RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A federal appeals court Thursday upheld a ruling by a lower court that dismissed a lawsuit seeking to force members of the state’s Republican-controlled House of Delegates to face an unscheduled election this year. A three-judge panel of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said a three-judge U.S. District Court…… Continue Reading
Beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 25, 2022, lane closures will be in place in Downtown Vinton to allow crews to work on the D.R. Music building site. The northbound lane of S. Pollard St. will be closed between Jackson Ave. and Lee Ave. The eastbound lane of E. Lee Ave. will be closed…… Continue Reading
On Tuesday, July 19 at approximately 6:04PM, the Rocky Mount Police and Fire Departments, the Virginia State Police and Franklin County Public Safety units responded to the intersection of Old Franklin Turnpike (State Route 40) and Booker T. Washington Highway (State Route 122) for a report of a three vehicle collision, with injury, which had…… Continue Reading
On Tuesday, July 19 at approximately 6:04PM, the Rocky Mount Police and Fire Departments, the Virginia State Police and Franklin County Public Safety units responded to the intersection of Old Franklin Turnpike (State Route 40) and Booker T. Washington Highway (State Route 122) for a report of a three vehicle collision, with injury, which had…… Continue Reading
A few slots are still open for Monday’s “Foodiepreneur” event being held at the Vinton War Memorial. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details about the event: 7-22 Foodie WRAP1-WEB Click here to register for the event and learn more The post Foodiepreneur event meets Vinton War Memorial first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A few slots are still open for Monday’s “Foodiepreneur” event being held at the Vinton War Memorial. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details about the event: 7-22 Foodie WRAP1-WEB Click here to register for the event and learn more The post Foodiepreneur event meets at Vinton War Memorial first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Roanoke Police are investigating after a person was found dead in Belmont Park – formerly Jackson Park – this morning around 4:30. We will provide updates when they become available. The post Person found dead in Southeast Roanoke park first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Update: On July 22, 2022 at approximately 04:21 AM, the City of Roanoke E-911 Center advised Roanoke Police Officers of a suspicious situation at Belmont Park. Upon arrival, Officers found an unresponsive female with injuries. Roanoke Fire-EMS personnel pronounced the woman deceased on scene. The victim’s identity will be released after next-of-kin is properly…… Continue Reading
Work is now underway to remove — and eventually adopt — 4,000 beagles from a breeding facility that is closing down west of Richmond. It is due in large part to a series of state laws nicknamed “Beagle bills” that took effect just this month. Lawmakers say the intent is to effectively put an end…… Continue Reading
An easier way to reach mental health services 24/7/365 has been launched nationally and in Virginia – the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 7-22 988 Wrap#1 The post New three digit 988 dialing speeds access to mental health services first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading