The City of Roanoke has rolled out The Empathy Project, a collaboration between the Youth and Gang Violence Prevention team, several local artists and the Berglund Center. Stories and art connected to those who have lost loved ones to gun violence will be posted on the Empathy Project Facebook page; in partnership with the Berglund…… Continue Reading
Roanoke area delegate Sam Rasoul posted this message today, along with the GoFundMe links for the three UVA football players fatally shot on Sunday night: “Three families faced an immensely tragic loss this week. These three students were taken far too soon.” If you would like to contribute, here are the GoFundMe campaigns for the…… Continue Reading
It looks like Sheetz is all set to close its location across from the Roanoke Civic Center this week — as it prepares open its new one at Orange Avenue and King Street. A Facebook post shows a photo at the Williamson Road location stating tomorrow is its last day of operation. In its own…… Continue Reading
Dickens of a Christmas is back in downtown Roanoke for a 40th year, on the first three Friday nights in December, with a Christmas tree lighting, the parade and pet costume contest all back as well. Also returning is the “Elf on a Shelf” Adventure – find all 16 scout elves “hiding” at downtown retail…… Continue Reading
A nationwide settlement between 43 states and Walmart will provide more than $60 million toward state efforts to battle the impacts of opioid and fentanyl addiction. The states alleged that Walmart contributed to the national opioid crisis by improperly managing the the drugs’ distribution at their stores. The settlement totals $3.1 billion in all, and…… Continue Reading
A nationwide settlement between 43 states and Walmart will provide more than $60 million toward state efforts to battle the impacts of opioid and fentanyl addiction. The states alleged that Walmart contributed to the national opioid crisis by improperly managing the the drugs’ distribution at their stores. The settlement totals $3.1 billion in all, and…… 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. 11-16 Culture Calendar The post Attic Productions announces new season; Morgan Wade at Jeff Center first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Virginia athletics department announced today (Nov. 16) the Cavaliers’ home football game vs. Coastal Carolina scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19 has been canceled. The decision was made following the shooting of five students on Grounds Sunday night. The incident resulted in the deaths of three members of the UVA team –…… Continue Reading
A local non-profit aimed at addressing food insecurity has cut the ribbon on its newest hunger-busting strategy. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: 11-15 Feeding WRAP2-WEB Click here to volunteer at the pantry The post New client-choice food pantry opens in NW Roanoke first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A local realtor, active in Roanoke’s theatre community, has a surprising claim to fame. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: 11-13 Housing WRAP1-WEB The post Local realtor’s Facebook group turns into book deal first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading