A new community theatre is putting on mini shows about _____ as a fundraiser this weekend. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: [Click here for more information] The post Event to benefit new community theatre on Saturday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Elders can visit a health fair this Friday that offers resources for a variety of health needs, including their sweet tooth. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post LOA offers seniors resources in Elmwood Park on Friday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Sometime next year is the target for the RAM House day shelter – which assists the homeless and underserved – to make the big move from a former church it now leases on Campbell Avenue to its larger, donated and renovated home on Elm Avenue. An update from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post RAM House…… Continue Reading
Hollins University’s head of political science and former Reagan White House consultant spoke with WFIR about Former President Donald Trump’s recent conviction. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Hollins University professor talks Trump convictions first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
From Roanoke City Police Department: On June 2, 2024 at approximately 2:30 a.m., Roanoke Police were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Center of a person with a gunshot wound in the 3000 block of Williamson Road NW. Responding officers did not locate any victims on scene, but did locate property damage and evidence…… Continue Reading
Statement from Farmburguesa Management: Dear Valued Customers and Community Members, It is with a mixture of heartfelt gratitude and deep emotion that we announce the closing of our Grandin location. This decision comes after much consideration and reflection on the many memories and opportunities we have shared with you over the years. Since opening our…… Continue Reading
Beginning Saturday, June 1st, the National Invitational Putt-Putt Championship is taking place in Roanoke. WFIR’s Ian Price has more on its economic impact. The post “Short game” pros come to Roanoke for National Invitational first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The downtown Roanoke City Farmers Market is set host its a night market and craft show. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. The post Roanoke City farmers market to host night market and vendor show first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Its been a nationwide trend and now its arrived at another local financial institution: the end of no-strings-attached free checking accounts. Instead Freedom First will offer “perks” to those customers who may now have to pay a monthly fee. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: The post Freedom First ends no-minimum-balance free checking first…… Continue Reading
A Roanoke barbecue joint will be featured alongside other prime examples of ‘Southern Living’ in an upcoming magazine issue. WFIR’s Alex Torres has reports: The post Mama Jean’s BBQ to feature in ‘Southern Living’ magazine again first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading