With Thanksgiving less than three weeks away, the question of how much this year’s turkey and trimmings will cost looms large, especially with grocery prices 2.7% higher than they were in 2024. President Donald Trump has claimed over the past two days that costs for the Thanksgiving meal are down 25% this year, citing a prepackaged Thanksgiving meal basket from Walmart. But this is misleading. While Walmart’s 2025 meal basket costs about 25% less than the one from 2024, that’s because it offers fewer items and different products to make it more affordable.

The Autumnal Equinox Marks The Astronomical Start Of The Fall Season

Seven people were killed on Virginia’s roadways during the Thanksgiving holiday this year, marking a decrease from previous years, according to preliminary data.

The Roanoke Rescue Mission’s day didn’t end with the Drumstick Dash. After the run, organizers continued the tradition of their annual Thanksgiving lunch.

Every year for Thanksgiving, thousands line up in downtown Roanoke for the Rescue Mission’s annual Drumstick Dash. This year, while the weather wasn’t perfect, more than 7,000 people hit the street to ensure that people will have food to eat.

Rain Pushing Out This Morning, Clearing For Turkey Time

Thanksgiving Day is almost here, and while many of us are looking forward to stuffing our faces (myself included), it’s also a time to reflect on what we cherish most.

New Freedom Farm is serving up community this Thanksgiving, with a Thanksgiving feast for veterans.

The Thanksgiving travel rush has officially begun, with nearly 2 million Virginians expected to travel this holiday weekend, according to a forecast by AAA.

Thanksgiving Day is almost here, and while many of us are looking forward to stuffing our faces (myself included), it’s also a time to reflect on what we cherish most.

A cold and rainy Thanksgiving

Scoring for a Thanksgiving meal — that’s exactly what Virginia Tech Football and Kroger Mid-Atlantic are doing with their 6th annual Touchdowns for Turkeys campaign. The collaboration is helping to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to families in need.

One in ten adults have food allergies, and with the holidays right around the corner, it can bring extra stress and worries about life threatening reactions.

The city of Lynchburg and Bedford County are reminding everyone that after you enjoy your thanksgiving feast, make sure you recycle the grease.

Windy Conditions Return

This Thanksgiving weekend, Virginia State Parks are encouraging people to ‘opt out’ of the shopping and chaos and ‘opt outside’ instead.

It’s estimated that more than two million Virginians will be traveling during the Thanksgiving holiday.

Weather update: Expect clear and cold conditions to continue with incoming rainfall anticipated on Thanksgiving.

The Drumstick Dash returns to Roanoke on Thanksgiving morning to support the Rescue Mission's efforts in funding over 200,000 meals annually.

Blacksburg High School students have raised thousands of dollars for Thanksgiving dinners throughout the NRV.

Many throughout the Commonwealth will be hitting the roads next week to visit family for the holidays.

In one week you’ll be sitting around the table with your loved ones for Thanksgiving. With several food recalls, listeria, salmonella, and E.coli, you’re probably worried about keeping your family safe.

As Thanksgiving approaches, many will gather with family and friends to celebrate. But for some, the holiday season can be a difficult time. Local organizations, like the RAM House, are continuing to step up to provide more than just meals—they’re offering a place for people to connect, find support, and feel a sense of belonging.

As we approach the holiday season and meet with family members that have different views, political discussions may get intense.

Today, they kicked off their registration season for their annual Drumstick Dash.

The 'They Eat, We Eat' event on Thanksgiving Day was a success. Volunteers fed over 200 people.

Firefighters are spending time away from their families and friends to help protect the communities around Matts Creek.

Thousands of runners filled the streets of Downtown Roanoke Thursday for the annual Drumstick Dash.

See an aerial view of this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Everyone’s eager to get to the dining room table as fast as they can.

Four hundred band directors are coming together to march in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

People are showing their appreciation for first responders battling the flames from the Matts Creek Wildfire.

Thanksgiving Day is almost here, and while many of us are looking forward to stuffing our faces (myself included), it’s also a time to reflect on what we cherish most.

It’s still hard to believe that Matthew Perry, one of the six stars of “Friends,” died a few weeks ago.

There is only one dessert that is appropriate for Thanksgiving, and it’s pumpkin pie.

The weather dries out again following Tuesday's dose of much-needed rain

Drumstick Dash organizers said they’re still looking for volunteers to help them direct traffic the day of the race.

Parts of the area will see an inch of rain Tuesday - for the first time in nearly three months

If you're looking to grab some last-minute items this Thanksgiving, you may want to check the holiday hours of the major retailers.

Temperatures are warm until November starts

On Nov. 25, the non-profit will host a Thanksgiving dinner for homeless veterans.

While 49 million holiday travelers are driving, more than 4.7 million will be flying - that’s the highest number of air travelers since 2005.

Drought will persist through at least the next 1-2 weeks before a potential flip in the weather pattern

Healing Others thru Pure Entertainment of H.O.P.E. are looking to make the holidays a little easier.

Temperatures are warm until November starts

'They Eat, We Eat' event to feed people experiencing homelessness, others in need in Lynchburg on Thanksgiving Day.

The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office is looking for both volunteers and applicants for their annual Thanksgiving Giveback.

The countdown is on for the Drumstick Dash.

It’s the start of the holiday season for many of us, and the Star City is gearing up to host lots of holiday events including the “Drumstick Dash.”

Giving Tuesday is crucial for organizations that provide resources to our community.

The Drumstick Dash returned to Downtown Roanoke for Thanksgiving Day

It’s a tradition that started in 2016 – New Freedom Farm hosts a free Thanksgiving meal for veterans and their families every year.

There will be plenty of dry time this weekend, despite two different storms moving through

Thanksgiving is about families and friends coming together, and sometimes, strangers become family in the most unexpected ways.

Oh, Thanksgiving. It’s the one holiday where you stuff your face with delicious food all the while trying to find something to talk about that won’t cause an explosion at the table.

More than 3,000 people are expected to participate in this year’s Lynchburg Turkey Trot 5K race.

President Joe Biden is scheduled to pardon two Thanksgiving turkeys, named Chocolate and Chip, on Monday morning at about 11:15 a.m.

Our taste of winter slowly leaves, making way for a more mild Thanksgiving Day

The Roanoke City Sheriff's Office is hosting their first annual Thanksgiving give back.

If you’d rather not spend your holiday cooking, check out this list to figure out where you can have Thanksgiving dinner.

The annual Turkey Trot Race will be taking place in Lynchburg soon, and Lynchburg officials are reminding residents that some roads will be closed.

Temperatures stay well below average before rising in the days leading up to Thanksgiving

Organizers are looking for volunteers to help pack bags of food on Friday ahead of the event

The Transportation Security Administration is preparing for a busy holiday travel season.

The Danville Police Department is hosting its annual Thanksgiving food giveaway on Monday, Nov. 21.

Americans are bracing for a costly Thanksgiving this year, with double-digit percent increases in the price of turkey, potatoes, stuffing, canned pumpkin and other staples.

Officials said their goal is to help 300 households to be able to sit and share a traditional meal on Thanksgiving day.

It’s week two of the showdown that’ll decide which Thanksgiving food is really the best, according to you.

Members can get the offer by spending $150 in one transaction from Nov. 1 to Nov. 10

If you’re planning on doing some last-minute shopping on Thanksgiving Day, you might want to check ahead and ensure your go-to store is open.

The inflation can be contributed to an avian-influenza outbreak that affected flocks, The Wall Street Journal reports.

Drumstick Dash officials have announced more information regarding this year’s race.

Virginia State Police say there were four deadly crashes in the Commonwealth during the Thanksgiving Holiday, the lowest number in more than a decade.

While families gather to feast across the country, one University of Virginia student makes sure families in Charlottesville have enough food to celebrate during the holidays.

Friday marks another holiday for some people, Black Friday! But this year may have more hurdles than usual with supply chain issues and rising prices.

For some people like first responders, there are no days off for holidays like Thanksgiving. But that doesn’t mean they don’t celebrate.

While most people are enjoying a hot meal with their loved ones this Thanksgiving Day, hundreds of first responders are sacrificing their holiday dinner.

Proceeds from the event go to HumanKind. Every registration fee helps the nonprofit feed two families.

The Drumstick Dash was ran in-person this year with a new course on the Greenway.

Daily Bread says they served more than 500 Thanksgiving meals in 2020, and they prepared 700 servings this year because they anticipated a record-crowd of those in need.

We'll enjoy comfortable conditions for Thanksgiving, but it will feel much different by Black Friday

As people across the country prepare meals for Thanksgiving Day, the Wildlife Center of Virginia is preparing for a feast of their own.

The Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office responded to calls for help Wednesday, and the crime committed was that families didn’t have a Thanksgiving meal.

The annual Turkey Trot was forced to go virtual in 2020 due to COVID-19.

Stub from CorkEnvy joins us with a few wines that pair well with a big turkey feast.

If you're hosting, you're probably starting to make lists and consider what you need around the house. We're here to help.

Family bragging rights, and maybe even some made-up trophies, are usually on the line for a game people look forward to annually.

We all love spoiling our pets, and amid the spoiling we do to ourselves on Thanksgiving with all the delicious food, some of us consider doing the same for our pets.

Temperatures rise briefly Thanksgiving Day before crashing again by Black Friday

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is delivering meals to families in need ahead of Thanksgiving.

Despite sunshine, daytime highs only reach the 30s and 40s Tuesday before thawing out Thanksgiving Day

Have you ever sat back and wondered, “If I were a Thanksgiving food, what would I be?” ... Yeah, safe to say, probably no one has!

The Roanoke Rescue Mission still needs around 1,500 people to sign up for this year’s Drumstick Dash.

Whether by car, or by plane, preparation is key for getting to the final destination.

A strong cold front means gusty wind and cold air at times through Tuesday

The wind whips Monday with cold air continuing through Wednesday morning

It’s not every day that an accidental text leads to a Thanksgiving tradition shared between two strangers, but that’s exactly what happened with Jamal Hinton and Wanda Dench.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’ve likely either made a detailed grocery list, or you’ve thought a lot about what you will serve at the table.

It’s a #turkeypalooza at Washington and Lee University.

Reese’s decided to get in on the dessert action for Turkey Day with a pie-sized peanut butter cup.