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Exploring areas in your own backyard

For people in Southside Virginia with a taste for the outdoors there are plenty of opportunities just a few gallons of gas away, including Philpott Lake. WVTF's Fred Echols has more. Read more.

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    Animals at Roanoke's Mill Mountain Zoo are starting to move around in their cages a bit more now that the weather is a little warmer. WVTF's Beverly Amsler has more. Read more.

  • Marking the first anniversary of the VT shootings

    April 16th was a day of remembrance at Virginia Tech. WVTF News has a variety of stories around campus - from the ceremonies on the drillfield to the photography exhibit at Perspective Gallery. Read more.

  • Election 2008

    The Presidential election season is heating up. Get the latest news and information from around Virginia and the nation from WVTF and National Public Radio. Read more.

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    WVTF and The Roanoke Times present the latest school closings and delays. View school closings throughout WVTF's 40-county coverage area online anytime. Closings and delays.

  • Cruise the Danube with Diane

    WVTF and RADIO IQ listeners are invited to join Diane Rehm on a cruise along the Danube River in September 2008. The trip is a 16-day excursion and is sure to be a memorable event. Read more.