Even though there is a cease fire in Israel’s war against Hamas, a Virginia Tech Foreign Policy expert says at this point Israel doesn’t appear to have a plan for what comes next. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno explains. As hostages are being released in the Israel-Hamas conflict, the international community continues to call for a…… Continue Reading
Lewis Gale NICU opens
Lewis Gale Medical Center marked the opening of their neonatal intensive care unit. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports it’s the culmination of a 13 year journey. Babies in need of extra attention will now be able to stay with their mothers at Lewis Gale Medical Center. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports…… Continue Reading
Sheriff’s Office expands holiday gift drive
The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office has expanded a holiday gift drive that focused last year just on bikes for kids – this time around looking to brighten up the Christmas season for older folks as well. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Sheriff’s Office expands holiday gift drive first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
Buchanan woman killed during Botetourt County vehicle crash
Virginia State Police is investigating a single-vehicle crash, which resulted in a fatality. The crash occurred Monday (Nov 27) at 4:28 p.m. on Route 11, one quarter of a mile north of Brughs Mill Road in Botetourt County. A 2004 Jeep Liberty was traveling north on Route 11, when the vehicle ran off the right…… Continue Reading
Scammers are eyeing your donations this Giving Tuesday
On this Giving Tuesday, make sure your donations don’t end up in the hands of scammers. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more on how to safely give: The post Scammers are eyeing your donations this Giving Tuesday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Christmas light contest will raise money for charity
Think your Christmas display is the best in Roanoke? WFIR’s Alex Torres has details on a competitive event raising money for charity: [Click here for more information] The post Christmas light contest will raise money for charity first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Salem reaches 100 NCAA championships this weekend – in last 30 years
The City of Salem will reach a milestone this weekend – it will reach and top 100 NCAA Championship events covering 12 different sports, after hosting the Division III Men’s and Women’s Soccer Championships this weekend on the Roanoke College campus to reach 101. It all started in December 1993 with the first of 25…… Continue Reading
Roanoke’s Christmas tree being put up today — lighting date set
Roanoke City’s Christmas Tree is being installed downtown today in anticipation of Friday’s tree lighting. WFIR’s Ian Price has details about this year’s tree. The post Roanoke’s Christmas tree being put up today — lighting date set first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Salvation Army rolls out the Red Kettles, Angel Trees
Red Kettles, bell ringing – and angel trees. The Christmas season holidays are back and so is the Salvation Army of Roanoke, seeking donations to help the less fortunate – young and older. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Salvation Army rolls out the Red Kettles, Angel Trees first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
Tech tops UVA again in Commonwealth Clash
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) – Kyron Drones threw three touchdown passes, Bhayshul Tuten scored on a 32-yard run and a 94-yard kickoff return and Virginia Tech beat Virginia for the 18th time in the last 19 meetings, 55-17, on Saturday to achieve bowl eligibility. The win gives the Hokies one point in the Commonwealth Clash, presented by Smithfield. The score for the…… Continue Reading