(from ApCo) Situation Approximately 36,000 customers remain without electric service after damaging winds and bitterly cold temperatures caused power outages yesterday across Appalachian Power’s service area. Hundreds of workers from several states will arrive later today and tomorrow to join the more than 1,000-line mechanics, servicers and assessors already dedicated to the restoration effort. In addition…… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke County) Today’s weather event has left many homes across Roanoke County, primarily in the southwest section, without power. Roanoke County will open a WARMING SHELTER on Saturday at South County Library, from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The entrance is on the side of the building. The library itself is closed due to…… Continue Reading
On Christmas Day, the Rescue Mission will prepare to serve hundreds of individuals and families a full Christmas feast (from 11am-1pm). This meal will include ham, sides, dessert and more. This annual tradition at the Rescue Mission has been going on for years, serving thousands of families since it’s beginning, and changing lives into the…… Continue Reading
A Washington Commander who has spent three seasons primarily on the practice squad was emotional when he learned that instead of being cut, he’s been elected to the Pro Bowl as a starter. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 12-23 Reaves Pro Bowl WRAP The post Special Teams player brought to tears over Pro Bowl selection…… Continue Reading
If a four-legged friend shows up under your Christmas tree, be prepared to exhibit plenty of patience in the weeks to follow. Angels of Assisi is a Roanoke animal rescue and adoption center where Executive Director Lisa O’Neil says her advice to any new dog owner on Christmas applies no matter where your new pooch…… Continue Reading
Roanoke’s old Fire Station No. 6 is a crumbling foursquare in Southeast. A boxing club that’s been there since 2016 has been unable to renew its lease amidst confusion. In conjunction with online news source, the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story: Champs Boxing WRAP 12-23 The post Roanoke boxing club at risk…… Continue Reading
A five-year economic development strategic plan created with the help of outside consultants is designed to encapsulate “goals and ambitions” for the City of Roanoke. It was approved this past Monday by City Council, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: 12-23 City Plan Wrap#2 The post Roanoke adopts economic development strategic plan first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
If passed this week, a local professor says the omnibus spending bill could be a game changer for people who receive Medicare. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 12-22 Mental Health WRAP-WEB The post Federal spending bill could include first Medicare update since 1989 first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
More than 100 beagles removed from that breeding facility this year west of Richmond all appear to be doing well in their new Roanoke-area homes — and lives that are much different from five months ago. You may remember that the Envigo facility in Cumberland County closed down amid allegations of multiple violations of animal…… Continue Reading
RICHMOND, VA- Dr. Charlie Broaddus, State Veterinarian with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), has issued a permit to Nicolas “Santa” Claus, of the North Pole, to bring his herd of “eight tiny reindeer” and one additional rare, red-nosed reindeer into Virginia…… Continue Reading