A group of panelists – from academia, regional partnerships, private development and public housing government agencies – met for a 90 minute “think tank,” session late last week, with affordable housing on the agenda. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Affordable housing the subject of a “thought leader” forum first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
There’s a new community theater in town. “Exit Pursued by a bear theatre” plans to offer 4 plays in its inaugural season. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports. A community theater with an unusual name is bringing community theater back to Roanoke CITY. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on “Exit Pursued by a…… Continue Reading
The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs scored two late goals in the 3rd period on Friday night in a comeback 3-2 over the Quad City Storm to tie their SPHL first playoff round series at 1-1. The two teams will face off at the Berglund Center again on Saturday night in the deciding Round 1 game.…… Continue Reading
We are one week away from the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon weekend – “America’s Toughest Road Races.” Last year the races – a full marathon, a half marathon and 10k – were officially canceled about 80 minutes in, due to a brief thunderstorm period. Kait Pedigo (left in photo) with Roanoke Outside says next…… Continue Reading
The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra is offering a rare treat for the region’s music lovers. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno explains. The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra’s “From Italy with Love” concert features Italian composers and offers the RSO the opportunity to incorporate classical guitar. WFIR Denise Allen Membreno has more. https://rso.com/ The post From Italy with Love…… Continue Reading
Looking for something to do this weekend? A parade in downtown Roanoke is one of many artsy events are going on in the Valley for World Art Day, WFIR’s Alex Torres has details: The post Daisy Art Parade marches through Downtown Roanoke for 2nd year first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A local storytelling festival is returning for its 23rd year, WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: [Click here for more details on the event] The post Storytelling festival brings international talent to the Valley first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A campaign branding the Roanoke Valley as a Metro-Mountain Adventure might mean more tourism from the DC/Metro area, which could mean more business for Southwest Virginia, WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Campaign in DC area aims to attract tourism to Valley first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A Roanoke area muralist is encouraging residents to take risks when embracing their creative side. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. The post Roanoke artist hopes talk inspires others to take creative risk first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A Roanoke area muralist is encouraging residents to take risks when embracing their creative side. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. The post Roanoke muralist hopes talk inspires others to take creative risk first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading