On this Memorial Day we thank veterans and their families for making the ultimate sacrifice. May is also Military Appreciation month, and a recent study rates Virginia as one of the best states for military retirees. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post Virginia ranked as 3rd best state for military retirees first appeared on…… Continue Reading
During National Travel and Tourism Week Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge officials traveled to Washington DC last week to build on the success of its 2023 spring marketing campaign in DC and northern Virginia. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: The post VBR looks to build on DC-NOVA travel momentum first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM &…… Continue Reading
The Restoring Greatness Capital Campaign is in its public phase. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the monies raised go to Melrose Plaza’s reinvention. Goodwill is hoping the community will get involved to help make a project to revitalize Northwest Roanoke a reality. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports they are halfway to their fundraising…… Continue Reading
Jefferson Center is hosting a special guest, who is spending three afternoons this week helping Music Lab students and others during an interactive songwriting workshop. Tonight they’ll show off what they’ve learned in a live performance At the Spot on Kirk, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: The post Three day student workshop wraps up…… Continue Reading
Mill Mountain Zoo is welcoming a new family member just in time for the holiday weekend. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno introduces us to Lady. Mill Mountain Zoo has added to its diverse array of species. The new addition is an 11-year-old, two-toed sloth named Lady. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more. The post Meet Lady,…… Continue Reading
Whether heading to the beach or spending time in your own backyard, one deadly aspect of summer will follow you, WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: The post VTC Assistant Professor warns to cover up ahead of Memorial Day first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
RICHMOND, Va. – Attorney General Jason Miyares today joined the Department of Justice and a bipartisan 30-state coalition in filing a lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ticketmaster LLC, for violating antitrust laws through a range of anticompetitive practices in an effort to control the live entertainment industry. “Live Nation…… Continue Reading
An organizer of an upcoming Pro-Palestinian benefit concert says the Roanoke community has rallied to help two families impacted by violence in Gaza. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. Proceeds from a Pro Palestinian benefit concert in Roanoke this weekend will go to families who have lost relatives during the war in Gaza. More from…… Continue Reading
Is it appropriate to serve on a commission and be on Roanoke City Council? Roanoke’s Vice Mayor is defending his appointment to the Gun Violence Prevention Commission, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports. The post Vice Mayor defends role on Gun Violence Prevention Commission first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The weekend right before Memorial Day wouldn’t be the same without Festival in the Park. The family friendly celebration of arts and crafts, live music, food vendors and more returns this Saturday and Sunday. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with the Festival’s long time executive director: The post Festival in the Park back for 55th…… Continue Reading