Officials discuss why Roanoke’s population shifted since census Web Staff April 1, 2022 1 min read After flirting with a population of 100,000, Roanoke City dipped below six figures over a tumultuous pandemic year, according to new census data. In conjunction with the online news source, The Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story. About the Author Web Staff Contributor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke County wants more feedback on the “200 plan”Next: Henrico County police officer dies after multi vehicle crash Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025