Virginia Western: building’s dedication reflects college’s increased opport...
Leaders at Virginia Western Community College say yesterday's dedication of its newest building reflects Western's increased opportunities in higher education. The college named its new ...
New app for Virginia’s historical landmarks
A software solutions company with an office in Blacksburg has come up with a new iPhone app aimed at reviving Virginia's history. Timothy Martin has ...
Debate panel member: you never know how the questions you prepare will go o...
Candidates Terry McAuliffe and Ken Cuccinelli are preparing for tomorrow's final televised debate -- and so are the people who will ask the questions. Virginia ...
Nonprofit group grades area hospitals
A nonprofit organization that pushes patient safety has come out with grades for thousands of hospitals across the country. Timothy Martin has details. Hospital-Grades Voicer ...
McAuliffe maintains lead in latest Quinnipiac University Poll
Democrat Terry McAuliffe is maintaining a seven-point lead in a poll of the Virginia Governor's race out this morning from Quinnipiac University. Assistant Poll Director ...
Get rid of those unwanted prescription drugs without sending them into land...
If you have expired or unwanted prescription drugs around your home, you can safely get rid of them this weekend without sending them into landfills ...
328 drivers cited for texting in Virginia since July 1st
More than 300 motorists have been cited for texting while driving in Virginia since a new law went into effect July 1.The law makes texting ...
Completion of 11/460 widening through Glenvar delayed until spring
The project to widen US 11/460 west of Salem was supposed to be completed this fall, but VDOT says the work will now run into ...
Laura Bush fund-raiser for the Taubman is sold out; part of museum’s new fu...
One year after admission became free at the Taubman Museum of Art, the number of members is down and the visitor numbers are about steady. ...
Fire safety tips for cold nights
The cold weather has fire crews pushing safety. WFIR's Timothy Martin explains. Cold-Fire Wrap 2-WEB ...
Martinsville: we promote fall race the same as spring, but there’s lots mor...
Martinsville Speedway is set to become the center of NASCAR attention for the coming week, and the track has no shortage of help in promoting ...
UVA offers free college course on Kennedy legacy
As we approach the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President Kennedy, the University of Virginia is offering an on-line course called "The Kennedy Half ...
Roanoke County School Board Chairman: “dire circumstances” without more sta...
Virginia's House Republican leaders will outline their public education agenda later today -- their goals for the next legislative session. As they do, Roanoke County's ...
Red Ribbon Week: students pledge to stay drug-free
Many local schools are participating in Red Ribbon Week this week. Students will wear red ribbons to show their support to raise awareness about the ...
A really big gift: tractor-trailer donated to Salem-based food bank
Feeding America Southwest Virginia received its largest individual donation ever. Blacksburg's Linda Smith donated a brand new Kenworth truck and 53-foot refrigerated utility trailer to ...
Planners seek opinions on walking and mass transit
Regional planners want to hear from Roanoke-area residents about how they get where they're going. The Roanoke Valley Area Metropolitan Planning Organization has put out ...
Elmwood Park set to reopen after $7 million renovation
Roanoke's renovated and remodeled Elmwood Park officially reopens tomorrow with a ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Along with a new amphitheater, it features illuminated fountains, clearly-marked ...
Roanoke Police hold Crime Prevention Day Saturday, and you’re invited
Roanoke Police are holding their annual Crime Prevention Day tomorrow at the police station in downtown Roanoke. Police say the day was started to help ...
Blue Ridge Parkway visitor numbers down this month, full shutdown impact no...
October is historically one of the busiest months for Blue Ridge Parkway, but parkway officials says attendance numbers are down so far this month. They ...
GO FEST returns to Roanoke
Roanoke's "Go Outside Festival" returns to the valley this weekend. GO FEST features hands-on experiences with equipment like paddleboards, kayaks and bicycles, workshops, concerts and ...
