Roanoke has long spent money helping people experiencing homelessness secure permanent housing. But in recent years, the city has also directed more funds to less typical agencies now tasked with cracking down on an influx of people living outdoors. In conjunction with online news source the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story: Homelessness…… Continue Reading
The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra’s “Painted Violins” fundraiser is also designed to draw awareness to youth music education programs in local schools. Local artists displayed their styles while painting a handful of violins that will be raffled off. The money raised will support youth string programs. Raffle tickets for the painted violins can be ordered on…… Continue Reading
A unique farm in Buchanan with a mission to help heal the unseen wounds military veterans often come back with from their tour of duties will honor them and raise money for its mission this weekend. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post Freedom Fest back this weekend in Buchanan first appeared on…… Continue Reading
The American Lung Association’s 2023 “State of the Air” report finds that more than 1-in-3 Americans live in counties with unhealthy levels of air pollution. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on Roanoke’s declining air quality: The post American Lung Association reports Roanoke’s air quality declining first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
PRESS RELEASE This press release is provided to give a very general overview of the circumstances surrounding the homicide which occurred at the Grandin Road 7-11 located at 1410 Grandin Road, S. W., Roanoke City, on Sunday evening, April 16, 2023, shortly before 9:00 p.m. The homicide itself appears to be the result of a…… Continue Reading
TAP is hosting an event to celebrate the impact of volunteers during National Volunteer Month. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post Pints with a Purpose taking over Parkway Brewing first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
At the end of the day Friday, a Roanoke College board meeting will be one of several factors determining if the Maroons will once again field a football team. WFIR’s Ian Price has that story. Posted on 4/13/23 — Roanoke College President Frank Shushok sent out an email recently informing students and staff that the…… Continue Reading
Roanoke College today unveiled a new brand platform that includes a fresh logo and updated messaging, representing and celebrating a new era for the 181-year-old institution. The new logo and communications will be deployed across the College’s many platforms, including on-campus signage, merchandise, print publications and a redesigned website that will be completed in late…… Continue Reading
All north and south lanes are closed due to police activity on Rt. 616 in Bedford County – that’s the intersection of Goodview Town Rd and Sandy Level Rd. VDOT report that traffic is being detoured onto Sandy Level Rd from Goodview Town Rd and then onto Route 24. Delays are expected. The post All…… Continue Reading
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Choir presents its 36th annual Spring Concert this Saturday at Church of the Holy Spirit in southwest Roanoke County, at 7pm. Founding director Kim Davidson says its also an important fundraiser for the Choir. She sat down yesterday with WFIR’s Gene Marrano to talk about the choir, and here is a…… Continue Reading