Virginia Children’s Theatre spent money on lavish musical productions despite early signs the Roanoke nonprofit did not have the funds to do so, according to internal records obtained by The Roanoke Rambler. In conjunction with the online news source, The Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story: VCT 2 Bougie WRAP 7-13 For more…… Continue Reading
One local Congressman is close to getting a rule changed that would allow the military to pick up American citizens without a hearing. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. The post Americans arrested without a hearing? Amendment would remove rule first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
does not have a government access channel like RVTV, but starting with a public meeting on Monday they’ll find another way to air those sessions. WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: The post Botetourt County turns to YouTube to air board meetings live first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
We recently spoke with a Carilion physician about the health risks for pregnant women who suffer from hypertension. In a follow up to that discussion, we have more about a free program that can assist mothers-to-be in monitoring their own health. WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains on this “Longer Listen,” segment: The post Moms Under…… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission – roanokearts.org. With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. The post Jeff Center releases 2023-24 lineup and new art at Wilson Museum first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading
The New River Valley is putting together a collaborative response to address the opioid crisis. WFIR’s Emma Thomas talked to an official from the organization who’s spearheading the aptly named “Ecosystem Program”: The post Collaborative project addressing opioid addiction in the works for NRV first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Virginia’s Attorney General is lending his support to a SCOTUS decision that he feels gets a bad rap. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post AG Miyares questions media coverage of a SCOTUS decision first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
On July 10 at approximately 11:20 p.m., Roanoke Police were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Center of a person with a gunshot wound in the 1600 block of Sigmon Road NW. Responding officers located an adult male lying outside of a residence with what appeared to be a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Roanoke Fire-EMS…… Continue Reading
Half a year since a burst pipe shut down one of Roanoke County’s libraries, its doors are open again. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on what’s new at the branch: The post Bent Mountain Library reopens after 6 mos. renovation first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Roanoke Parks Foundation has stepped in to help provide something new for Roanoke’s Parks and Recreation Department. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: The post Portable tower helps Roanoke Parks Dept. take the fun to you first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading