Roanoke County emergency crews responded to the Sakura restaurant in the 5400 block of Williamson Road, following reports of a fire. When they arrived on scene this morning, crews found heavy smoke coming from the roof of the restaurant which was unoccupied at the time. The fire was brought under control in about one hour.…… Continue Reading
There could be a lot of new faces in the Virginia Legislature after today’s elections. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreño reports this is one of the most impactful legislative elections in decades. The post Dr. Bob Denton election preview first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Terrence Edwards had 24 points and Raekwon Horton made a 3-pointer with 8.6 seconds left in overtime, sending James Madison past No. 4 Michigan State for a 79-76 victory. Tyson Walker scored 35 points for Michigan State, but he had the ball poked away from behind in the closing seconds of the season opener. The…… Continue Reading
There are still some spots available for the 24th Earth Summit. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreño reports the Clean Valley Council is hoping to introduce environmental career opportunities to high school students. Earth Summit 2023 The post Earth Summit 2023 at Roanoke College first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Members in one area of Roanoke are invited to a meeting tonight to discuss the neighborhood’s history and a new proposal. WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post Norwich area proposed nomination discussed at public meeting tonight first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — Although his name won’t appear on the ballot, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin looms large over Tuesday’s general election in Virginia. Republicans hope to gain full control of the state legislature and clear a path for the governor to enact his proposals on abortion, education, taxes and other key policy priorities. Democrats seek to maintain…… Continue Reading
(fromLiberty.edu) LYNCHBURG, Va. – Liberty gave its Homecoming Weekend crowd more than just another win to cheer about with its 56-30 Conference USA win over Louisiana Tech on Saturday. With the victory, its program-record ninth-straight win, Liberty secured the chance to host the CUSA Football Championship game at Williams Stadium on December 1. Liberty remains…… Continue Reading
Pushback from Republican State Senator David Suetterlein today after Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea stated yesterday that City Council has not raised taxes as a Suetterlein ad has claimed: One of those Roanoke City Council members is Democrat Trish White-Boyd, Suetterlein’s opponent in next Tuesday’s election, for the new State Senate District 4 seat. She…… Continue Reading
A Roanoke-based company has a new over-the-counter analgesic topical cream that doesn’t use opioids. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. The post Roanoke-based company launches first opioid-free pain relieving cream first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Hidden in the Blue Ridge Parkway, over 650 thousand bulbs reside in a brilliant display of holiday lights that will benefit Center in the Square. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Illuminights returning for 5th year with new displays first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading