(from Henry County Sheriff’s Office) On May 25 at 7:00 pm, deputies from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office went to 244 Grassy Creek Rd., Martinsville, VA, in an attempt to arrest Ronald Gene Edwards Jr. (pictured) Mr. Edwards was wanted on felony drug indictments. When deputies approached the residence, Edwards retreated into the home. Deputies…… Continue Reading
Now here’s Brent Stevens from Hollins University “At the Movies” … with what’s new at the historic Grandin Theatre: the long-awaited sequel, “Top Gun-Maverick.” ATM 5-26-WEB The post At the Movies: Top Gun Maverick first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A free tax clinic has helped area residents receive tens of thousands of dollars in back tax returns. WFIR’s Camden Lazenby has more. The post Total Action for Progress holding free back tax clinic first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Following the fatal school shooting in Texas ,Roanoke City’s Sheriff wants more resource officers stationed at schools across the district. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. 5-26 Hash SRO Wrap-WEB The post Roanoke City Sheriff discusses need for more school resource officers first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Salem is set to host the NCAA women’s lacrosse championships for two divisions next year, but this weekend it’s already hosting a national championship for one. WFIR’s Camden Lazenby has more. The post NCAA women’s lacrosse championship in Salem this weekend first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A university from inside the commonwealth has the best record in NCAA DIII softball–and its quest for a national championship swings into Salem this morning. WFIR’S Camden Lazenby has more. The post Salem hosts NCAA DIII softball championship first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Two years after the pandemic shut down the country, the area health districts have logged a grizzly milestone. WFIR’s Camden Lazenby has more. The post Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts record 1000 COVID-19 related deaths first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
A virus that creates liver inflammation has already infected 50 more people this year than it normally does in an entire year in this area. WFIR’s Camden Lazenby has more. The post RCAHD offers hepatitis A vaccines to taqueria diners first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is looking for help in locating a stolen 2005 Ford F-150, VA plate 1513XJ, along with a black 18 foot Proline/Nexhaul Trailer, VA plate 55171TM (similar to pic). It was taken from the 200 block of Bowles Street in the Stewartsville area early this morning. The truck should have a sticker…… Continue Reading
Federal feeding programs only provide two meals a day, but during its summer camp sessions Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia serves 3 to 4 meals to all day campers at multiple sites. CEO Michelle Davis says inflated food prices these days has only made things worse. Those summer campers often come from disadvantaged…… Continue Reading