A bridge in Salem is getting a new name in memory of a fallen U.S. Navy crewman and Roanoke College graduate who died after a tragic helicopter crash in 2021. WFIR’s Alex Torres has details: The post Salem bridge renamed to honor fallen Naval Air Crewman first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
TSA officers discover a .380 caliber gun loaded with six bullets in his carry-on bag during an x-ray screening; this not only prevented the man from entering the aircraft but also has him facing a “stiff civil penalty” that can see him paying $15,000 and losing TSA Pre-Check privileges. Wednesday’s gun catch was the fourth…… Continue Reading
A man is dead after a 2016 Jeep he was driving allegedly ran off the right side of the road and struck a tree, ejecting him from the vehicle. Police say 45-year-old Adam Clint Terrell, of Goodview died at the scene Sunday evening on Rocky Ford Road – 2/10ths of a mile east of Thaxton…… Continue Reading
The Jefferson Center has released its schedule for the 2024/25 season. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports it’s no surprise the schedule is made up of an eclectic list of performances. Jefferson Center has announced its 2024/25 season. The schedule has something for everyone and some new features as well. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has…… Continue Reading
A piece of Virginia History from here in Roanoke has just been honored and recognized – a story dating back 117 years. WFIR’s Deric Allen has more: The post Groundbreaking former medical clinic honored with marker first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The City of Salem is unveiling its renovation of the Moyer Sports Complex on Monday. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the changes will help Salem excel in the competitive field of sports marketing. The City of Salem’s multi-million dollar renovation of Moyer Sports Complex will be open to the public Monday morning. As WFIR’s…… Continue Reading
A local health expert says for this fourth of july “leave fireworks to the professionals.” WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Local health expert says ‘leave fireworks to the professionals’ first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and in the near future. Sponsored by the Roanoke Cultural Endowment. The post Overnight Sensations is back; a Crooked Road 20th anniversary event first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Pool party pooches, the Cowboy circus, the small world of agriculture – and all those rides. The Salem Fair is back for a 36th time starting this afternoon, and WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: The post Salem Fair opens today first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Miss Virginia activities are taking place at the Berglund Center culminating in the crowning of the new Miss Virginia tomorrow night. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the reigning Miss America is visiting Roanoke for the event. A new Miss Virginia will be crowned tomorrow night at the Berglund Center. The reigning Miss Virginia stopped…… Continue Reading