A Roanoke City man has been taken into custody and charged after remains were found in a burning vehicle last week in Bedford County. The victim has been identified as 20-year-old Ethan Bert of York, Pa. According to the Bedford Commonwealth’s Attorney, police in Florida arrested 29-year-old Joseph Walker and charged him with second-degree murder.…… Continue Reading
A new CTE center and the renovation of two elementary schools are Roanoke County Public Schools top priorities, but according to their Superintendent, they don’t intend to stop there. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: The post More on the horizon: multiple projects still ahead says RCPS Superintendent first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3…… Continue Reading
RICHMOND – The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is releasing a refreshed design of Virginia driver’s licenses and ID cards. The new credentials incorporate the next generation of enhanced security features that are resistant to counterfeiting and illustrate the beauty of iconic Virginia imagery. While the current credential offers a view of the outside…… Continue Reading
Roanoke, Virginia (April 24, 2023) – Dr. Verletta B. White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools, was named Virginia Superintendent of the Year at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents (VASS) Annual Awards Luncheon today in Roanoke. Over three hundred attendees were present at the announcement and presentation of the Virginia Superintendent of the Year Award…… Continue Reading
A local production of a classic children’s tale opens this weekend. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: The post VCT James and the Giant Peach hits the stage soon first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A meeting at the Gainsboro library will reveal the plan for the long awaited Gainsboro Neighborhood Center. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post Gainsboro Neighborhood Center one step closer to completion first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
PEORIA, IL. – The Rail Yard Dawgs (4-1) scored on their first possession of the night and never looked back, eliminating the top-seeded Peoria Rivermen (3-2) in a 5-3 victory at Carver Arena on Sunday evening. Nick DeVito and Gehrett Sargis each scored twice for Roanoke, Josh Nenadal opened the scoring just 15 seconds into…… Continue Reading
Roanoke City Police are investigating a shooting that happened in downtown Roanoke early Sunday morning. According to police, two people were taken to a hospital after the shooting in the area of the 100 block of Campbell Avenue SE. No word yet on their conditions, as police say this is an ongoing investigation. (from WDBJ7 report) The…… Continue Reading
On April 23, 2023 at approximately 1:20 a.m., Roanoke Police were on patrol in the Downtown area when they heard gunshots coming from the 100 block of Campbell Avenue SE. Responding officers located two victims, an adult male lying outside of a business in the area and adult female inside of that business, with gunshot…… Continue Reading
The Salem Fire & EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire at 16 McDivitt Road Saturday morning at approximately 5:59 a.m. Two people were inside the home at the time of the incident, but both occupants exited safely, and no one was injured. The first units arrived within 5 minutes of receiving the 911…… Continue Reading