The former local news anchor, who went into public relations, will do two segments a month.brpOne of Roanoke's most familiar faces will soon return to the small screen./p pFox affiliate WFXR (Channel 21/27) announced Wednesday that John Carlin will return to its "Fox 21/27 Ten O'Clock News" program.…

HARRISONBURG - Loren Swartzendruber praised the value of a college education Wednesday morning even as the nation's unemployment rate remains seemingly stuck above 9 percent, leaving thousands of young graduates scrambling to find steady work.

HARRISONBURG - A local provider of community health services received a $7,000 state grant to produce a video showing the effect of alcohol on a child's brain.

FISHERSVILLE — The Preston L. Yancey Volunteer Fire Company, dogged by a failing grade from an insurance services firm, has failed to respond to 44 calls so far this year.

When Virginia Tech takes the field Monday night against No. 3 Boise State in a huge opening game, the 10th-ranked Hokies offense will be in a new role. For the first time in recent memory, its the unquestioned strength of the team, the unit being leaned on to help defensive coordinator Bud Foster groom…

Its like shooting in the dark, hoping to hit a balloon releasing millions of dollars and saving the day. But Gov. Bob McDonnells idea of talking the legislature into auctioning off the states Alcohol Beverage Control stores to fund transportation doesnt sound like it makes much sense. And to have the…