It may be the 3rd quarter before an inflation rate that hasn’t been this high since the Reagan Administration and gas shortages of that era comes down considerably says an economist from Roanoke College. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 1-17 Kassens Wrap#2 The post Current inflation rate is principally a supply chain issue says…… Continue Reading
The inaugural ceremonies are over, and now the governing begins — with Republicans holding the three statewide public offices for the first time in eight years. The question now is how they will govern. Our political analyst does not expect heavy attention to many highly-charged political issues — with some major exceptions — as WFIR’s…… Continue Reading
The Coves Amphitheater at Smith Mountain Lake is proud to return for a second season in 2022. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has this report 1-17 cove wrap 1-WEB CLICK HERE for more information The post The Coves Amphitheater starts their 2nd season first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From Virginia Department of Transportation: SALEM – Equipment operators and contractors with the Virginia Department of Transportation continued to plow and treat interstate and primary roads overnight. Last night, additional snow fell in many areas covering roads again. Crews and contractors are still working to plow and treat roads in 12-hour shifts around the clock.…… Continue Reading
The snow falling now is expected to changeover to other forms of a wintry mix that could impact power lines. A local county spokesperson has a reminder if your home goes off the gird. An update from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 1-16 Web Update The post Update: snow will change to freezing rain and sleet –…… Continue Reading
This is a Winter Weather Update from the WFIR’s Ian Price: Cassett-AM Update-1-16-21-WEB The post Snow covered roads with ice possible for our region first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From Appalachian Power: Appalachian Power Storm Preparedness Update Saturday, January 15, 2022 – 4:45 p.m. Situation Appalachian Power is bringing in nearly 250 workers from outside its service area as part of its preparations for a severe weather event expected across much of its service territory Sunday. The widespread weather system is forecast to include…… Continue Reading
From Governor Glen Youngkin’s Office: RICHMOND— Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed nine Executive Orders and two Executive Directives at the Virginia State Capitol, acting on several of his Day One promises to Virginians. The actions include an executive order ending the use of inherently divisive concepts – including Critical Race Theory – in public education,…… Continue Reading
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM ESTMONDAY… * WHAT…Heavy snow expected, mixed with sleet at times. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE…Portions of south central, southwest and west central Virginia, north central and northwest…… Continue Reading
Governor Ralph Northam announced a grant award in the amount of over $300 – Thousand dollars for site development improvements at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield located in Daleville.. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more: 1-14 bo grant wrap 1-WEB The post Grant for Botetourt County first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading