Roanoke’s GO Fest will be Downtown this October, and organizers are proud to announce a new partnership that aims to connect more people with Roanoke’s outdoor spaces. Organizers say that this year’s festival will mix new attractions with old favorites. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 8-9 GOFest WRAP2-WEB The post First look at Roanoke’s…… Continue Reading
On August 9 at approximately 9:15 a.m., the City of Roanoke E-911 Center notified Roanoke Police of a possible bank robbery that had occurred in the 2800 block of Brambleton Avenue SW (Hometrust Bank). Responding Officers determined the suspect was no longer on scene, and immediately set up a perimeter in the area to look…… Continue Reading
The Wellness Rodeo returns to CHIP on 3rd Street Downtown, this afternoon. This month’s theme? Back to School. CHIP of the Roanoke Valley will be host to Queenpin Acupuncture’s Wellness Rodeo until four PM today. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with details: 8-9 CHIPRodeo WRAP1-WEB The post Wellness Rodeo returns to CHIP Roanoke today first appeared…… Continue Reading
The immediate closing of Joe Goodpies in Vinton came as a shock to patrons but an even bigger shock to the employees. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 8-9 Goodpies PM WRAP The post Joe Goodpies sudden closure leaves employees few options first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
More than six police cars have been spotted at the Home Trust Bank on Brambleton Road in Roanoke City. No further details to report. Check back for updates. The post Heavy police presence at Roanoke bank first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Governor Glenn Youngkin took to Twitter this morning and seemed to criticize the FBI and Justice Department for conducting a search at former President Donald Trump’s Mar-A-Lago estate. Youngkin said, “A stunning move by the DOJ and FBI. This same DOJ labeled parents in Loudoun County as terrorists and failed to enforce federal law to…… Continue Reading
Four local hospitals have received six sustainability awards from a subgroup of the American Hospital association. Hospital officials say this is part of Carilion’s commitment to the health and safety of the communities they serve. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with details: 8-8 CSustain WRAP1-WEB The post Four Carilion Clinics receive national recognition for sustainability first appeared…… Continue Reading
For the first time since 2019 the City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority is accepting applications for its “housing choice voucher program.” There’s only a 5-day window to sign up on line, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: 8-9 RRHA Wrap#1 See link to housing program application here The post Housing Authority seeks more landlords…… Continue Reading
On Sunday, August 7 at 3:34 a.m., Roanoke Fire-EMS was dispatched for reports of a motor vehicle accident and structure fire on the 3700 block of Peters Creek Rd. First arriving units found a commercial building fully involved with heavy smoke and flames. Due to the size of the fire, only a defensive fire attack…… Continue Reading
This Friday, visitors to Roanoke’s Downtown Market Square may notice something unusual – a yellow school bus. As students prepare to head back to classes, a local school supply drive returns for its fourth year. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 8-8 ParkIt PM WRAP1-WEB If you can’t make it to the event, you can drop…… Continue Reading