Local researchers join the fight against deadly brain cancer

Local researchers join the fight against deadly brain cancer
Researchers at Virginia Tech are joining a multi-institutional team to tackle a lethal childhood brain cancer. WFIR's Emma Thomas has more: ...
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Sen. Kaine pushing bipartisan bill targeting Fentanyl trafficking

Sen. Kaine pushing bipartisan bill targeting Fentanyl trafficking
One of Virginia's U.S. Senators took to Fox News to discuss his new bipartisan legislation aimed at tackling a rising problem in the Commonwealth. WFIR's ...
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Guide to outdoor dining, drinks in downtown Roanoke launches

Guide to outdoor dining, drinks in downtown Roanoke launches
If you are looking to eat or drink outside, all the spots in Downtown Roanoke to do so have been collected into one place as ...
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Miyares offers his take on gun control

Miyares offers his take on gun control
While Democrats tend to favor gun control and limiting who can purchase firearms as a way to curb gun violence, Republicans like Virginia Attorney General ...
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Montana first state to ban TikTok; Local expert weighs in

Montana first state to ban TikTok; Local expert weighs in
As Congress debates whether to ban the popular social media site nationwide, one state has already signed a ban bill into law. WFIR's Emma Thomas ...
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Coalition asks Youngkin, lawmakers to fill key positions

Coalition asks Youngkin, lawmakers to fill key positions
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A coalition that includes influential business and advocacy groups wrote this week to Virginia lawmakers and Gov. Glenn Youngkin, asking them ...
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Salem Museum Speaker Series: Protecting the lands and waters we love

Salem Museum Speaker Series: Protecting the lands and waters we love
The Roanoke Valley is situated in a region of great natural beauty, enjoyed by residents and visitors alike. The Blue Ridge Land Conservancy (BRLC) is ...
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Find a fawn? Here’s what to do

Find a fawn? Here's what to do
A wildlife rehab center is reminding people of deer "do's" and "don't's" as fawn season gets underway. WFIR's Emma Thomas reports: ...
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Historic cottage in Washington Park may be removed for new city pool

Historic cottage in Washington Park may be removed for new city pool
Washington Park’s new swimming pool will likely need to be placed on the site of a crumbling, 19th-century caretaker’s cottage, according to current city plans ...
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Local Colors, Hidden in Plain Sight documentary and more

Local Colors, Hidden in Plain Sight documentary and more
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar - sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission - roanokearts.org. With a look at some of ...
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Downtown nightspot to honor local musician who who died at 36

Downtown nightspot to honor local musician who who died at 36
A popular Roanoke nightspot is set to honor a local musical mainstay who recently passed away. Martin's Downtown will hold a special show Thursday honoring ...
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Fear no insects: Message in new MM Zoo playground

Fear no insects: Message in new MM Zoo playground
Mill Mountain Zoo opens a new playground Thursday, one aimed at helping children learn the value of insects. The zoo and Carilion Children's have teamed ...
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Vinton celebrates new Valley Metro covered bus stop

Vinton celebrates new Valley Metro covered bus stop
For a second time Valley Metro, The Town of Vinton and the Vinton Breakfast Lions Club have come together to build a modern looking, covered ...
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Tech economist on global impact of debt ceiling default

Tech economist on global impact of debt ceiling default
President Biden was scheduled to meet yesterday with Republican Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy to discuss the debt ceiling vote impasse over the budget ...
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RAM House looking for new building – in order to expand services

RAM House looking for new building - in order to expand services
RAM House – short for Roanoke Area Ministries – is the largest day shelter for the homeless in Roanoke, open 365 days a year. RAM ...
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Non-profit widening medication access in VA celebrates 1 million prescripti...

Non-profit widening medication access in VA celebrates 1 million prescriptions
After nearly two decades in the business of getting people the medications they need, one non-profit reflects on what's changed and what's stayed the same ...
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Arner promoted at Carilion

Arner promoted at Carilion
Carilion Clinic today announced that Steve Arner  has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer of the $2.4 billion not-for-profit academic health system and Nancy ...
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Local Colors festival returning to Elmwood Park this weekend

Local Colors festival returning to Elmwood Park this weekend
A local favorite highlighting diversity in the Valley is back and bigger than before. WFIR's Emma Thomas reports on Local Colors: ...
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New Bedford shop brings vendors to one place

New Bedford shop brings vendors to one place
A shop in Bedford is helping you shop “local” without going to several shops to do it. WFIR’s Ian Price has more ...
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Hidden local history to be uncovered this weekend

Hidden local history to be uncovered this weekend
Roanoke's forgotten history will be uncovered with the premiere of a documentary film. WFIR's Emma Thomas has more on "Hidden in Plain Site": Click here ...
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