ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A new children’s book highlights NASCAR legend Wendell Scott and encourages children to work together to find success. The Wendell Scott Foundation unveiled its new children’s book “Born Driven” that will be available starting Nov. 28. The Foundation’s CEO and…
The keynote speaker for the event was former NFL player and current cornerbacks coach for the Detroit Lions, Dré Bly. Bly was a standout at Western Branch in both football and baseball, and the accolades speak for themselves. 2x All American…
Much of the baseball buzz this spring has centered around Luis Arraez’ quest to hit a next-to-impossible .400-plus. Miami’s second baseman was stroking the ball at a major league leading .403 (87-for-216) as of June 7. More on up-and-comer Arraez…
NORFOLK, Va. – Old Dominion men's basketball fans have been blessed the last decade to have one of the best radio broadcasts in college basketball. ODU radio voice Ted Alexander has been the broadcasting pro with a unique and energetic style…
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today (June 5) the names on the 2024 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. They include 78 players and nine coaches from the Football…
It was early June of 1976, and Americans were preparing to celebrate their country’s 200th birthday. In less than a month, on July 4, millions from coast-to-coast would mark the 1776 anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the beginning…
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) — From a local boy … to a hometown hero … and then… a Hall of Famer. It has been an impressive and storied career for Fancy Gap native Frank Beamer. The man credited with helping put Virginia…
In the fifth decade after the most notable accomplishment of his athletic career, Salem restaurateur Bob Rotanz continues to enjoy the rewards. Rotanz, who recently was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame, was the guest speaker Monday night…
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia Tech honored one of its legends and icons - Frank Beamer - during its commencement ceremony Friday morning. Beamer was emotional as he received the UT Prosim Medal and a standing ovation from the more than 7,000 graduates and their families…
A Virginia Tech icon is being honored for the tremendous impact he’s had on Hokie Nation. Retired Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer has earned the Ut Prosim Medal, the university’s highest honor.