A new CEO is stepping up at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post New CEO looks forward to the future of BGCSWVA first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
New AD announced at Roanoke College
Roanoke College announces that Curtis Campbell has been selected as its new director of athletics effective July 1. Campbell has 23 years of experience working in intercollegiate athletics. He is currently the director of athletics at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, a role he’s held since 2020. Previously, he served as director of athletics at…… Continue Reading
Several people dead after multi-vehicle crash on I-81 in Montgomery Co.
From Virginia State Police: At approximately 3:30 a.m. this morning, a Chevrolet SUV, pulling a U-haul trailer was traveling north on Interstate 81, at the 120.2. The vehicle lost control and spun-out and was struck by a tractor trailer, which was also traveling north.A secondary crash occurred shortly after the first, and there were no…… Continue Reading
United Way food and supply drive ahead of Days of Action
As United Way of Roanoke Valley gets ready for its “Days of Action” volunteer community projects in late June they are sounding the call early for donations of food and everyday supplies. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post United Way food and supply drive ahead of Days of Action first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
Commonwealth’s new hazard mitigation plan emphasizes expanding equity
A new plan aimed at bolstering Virginia’s resilience in the face of disasters takes a stab at enhancing equity at the same time. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on the Commonwealth’s freshly approved hazard mitigation plan: The post Commonwealth’s new hazard mitigation plan emphasizes expanding equity first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Men’s Health Day in NW Roanoke this Saturday
Loudon Avenue Christian Church in NW Roanoke is hosting a Men’s Health Day later this week. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports it is part of Men’s Health Month in June: The post Men’s Health Day in NW Roanoke this Saturday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Multiple vehicle crash on I-81 NB has all lanes shut down
(from State Police) There are 4 crashes blocking Interstate 81 northbound at the moment. The crashes are at the 120-mile marker in Montgomery County. Multiple tractor trailers and cars involved. I’m hearing there are 20 vehicles involved. It’s unclear if there are any injuries at this time. mULTIPLE Units are on-scene and say there will…… Continue Reading
Two found dead at McAfee Knob trailhead connected to fire
From Roanoke County Fire-EMS 5/26/23: This morning at 3:30 a.m., Roanoke Fire-EMS was dispatched to a residential structure fire on the 800 block of Rorer Ave SW. A few moments later, Roanoke Fire-EMS was dispatched to the 30 block of 14th St SW for another residential structure fire. The fires were quickly brought under control…… Continue Reading
VT poly-sci professor on Tim Scott candidacy
Former President Donald Trump wants his old job back – but this week two other high-profile candidates for the Republican nomination for President made it official. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on one of those two announcements: The post VT poly-sci professor on Tim Scott candidacy first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Gauntlet presents awards to competition finalists
The first place winner at last night’s 2023 GAUNTLET program were Mandi and Travis Hundley, owners of The Wellness Bar: Uptown in Martinsville, described as a IV hydration and vitamin lounge, designed to improve the health and wellness of the community, by focusing on individuals and their unique wellness goals. Overall more than $300,000 in…… Continue Reading