Its called the PACT Act for short – an expansion of health care and benefits for military veterans who believe they were exposed to toxic chemicals from those “burn pits” that are not longer used to dispose of waste. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 12-8 Burn Pit Wrap #1-WEB The post VA: new law…… Continue Reading
WASHINGTON (AP) — Russia freed WNBA star Brittney Griner on Thursday in a dramatic high-level prisoner exchange, with the U.S. releasing notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, American officials said. The swap, at a time of heightened tensions over Ukraine, achieved a top goal for President Joe Biden, but carried a heavy price — and…… Continue Reading
Vinton-based The Advancement Foundation held a VIP open house for its “Virginia Innovation Accelerator” in downtown Buena Vista yesterday. The 40,000 square foot former cigarette paper manufacturing plant is now home to a handful of small companies looking to “scale up,” at the Accelerator. The Virginia Innovation Accelerator could be a prototype for similar shared-space…… Continue Reading
A local organization supporting the area’s refugee population has had smashing success with its virtual angel tree. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: 12-06 AngelTree WRAP1-WEB The post Local response meets angel tree goal early first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke County leaders say strong, and responsible financial stability will lead to achievements in the future. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story: 12-7 State of County Wrap-WEB The post Roanoke County leaders discuss priorities during State of the County Address first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke County leaders say strong, and responsible financial stability will lead to achievements in the future. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story: 12-7 State of County Wrap-WEB The post Roanoke County leaders discuss priorities during State of the County first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Do Virginians believe “having a strong economy” or “having a functioning Democracy” is a bigger concern? A Roanoke College phone survey asked the question, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports. 12-7 Importan Issue WRAP From Roanoke College — The Institute for Policy and Opinion Research (IPOR) at Roanoke College interviewed 652 adult residents of Virginia between November…… Continue Reading
The Institute for Policy and Opinion Research (IPOR) at Roanoke College interviewed 652 adult residents of Virginia between November 13 and November 22 in a survey addressing topics such as the midterm elections, political anxiety, abortion, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s national spotlight, and general feelings about current and former elected officials. The survey has a…… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission – roanokearts.org. With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. 12-7 Culture Calendar The post The Nutcracker, Christmas Belles and more this weekend first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading
One expert says that a recent proposal could mean more businesses in the Valley — if it’s approved by the General Assembly. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: 12-06 SitePrep WRAP2-WEB The post Governor Youngkin’s proposal could mean big things for area business first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading