We can move away from coal fire power but that doesn’t mean we won’t still suffer the effects of coal-powered energy. That’s what one Congressman from our area is saying, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports. The post Lawmaker: coal power continues whether US does or not first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Several recent stories in the Washington Post and from the Associated Post pointed out that many regional theaters across the country have still not seen attendance at their live stage shows return to pre-COVID numbers. Mill Mountain Theatre is feeling some of that pain, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: The post Mill Mountain Theatre looking…… Continue Reading
The Berglund Center has a little something for everyone in 2024, WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post New Scenic Venue among Activity at Berglund Center first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Berglund Center has a little something for everyone in 2024, WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post New scenic venue among activity at Berglund Center first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke County Police officers responded to 6842 Walrond Dr. (Walrond Park) today in reference to a wellbeing check. While on scene the incident changed to a death investigation and CID was called out to investigate. There is no danger to the community and officers are no longer on scene. Investigation is still active pending notification…… Continue Reading
On October 28, 2023 at approximately 10:10 p.m., Roanoke Police were patrolling the area of 10th Street and Grayson Avenue NW when they heard several shots fired nearby. As officers began to respond to that area, they were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Center of a motor vehicle crash in the 1600 block…… Continue Reading
HARRISONBURG, Va. (AP) — Facing its toughest test of the season, and with its offense suddenly struggling, No. 25 James Madison relied on its defense to win for the first time as a ranked team. Jordan McCloud threw for three touchdowns and ran for another, and the Dukes stretched their winning streak to 11 with…… Continue Reading
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration has identified nearly 3,400 voters who were improperly removed from the state’s rolls due to probation violations — a greater number than previously acknowledged — and said Friday that local registrars have reinstated the vast majority of those individuals. The governor’s administration first disclosed the problem…… Continue Reading
A long-time Hokie has been inaugurated as President of a local private college. WFIR’s Alex Torres has details: The post New President of Roanoke College Inaugurated first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Halloween is just days away. Some localities are opting to trick-or-treat tomorrow instead of October 31st. Whenever you head out to get your treats here are a few Halloween safety tips. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports. Halloween Weekend Events The post Halloween Safety first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading