He didn’t have much to say as a long tribute got underway but Valley Metro bus driver Charles Saunders was honored today for being on the job for 50 years. Its estimated that since he joined Roanoke’s transit company in 1973 that Saunders has given rides to more than 2 million passengers. A key to the…… Continue Reading
A local children’s theatre announces their lineup of productions for next season — Among them is a first for the organization. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: The post VCT announces new season; new issues on the horizon first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Despite the sour economic news roiling the stock and oil markets, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline had a calm week. Meanwhile, WFIR’s Ian Price reports that the global oil price plunged to a low not seen since August 2021. The post Prices much better in ’23 than last March at the…… Continue Reading
SALEM, Va. – March 17, 2023 – The Salem Red Sox today announced that the club has entered into an agreement to sell the team to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), an organization that owns and operates select Minor League clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB). The Salem Red Sox will remain in Salem, Virginia…… Continue Reading
The spring equinox is also celebrated as the Persian New Year. A multi-cultural celebration is happening this weekend. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on the Nowruz celebration. The post Nowruz celebrates the Persian New Year on Saturday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Now here’s Brent Stevens from Hollins University “At the Movies” … with what’s new at the historic Grandin Theatre: “Champions,” playing this weekend at the Grandin Theatre. The post At the Movies: “Champions” first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Botetourt County School district announced that due to widespread power outages, Buchanan Elementary, Eagle Rock Elementary, and James River High School will be closed today. These closures will not impact transportation shuttle runs from these schools. The post Power outages close three Botetourt County schools first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke’s Mayor voted previously to parole a man who was convicted of killing a Richmond police officer in 1979. In conjunction with online news source, The Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story: Mayor Parole Voicer 3-16 The post Records show Roanoke mayor voted in 2020 to parole a man who killed an officer…… Continue Reading
A new way for professional women locally to network – and to get involved in supporting local non-profits – launches with a series of “pitches” for donations this afternoon. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: The post Roanoke Professional Women for Good hear pitches for funding today first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Update: The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office says 16 year old Kacey Crimmins of Vinton, who was reported missing Tuesday has been found safe. Details about her disappearance are limited. Previous: The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Kacey Crimmins , age 16 of Vinton left her residence…… Continue Reading