Congressman Morgan Griffith says the United States needs to help in a big way if sanctions against Russia are to succeed. Griffith says sanctions that include a cutoff of all natural gas to Europe from Russia would cause deep economic harm to that country — but it will only succeed, he says, if countries like…… Continue Reading
Ahead of President Biden’s State of the Union address on Tuesday, Virginia’s Governor is offering the countries leader some advice. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: 2-24 Youngkin-Biden WRAP-WEB The post VA Gov offers President Biden advice ahead of State of the Union first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following statement: “For more than 70 years, we have avoided large-scale war in Europe. With his illegal invasion of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has tragically brought decades of general peace to an end. Now the U.S. and our NATO allies must stand…… Continue Reading
From Govenor Youngkin’s Twitter: Putin’s invasion of Ukraine is an assault on a sovereign nation and will have devastating consequences for Ukrainian citizens. This senseless, unprovoked attack undermines democracy worldwide and we must hold Russia accountable. And we pray for the Ukrainian people and for peace. The post Governor Youngkin reacts to Russian attack on…… Continue Reading
Roanoke police, not the councilman they were investigating, accidentally destroyed computer records belonging to Robert Jeffrey Jr. during an embezzlement probe. In conjunction with online news source, the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story: Councilman Data Erased WRAP 2-24-WEB The post Report: Roanoke police destroyed Jeffrey’s records during investigation process first appeared on…… Continue Reading
Roanoke police, not the councilman they were investigating, accidentally destroyed computer records belonging to Robert Jeffrey Jr. during an embezzlement probe. In conjunction with online news source, the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story: Councilman Data Erased WRAP 2-24-WEB The post RPD destroyed city councilman’s records during investigation first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
A new show called “The Cake”, is opening at Mill Mountain Theatre in downtown Roanoke, today. It is a comedic play based on a true story – regarding a wedding cake. WFIR’s Caroline Moore has the story: 2-24 The Cake MMT wrap #1-WEB The post The Cake at Mill Mountain Theatre is all about acceptance…… Continue Reading
A new show called “The Cake”, is opening at Mill Mountain Theatre in downtown Roanoke, today. It is a comedic play based on a true story – regarding a wedding cake. WFIR’s Caroline Moore has the story: 2-24 The Cake MMT wrap #1-WEB Click here to visit Mill Mountain Theatre website The post New Mill…… Continue Reading
The Upper Craig Creek Volunteer Fire Department has a new water heater and water treatment system for their station house – courtesy of Southern Trust Home Services. Owner Ted Puzio says a Southern Trust employee who also volunteers for the fire department suggested the water system makeover that was worth 3000 dollars or more. Puzio…… Continue Reading
One of the people running in the June 21st Democratic primary for Roanoke City council has taken a special interest in improving Roanoke’s economy and job market. WFIR’s Caroline Moore has the story. 2-23 Volosin Running wrap #2-WEB The post Council candidate Volosin says he wants to reinvigorate Roanoke first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading