Earlier this week we spoke with Republican nominee for Attorney General Jason Miyares, and this morning we spoke live via phone with the man who will be at the top of the Republican statewide ticket this fall, GOP Governor Nominee Glenn Youngkin about the issues he will run on. 05-21 Youngkin Interview-WEB The post Interview:…… Continue Reading
A shortage of semi-conductor “chips” in recent months has idled auto manufacturing plants – and the supply chain now goes through China in many cases. US Senator Mark Warner wants to do something about that, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: 5-21 Warner-Chips Wrap#2 The post Could a new “chips” plant find its way to…… Continue Reading
While a cease fire has ended 11 days of fighting between Israeli and Hamas forces, an area history professor says complex factors could make lasting peace difficult to achieve. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story 5-21 Mid East Future Wrap-WEB The post RC History Professor: complex factors to influence future Israeli Palestinian peace talks first…… Continue Reading
Tomorrow is the Hustle for The Homeless 5k in person or virtual race to help those in need… WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more. 5-21 H race WRAP 2-WEB CLICK HERE to pre-register The post 4th annual Hustle for The Homeless 5k run tomorrow. first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke PD) On May 20 at approximately 5:40 a.m., Roanoke Police were notified of a person with a gunshot wound who had arrived via personal transport to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Officers responded to the hospital to speak with the adult male victim who was being treated for what appeared to be non-life threatening…… Continue Reading
With the lifting of restrictions-Salem Parks and Rec is looking forward to a strong summer of events …. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has this report. 5-20 SPR WRAP 1-WEB CLICK HERE for a link to the Salem Parks and Rec Facebook page. The post Salem Parks and Rec is looking forward to summer! first appeared on…… Continue Reading
The Boston Bruins have a 2-1 1st round series lead after an overtime win over the Washington Capitals last night. And the Carolina Hurricanes are up 2-0 against Nashville: WPLY-MIN The post Caps, ‘Canes NHL playoff update first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Munters Group broke ground on their new home in Botetourt County this morning at Greenfield. It will replace the current home for the air treatment and climate solutions manufacturer in Buena Vista. About 200 current Munters employees are expected to work at the new 365,000 square foot building when it is completed. The project could…… Continue Reading
Virginia Western Community College was announced as a finalist in the 2021 Community College Innovation Challenge….WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has this report 5-20 WVCC WRAP 1-WEB The post The 2021 Community College Innovation Challenge just announced one area school as a finalist first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Parts of Northwest Roanoke City have been labeled as a “food desert” but now there’s a new option for fresh meats, produce, spices and other items – with a Middle Eastern flair. Roanoke Grocery Market in the 3800 block of Melrose Avenue cut the ribbon today. Roanoke City Council member Stephanie Moon-Reynolds gave the city’s…… Continue Reading