Its mission has changed slightly but now Friends of the Blue Ridge – they dropped “Parkway” from from the title – still has to raise money as a non-profit. Now the memory of a legendary traditional music giant will help Friends do that during a “Blue Ridge Jamboree.” WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: 9-29 Doc Wrap#2-WEB…… Continue Reading
If you’d like to donate to help those affected by Hurricane Ian we have links to several local organizations that are responding as well as links to some resources based in hard-hit areas. Gleaning for the World is based in our region. They are responding to those suffering from destruction, power losses, and those having…… Continue Reading
If you’d like to donate to help those affected by Hurricane Ian we have links to several local organizations that are responding as well as links to some resources based in hard-hit areas. Gleaning for the World is based in our region. They are responding to those suffering from destruction, power losses, and those having…… Continue Reading
If you’d like to donate to help those affected by Hurricane Ian we have links to several local organizations that are responding. Click HERE to donate to Gleaning for the World Click HERE to donate to God’s Pit Crew Image courtesy WDBJ7 The post Resources to help victims of Hurricane Ian first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
From the University of Mary Washington: The 2022 annual statewide survey from the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington focuses on current contests this fall, with one notable forecast. If Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) and U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine (D) face off in a possible 2024 U.S. Senate…… Continue Reading
When Republicans took control of the Virginia House of Delegates last year, several Democrats worried the state would roll back criminal justice reforms enacted after the 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. But for some prominent Roanoke Democrats, reversing those reforms may be a welcome change. In conjunction with the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s…… Continue Reading
(from State Police) ROANOKE, Va. – At the request of the United States Marshals Service (USMS) of the Western District of Virginia, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Salem Field Office is investigating a death that occurred during a felony traffic stop in Roanoke County. On Sept. 27 the USMS Capital Area Regional…… Continue Reading
The Botetourt Center at Greenfield formally welcomed another major manufacturer to its business park this morning, with a ribbon cutting for Munters, a worldwide company that produces air treatment and cooling systems. Munters relocated this facility from Buena Vista into a new 365,000 square foot building. Amy White with the Botetourt County Board of Supervisors…… Continue Reading
If you find yourself in downtown Roanoke keep your eyes peeled inside the businesses you visit – they could be taking part in the Golden Key Scavenger Hunt. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more on the event: 9-28 Key WRAP2-WEB Click here to learn more about the Golden Key Scavenger Hunt The post Downtown Roanoke scavenger…… Continue Reading
Check out the link below for information on Hurricane Ian’s impact in Florida, from the Department of Emergency Management. Hurricane Ian info The post The latest on Hurricane Ian’s impact in Florida first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading