The City of Roanoke unveiled an historical marker this morning at Perry Park off Norfolk Avenue, honoring Henrietta Lacks, a Roanoke native who eventually died from cervical cancer. Cells collected during her diagnosis are still used for research today and are considered to be the ‘gold standard.” Lacks will also be honored on October 4…… Continue Reading
The Salem Fire & EMS Department responded to an apartment fire Thursday evening at approximately 7:05 p.m. First responders arrived within two minutes of receiving the call and found heavy smoke coming from a first-floor apartment and light smoke coming from the attic of the Glenmary complex, located just off West Main Street. All occupants…… Continue Reading
Roanoke’s Fashion Week is returning for its fourth year — now with an all new line-up of events. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: Click here to purchase your ticket The post Fashion Week Founder bringing together community and culture first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A suspect has been taken into custody without incident following a six hour stand off in the 1600 block of 16th Street in Southeast Roanoke.. William L. Nichols, 53 of Roanoke, was taken into custody and existing warrants from our jurisdiction were served. Mr. Nichols does have warrants from other jurisdictions as well.Thank you to…… Continue Reading
Washington Commanders owners Dan and Tanya Snyder are near a deal to sell the storied NFL franchise, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter today. A group led by Josh Harris, co-owner of the Philadelphia 76ers and NHL’s New Jersey Devils, continues to be optimistic that it will get the team. But Canadian billionaire Steve Apostopolous and…… Continue Reading
Roanoke Police are at the scene of a barricaded subject inside a residence near 16th Street SE and Carlisle Avenue SE. There is a heavy police presence in the area (as of 1pm), and RPD will be there for some time. Please avoid travel in the Brownlee Ave SE, Carlisle Ave SE, Gordon Ave SE,…… Continue Reading
Domino’s latest addition to their fleet is paying off in more ways than one. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more on the new electric vehicles delivering pizza all around Roanoke: The post Domino’s is bringing the future of delivery to SWVA first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke College President Frank Shushok sent out an email recently informing students and staff that the school is interested in starting a football program if they can raise the money. Justin Ditmore talked about the news yesterday while filling in on Greg Robert’s Live here on WFIR. According to Ditmore, the letter also details plans…… Continue Reading
After a decade supporting the Blue Ridge Marathon, Foot Levelers discusses impacts and goals for the future. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post Foot Levelers President talks impacts of Blue Ridge Marathon first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A VP for Shentel/Glo Fiber says happy citizens are the goal, and announces the company’s new commitments for moving forward positively in the market after complaints about construction practices roll in across Roanoke County. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports: The post Glo Fiber promises to do better when installing broadband first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading