Aspiring entrepreneurs can get their foot in the door at an annual business program that helps you put business ideas into action. WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post Business program and competition assists entrepreneurs launching new ideas first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Recruiting full-time OB/GYNs to LewisGale Hospital Montgomery has been challenging in recent years and we have made the difficult decision to temporarily discontinue obstetrics services at LewisGale Montgomery, effective April 1, 2024. At this time, it is in the best interest of our patients to deliver their babies at our sister facility, LewisGale Medical Center,…… Continue Reading
Current Vice Mayor Joe Cobb says he is exploring the opportunity of becoming mayor, and says a decision will be ‘forthcoming very soon.’ WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Sherman Lea opts out, vice mayor could go for his spot first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and in the near future. Sponsored by the Roanoke Cultural Endowment. The post FloydFest 2024 site prep on schedule; Paul McCartney photos of early Beatles days first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
Maybe you’ll hit the gym more often or bike extra miles on the greenway as part of a New Year’s resolution to lose a few pounds and improve your overall health. The City of Roanoke’s Financial Empowerment Center wants its clients to consider their financial wellness for 20-24 as well. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that…… Continue Reading
Do you have fitness goals for the new year? WFIR’s Alex Torres has details on how to keep your momentum going throughout the year: The post One timeless tip on keeping your New Year’s resolutions from fitness expert first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in locating a missing 15 year old juvenile. Alexis Parker left her home on Falling Creek Road in Bedford County around 10:45pm on 1-2-2024. Alexis Parker is a white female who is 5ft 3in tall. She is approximately 130 pounds. She has brown hair and blue eyes.…… Continue Reading
Update: Alexis Parker has been located. She is safe and has been returned to her family. Previous The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in locating a missing 15 year old juvenile. Alexis Parker left her home on Falling Creek Road in Bedford County around 10:45pm on 1-2-2024. Alexis Parker is a white…… Continue Reading
The Kirk Family YMCA sees an influx of members this time of year thanks to many New Year’s resolutions regarding fitness; one representative says classes help keep people on track with their goals. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post YMCA sees more members this time of year first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3…… Continue Reading
(from Va State Police) On December 19, 2023, at the request of U.S. Marshal Thomas L. Foster, the Virginia State Police started an investigation into an Officer Involved Shooting, which occurred on Dunmore Street SW, in the City of Roanoke. Deputies of the United States Marshals Service were attempting to serve Class 5 felony arrest warrant…… Continue Reading