Professor turned author highlights the woman behind famous scandal Emma Thomas January 2, 2023 1 minute read A professor of history has put pen to page to draw attention to a woman before her time, and the societal issues she faced. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: Share: Post navigation Previous: American Lung Association suggests “Tobacco-free ’23”Next: Buchanan development will include craft brewery, apartments Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026