Expert explains Downtown Roanoke’s recent bear scare Emma Thomas July 19, 2023 1 min read After a recent bear scare in Downtown Roanoke, one expert gets to the bottom of what caused it. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that and what to do if you find a bear in your neighborhood: Click here for more resources on keep bears at bay Share: Continue Reading Previous: Rescue Mission celebrates 75 years of service to the homelessNext: Area’s rail heritage on display at local museums Related Stories 1 min read Massive quake hits Myanmar and Thailand; hundreds dead, aid needed Ian Price March 28, 2025 1 min read State agencies end DEI programs or face losing funding Denise Membreno March 28, 2025 1 min read HomeTrust Bank stock moves to New York Stock Exchange, local branches remain unchanged Ian Price March 28, 2025