Viola Higgins

I’m a mother of 2 little angels that I continuously try to figure out and spend the other half figuring out how to be a great wife. Writing is my passion and I write regularly for the Virginian Tribune and several other national news outlets.

Crime & Safety

Viola HigginsJuly 25, 2020

Man arrested after leading police on chase in Botetourt Co., Roanoke Friday

Roanoke, Virginia – Brejay Taylor, 20 of Lynchburg, was arrested Friday night by police after leading police on a chase…
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Community

Viola HigginsJuly 24, 2020

Brain Hacks to Boost Motivation and Beat the Work From Home Blues

As the number of days we’re spending in lockdown – or simply still working from home (if we would rather…
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U. S. News

Viola HigginsJuly 24, 2020

Joe McCarthy Makes Major League Debut With Giants

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Former Virginia baseball standout Joe McCarthy (Scranton, Pa.) made his Major League debut on Thursday night (July 23) with the…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 23, 2020

Roanoke Police investigating shooting after wounded teen goes to hospital

Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke Police are looking for information about a shooting that took place late Wednesday or early Thursday.…
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Community

Viola HigginsJuly 22, 2020

Roaring Run Falls

Roaring Run Falls is one of the most accessible natural wonders of Virginia’s Blue Ridge. A leisurely, family-friendly hike winds…
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Covid-19

Viola HigginsJuly 19, 2020

VDH: 77,430 cases of coronavirus in Virginia, 2,027 deaths

RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Health is reporting 77,430 total cases of coronavirus in the commonwealth as of Sunday…
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Community

Viola HigginsJuly 19, 2020

Trails for Hiking & Biking

More than 14 miles of trails allow for hiking and biking around and through Explore Park. Meander through the historic…
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Local News

Viola HigginsJuly 17, 2020

Roanoke Police investigating shooting near Washington Park

Roanoke, Virginia – Roanoke Police are investigating another shooting incident following a series of shootings in the city over the…
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Community

Viola HigginsJuly 16, 2020

Does a healthy diet have to come at a hefty price?

Imagine you’re in the aisle of your favorite grocery store, bombarded with hundreds of the latest and greatest products on…
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Community

Viola HigginsJuly 16, 2020

Mountain Bike at Carvins Cove

The second largest municipal park in the United States, Carvins Cove has plenty to offer – over 60 miles of scenic multi-use…
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