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
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