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
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
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
(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
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
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 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
A year after committing to a new policy, the U.S. Attorney of Virginia’s Western District looks at its impact. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: The post A year in review with U.S. Attorney Kavanaugh first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Vacationers are enroute to Smith Mountain Lake. The Memorial Day weekend means the busy season is here. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports that means crowded waters. The post Safety on the water at SML this summer first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Some reports that the two sides are getting closer on a deal that would raise the debt ceiling in return for spending cuts. 6th District Republican Ben Cline was live with WFIR this morning, when he also touched on several bills designed to combat the Fentanyl crisis. The post Congressman Ben Cline live on the…… Continue Reading