As Hollins University expands its partnerships providing teachers with necessary classes at no cost, Lorraine Lange – the Director of a number of Hollins’ Graduate education programs – talks about the project’s inception. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: 9-7 Hollins WRAP1-WEB The post Hollins University’s new partnership combats teacher shortage first…… Continue Reading
The annual 9/11 Memorial stair climb will take place this weekend, and one Captain with Roanoke Fire and EMS says that the event combines a challenging physical feat with a symbolic message. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 9-7 Stairs WRAP1-WEB Click here to register for the event The post 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb returns this…… Continue Reading
After three different pedestrians were hit by cars — in different areas of our region — over the weekend have authorities giving tips to keep drivers and pedestrians safe. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 9-7 Pedestrian Safety WRAP-WEB The post Safety urged after three different pedestrian accidents first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
On Sunday, September 4, Roanoke Fire-EMS crews were dispatched to the 3500 block of Shenandoah Ave NW for reports of a fire shortly after midnight. Arriving units found smoke and flames showing from a residential structure. The fire was extinguished by responding personnel, and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire was determined…… Continue Reading
Our media partner WDBJ-7 is launching a new hour-long daytime show next Monday, September 12 at 3pm, “Here @ Home.” WDBJ-7 news anchor Kate Capadonno will host along with Natalie Faunce – the former longtime co-host for “Day Time Blue Ridge.” The third co-anchor is Channel 7 meteorologist Catherine Maxwell. Kate Capadonno and Natalie Faunce…… Continue Reading
Reports of a grand theft auto at a local Auto Zone. A listener tells WFIR News that while she was at the AutoZone at Orange Avenue and 10th Street in Roanoke today a woman’s car was stolen while an employee was checking the battery. We’ll have more details as they become available. The post Women’s…… Continue Reading
Reports of a grand theft auto at a local Advance Auto Parts. A listener tells WFIR News that while she was at the Advance Auto Parts at Orange Avenue and 10th Street in Roanoke today a woman’s car was stolen while an employee was checking the battery. We’ll have more details as they become available.…… Continue Reading
September is “Suicide Prevention Month” and several local organizations will honor that designation with several free training sessions – how to spot the warning signs that someone may take their life. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 9-7 Suicide Wrap#1 Click here for more on free training sessions The post September is Suicide Prevention Month;…… Continue Reading
Roanoke’s first taco festival will double as the first major fundraiser for a local organization that benefits Roanoke’s mothers. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 9-6 TacoFest WRAP2-WEB Click here to save on tickets to Taco Fest The post Roanoke’s first taco festival this weekend: proceeds to support moms first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading
In the wake of a study that found a rise in predatory lending during the COVID-19 pandemic, the BBB tells consumers to look at all of their options before taking out a payday loan. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: 9-6 BBB WRAP2-WEB The post BBB warns consumers to stay away from predatory loans first appeared…… Continue Reading