Va Congressman voices support for ‘Fire Fauci Act’

Va Congressman voices support for ‘Fire Fauci Act’

A Republican Congressman from our area is co-sponsoring legislation that calls for the firing of America’s top infectious disease expert, Dr Anthony Fauci. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. 6-17 Good Fauci Wrap-WEB The post Va Congressman voices support for ‘Fire Fauci Act’ first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.Continue Reading

Attracting more remote workers to Roanoke region – a how to

Attracting more remote workers to Roanoke region – a how to

A “Get2 Know Noke” event centered around attracting remote workers to the Roanoke region – and providing them with the support system needed – featured a consultant who has been there and done that. More on yesterday’s GO Virginia-funded webinar from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 6-17 Remote Wrap#2 The post Attracting more remote workers to Roanoke…Continue Reading

Kaine renews effort to limit any president’s Mideast war powers

Kaine renews effort to limit any president’s Mideast war powers

U.S. Senator Tim Kaine hopes a Democratic Congress and Democratic president provide the means to end presidential war powers he has sought to repeal for years. Kaine has sought these limits under presidents of both parties, and his latest effort to curb that unilateral authority has the support of several Republicans. Presidents have used authorization…Continue Reading

In depth: Why are used car prices so much higher right now?

In depth: Why are used car prices so much higher right now?

If you are thinking of buying a used car right now, you would find yourself doing so amid the most unusual of circumstances. Average used car prices have risen a lot in the last 12 months, and a leading national analyst doesn’t see any immediate letup. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more as he reports in…Continue Reading

Suspect breaks into Bedford County food trucks, takes off on scooter

Suspect breaks into Bedford County food trucks, takes off on scooter

NEWS RELEASE: The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in the break-ins, larceny and property damage of several food trucks at the Backyard located on Rt.221 at Burn Bridge Road. The incident took place at approximately 4:30AM on 6/15/21. At the time of the incident the suspect was wearing…Continue Reading

Suspect nabbed after Bedford County food truck break ins

Suspect nabbed after Bedford County food truck break ins

(update 6/17 5pm) The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office arrested Tyler Hayes Martin, age 21 of Forest, Virginia in the recent burglaries of the food trucks located at the Backyard in Forest, Virginia. Martin was charged with 3 counts of burglary, 1 count of property damage, and one count of petit larceny. Martin was transported to…Continue Reading

AAA: Be prepared for car rental shortages and sticker shock

AAA: Be prepared for car rental shortages and sticker shock

If your summer travel plans call for renting a car, be prepared for sticker shock – if you can find an available vehicle. Rental companies sold off some of their fleets last year when few people were traveling, so now, with resurgent demand, there are often not enough vehicles to go around, and even when…Continue Reading

Catching up with ex-Salem Red Sox farmhands

Catching up with ex-Salem Red Sox farmhands

Salem Red Sox infielder Mookie Betts – now a major league star outfielder hits a solo home run to give the Los Dodgers a 4-3 lead  last night. And in Boston ex Salem Eed Sox players did their part last night in a Boston Red Sox 10-8 win over the Atlanta Braves: WPLY-MIN The post…Continue Reading