Beacon Initiative opening new avenues for local middle schoolers Emma Thomas May 5, 2023 1 min read Photo: Students in the Beacons Program working together A new after school program aimed at helping kids through a tough transition is growing fast. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Click here to learn more about the program About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Coalition says “Go Green” during Mental Health Awareness monthNext: Dawgs HC Dan Bremner live on winning the President’s Cup Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025