Commonwealth Clash: Cavaliers face Hokies tonight once again
After dropping the first of two games in this season's "Commonwealth Clash," the Virginia Tech men's basketball team will seek revenge tonight. More from WFIR's ...
CCS exec. also hoping for more affordable housing in Roanoke City
The latest allocation from the Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grant for 12 million dollars includes funds for a Roanoke-based non-profit that works with ...
Public input needed to name new career and technical school
Roanoke County Public Schools is planning a new career and technical education center. The new school needs a name and that's where you come in, ...
Fatal shooting from early Saturday morning I’d.
(update) The victim of this incident has been identified as Uhura U. Willis, 27 of Roanoke. (from Roanoke PD) On February 17, 2024 at approximately ...
Developer hits pause button on Campbell Court development
Developer Lucas Thornton has hit the pause button on a planned office building tower at the former Valley Metro Campbell Court bus station, due to ...
NPS proposes camping fee increases
The National Park Service is asking for public input on changes to its camping fee structure. As WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno reports the last time ...
Minimum wage increase could be “devastating” for Roanoke-area
Does raising the minimum wage work for Virginia? WFIR's Ian Price has more ...
Suites by TLOT! offers shelter for the homeless – motel style
They're calling it Suites by T-lot! Short-term affordable housing for those needing shelter. The grand opening at the former Apple Valley Motel on Franklin Road ...
Congressman says utility rate hikes don’t work for his district
A Congressman representing Southwest Virginia says utility rate increases that are more feasible in large urban areas don’t work for his district. WFIR’s Ian Price ...
Rail Yard Dawgs head coach Dan Bremner: an extended conversation
The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs are home for two games again this weekend after two at the Berglund last weekend - including an overtime loss ...
Virginia Tech women’s advocacy group expands to Roanoke campus
Women at Virginia Tech are grouping up for advocacy, and they're working to expand their initiative, WFIR's Alex Torres has details: ...
Greater Roanoke Home & Garden Show returns to Berglund Center
The Berglund Center is hosting the Greater Roanoke Home and Garden Show this weekend, WFIR's Alex Torres has details: ...
Dress for success; support Boys and Girls Clubs at same time
Between now and March 3 if you feel like a shopping spree for clothing or home fashions is in order, it can also be for ...
Locally-produced film premiere at Grandin, artist-in-residence exhibition
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar - With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and ...
Brambleton Recreation Center art studio reopens with Artful Afternoon
An artful afternoon is bringing crafts to artists at Brambleton Recreation Center next Wednesday, WFIR's Alex Torres has more: ...
Study: Virginia NOT only for lovers
If you’re single, there are a lot worse states you could be seeking love in this Valentine’s Day. WFIR’s Ian Price has more ...
Kirk Family YMCA is bringing triathlon indoors
The Kirk Family YMCA is offering a unique opportunity to compete through their indoor triathlon, WFIR's Alex Torres has details: ...
Bill to form medicine price authority reaches General Assembly this week
Over 100 medical professionals all across the commonwealth are pushing for lawmakers to form a committee that would lower the cost of prescription medication, WFIR's ...
Hope of Escape film a personal journey for its creator
A new feature length film written, directed and co-produced by a Hollins University associate professor of film has its Virginia premiere at the Grandin Theatre ...
Roanoke City planning commission meets to discuss Evans Spring
The Roanoke City planning commission will hear public comments on the draft Evans Spring master plan at 1:30 this afternoon. City officials say there is ...
