXRtv, The Roanoke Star News