Its that time of year again – preparations and registration for the Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash 5K race – presented by Pinnacle. Joining us live again in studio is Rescue Mission CEO Lee Clark to talk about this all-comers run and walk, and other topics related to the homeless. The post Rescue Mission…… Continue Reading
The security of Virginia’s elections was in the spotlight today as our Lt. Governor discussed changes made during the Youngkin administration. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. The post Lt. Gov discusses laws updating voter rolls first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
LewisGale Regional Health System is doing its part to combat drug abuse. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the healthcare system is partnering with local law enforcement to host Saturday’s “Crush the Crisis” event, which is part of National Prescription Drug take-back day. Click here for more information and locations. The post Crush the…… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke PD) On October 26, 2023 at approximately 2:10 a.m., Roanoke Police were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Center of a person with a gunshot wound in the 800 block of Hunt Avenue NW. Responding officers located an adult male with what appeared to be non-life-threatening injuries outside of a residence in…… Continue Reading
A concert at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke next week will feature musical talent 25 and younger in the Blue Ridge on November 2nd. WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post Concert of young musicians in Roanoke supports scholarship program first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke restaurant operators and consumers alike can enjoy a new wholesale grocery experience starting this weekend at the US Foods Chef’ Store. Its one of 89 in the country and the second in Virginia after Lynchburg. WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: The post Chef’ Store in Roanoke is the second in Virginia first appeared on…… 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 Mill Mountain Theatre’s 2024 season … RSO Pops! and monthly gallery talks first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading
Between now and this Sunday, October 29th, every sale of a pair of Merrill brand shoes at the Mast General Store in downtown Roanoke means Mast will donate 15 dollars to Feeding Southwest Virginia. With increasing costs for the holiday meals ahead, Food bank President and CEO Pamela Irvine says donations to the Salem-based food…… Continue Reading
Family Service of Roanoke Valley has introduced a new program over the past few months – its all about connecting people who need help with resources and peer-to-peer support. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Family Service offers new support program first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Election day is two weeks away, and at stake in Virginia is party control of the General Assembly. Our political analyst says both Republican and Democratic insiders tell him one party appears more likely to gain full control — but it is hardly a given. Bob Denton says from all indications, control in the State…… Continue Reading