Symphony under the Stars returns with new music
Elmwood Park is gearing up to host its much-anticipated concert under the stars. WFIR's Emma Thomas has a sneak peek at this year's Symphony under ...
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Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross brings on sponsor with local ties
The Virginia's Blue Ridge Go Cross race series at Fallon Park on September 16th and 17th that is now part of a national bike racing ...
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Local author shines light on first responders’ mental health
Author David B. Pope is using his memoir to shine a light on first responders mental health. WFIR's Emma Thomas has more: ...
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Roanoke ranks low in nationwide real estate market comparison
A new study finds that Roanoke's real estate market leaves something to be desired. WFIR's Emma Thomas has details: ...
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Inflation is down … why are prices still up?
Roanoke College's Quarterly Virginia Consumer Sentiment Report has found people are frustrated by high prices. WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno has the details ...
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First GOP presidential debate tonight; local expert offers preview
The Presidential primaries don't get underway until early 2024 but the Republican party has a crowded field of contenders and many have qualified for the ...
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RSO season kicks off this weekend; retired Fire-EMS veteran has book signin...
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar - With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in ...
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Jae Valley Road crash, road closure includes fatality
(from Roanoke County PD) On Tuesday August 22 a 2005 Mack Truck driven by Michael Thornton was traveling northbound in the 4200 block of Jae ...
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Affordable housing complex coming to Salem Avenue in downtown Roanoke
Roanoke City Council passed an ordinance last night that will pave the way for an affordable housing complex on Salem Avenue in downtown Roanoke, near ...
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Roanoke City Public Schools back in session
The first bell has rung on the new school year in Roanoke City. As WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno reports students are still recovering from learning ...
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Phone lines down for all Roanoke County schools and buildings
From Roanoke County Public Schools: Currently, phone lines are down for all schools and buildings in Roanoke County Public Schools. Alternative numbers have been established ...
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New tech is putting smiles on local patient’s faces
A local dental office is offering a first-of-its-kind treatment to patients in the region. WFIR's Emma Thomas has details on the "Same Day Smile" technology: ...
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Northwest Roanoke now also part of the “Bee City” designation
Bees and people alike have a new attraction in Northwest Roanoke, thanks to the efforts of the Northwest Faith Partnership, Mill Mountain Garden Club, and ...
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Cold therapy could spell the end for the opioid crisis
A local physician says cold therapy could be the key to fighting chronic pain -- and the opioid crisis. WFIR's Emma Thomas has details: ...
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K92 raising money to replace stolen Boys and Girls Club bikes
After bicycles were stolen from the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia, one of our sister stations is trying to bridge the gap. Thieves ...
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Catawba Sustainability Center host area’s first Farm Dinner Theatre
Farmers are invited to a locally sourced dinner with a touch of theater thrown in. The only caveat is they are the actors. WFIR's Denise ...
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FloydFest has permits in hand for return in 2024 at new site
The company behind FloydFest has received its final permit approval to develop its new Festival Park - and has confirmed the music festival will be ...
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Local sociology expert weighs-in on the Maui wildfires
A Virginia Tech professor of sociology gives an idea of how the community could respond to the wildfires that decimated Maui. WFIR's Emma Thomas has ...
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Arrest in Salem after morning robbery
Salem Police arrested Leonard Childress of Roanoke this morning and charged the 45-year-old with two counts of Robbery related to a call for help in ...
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Habitat-Roanoke building first house with insulated concrete walls
Since 1986 Habitat for Humanity in Roanoke has built over 280 affordable homes for first-time owners who must pay the mortgage after contributing their own ...
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