The Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross race series at Fallon Park on September 16th and 17th that is now part of a national bike racing circuit has picked up a title sponsor – with some local ties. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross brings on sponsor with local ties…… Continue Reading
Author David B. Pope is using his memoir to shine a light on first responders mental health. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: The post Local author shines light on first responders’ mental health first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A new study finds that Roanoke’s real estate market leaves something to be desired. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: The post Roanoke ranks low in nationwide real estate market comparison first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke College’s Quarterly Virginia Consumer Sentiment Report has found people are frustrated by high prices. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has the details. The post Inflation is down … why are prices still up? first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Presidential primaries don’t get underway until early 2024 but the Republican party has a crowded field of contenders and many have qualified for the first televised debate tonight. A local analyst offers her preview; more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post First GOP presidential debate tonight; local expert offers preview first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. The post RSO season kicks off this weekend; retired Fire-EMS veteran has book signing first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke County PD) On Tuesday August 22 a 2005 Mack Truck driven by Michael Thornton was traveling northbound in the 4200 block of Jae Valley Rd in Roanoke County. The vehicle lost control, crossed the center line and ran off the left side of the road. The truck struck a guardrail and continued down…… Continue Reading
Roanoke City Council passed an ordinance last night that will pave the way for an affordable housing complex on Salem Avenue in downtown Roanoke, near the new Valley Metro bus station. The developer will pay ten dollars to the City for the building that once housed the Homeless Assistance Team; 339 Salem Partners will invest around…… Continue Reading
The first bell has rung on the new school year in Roanoke City. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports students are still recovering from learning loss due to the pandemic. The post Roanoke City Public Schools back in session first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From Roanoke County Public Schools: Currently, phone lines are down for all schools and buildings in Roanoke County Public Schools. Alternative numbers have been established so parents can reach schools for urgent messages. Back Creek Elementary: (540) 776-7144 Bonsack Elementary: (540) 977-5879 Burlington Elementary: (540) 561-8162 BCAT: (540) 857-5061 Cave Spring Elementary: (540) 776-7145 Cave…… Continue Reading