Rachel Lucas

Roanoke – A proposal to build a Ferris wheel atop Center in the Square in downtown Roanoke has city and state leaders weighing in. Leaders at Center in the Square say the idea could boost local tourism. This rendering shows what the Ferris wheel could loo... See more

Roanoke – A Roanoke nonprofit is considering a bold new idea that could transform Roanoke’s downtown skyline and attract more visitors. A proposal is underway to build a giant Ferris wheel perched five to seven stories above Center in the Square, the city... See more

Marking a significant milestone in helping children fight cancer in Southwest Virginia, the Life Ring Foundation doubled it’s pledge to support pediatric cancer care at Carilion Children’s. The Life Ring foundation presented a $1.25 million gift to Carili... See more

Local doctors say the the number of flu cases are on the rise, especially among children. Dr. Ryan Fulton, section chief of general pediatrics for Carilion Children’s in Daleville, warns that the flu can be very dangerous for children. In addition to high... See more

Roanoke – If you can’t make it to Disney, Disney is coming to you! The magic of Disney is in Roanoke. Disney on Ice presents Roanoke Trip Adventures opens Friday at the Berglund Center. Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey Mouse and his Disney friend... See more