ROANOKE, VA. – The Rail Yard Dawgs (6-2) outlasted the Birmingham Bulls (5-4) for a 5-4 overtime win in Game Three at Berglund Center. Dominiks Marcinkevics netted the game-winning goal in overtime, with other scores by John Stampohar, Nick Ford, CJ Stubbs, and Nick DeVito for Roanoke. The first period was a tug of war,…… Continue Reading
A signing ceremony at Virginia Western Community College today when the two-year school signed an articulation agreement with Radford University – allowing biotechnology students at Virginia Western to be guaranteed admission at Radford. Virginia Western will develop an Associates degree program in biotechnology that aligns with requirements at Radford University. Its all part of the efforts…… Continue Reading
The Railyard Dawgs are home for game three of the President’s Cup Final against the Birmingham Bulls. The Dawgs pulled out a 4-2 win against the Bulls on the road last Thursday, but lost game 2 on Friday. The post Dawgs could win title with two game sweep at home first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
It’s your last week for a while to get Mama Jean’s, but the owner says they’re hoping to be back soon in a new location. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details on the future home of Mama Jean’s Barbecue: Statement From the Operators of Mama Jean’s BBQ: This is our last week at 2545 Sanford Avenue…… Continue Reading
Four days out from the Strawberry Festival, one organizer talks the prep work still ahead. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Click here to buy your shortcakes in advance The post Final preparations underway for 43rd annual Strawberry Festival first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A good start for the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs last night, as they go up 1 game to nothing in the best of 5 SPHL Presidents Cup Finals. One of the four Dawgs goal scorers last night – Stephen Alvo – will be suspended for game 2 tonight due to his actions during the game.…… Continue Reading
Kennedy Park in northwest Roanoke on 19th Street is now Estelle H. McCadden Park, renamed for the late community activist who championed for positive change in her Melrose-Rugby Neighborhood. All four of Estelle McCadden’s children were on hand along with many other relatives and friends for the renaming ceremony; McCadden Park will also be part…… Continue Reading
If you’re one of the many Virginians hitting the road this Summer, experts at AAA warn you to plan ahead. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details on this year’s busy travel season: The post AAA reports summer travel is already heating up first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
AARP Virginia is hosting its annual Scam Jam to educate people about online scams tomorrow. WFIR’s Ian Price has more about the online event. Click HERE to learn more about the Scam Jam The post AARP’s Scam Jam looks to help you be aware first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Artists are opening their doors to the public for Open Studios Roanoke 2023 this weekend . WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno gives us a tour. Check out tour map here The post Open Studios Roanoke is back this weekend first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading