New grant will help local program build more “Bridges” Emma Thomas August 11, 2023 1 minute read Photo: From Roanoke College Facebook page A local program aiming to create a “grow-your-own” pipeline of local teachers is the recipient of a major grant. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has the latest on the Bridges Program: Click here to learn more about the partnership Share: Post navigation Previous: Former Jan. 6th Committee adviser weighs in on Trump indictmentsNext: Roanoke seeks public comments on qualifications for next Chief of Police Related Stories 3 minutes read Old Dominion University alumna killed in Minneapolis ICE shooting Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 4 minutes read Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo returns this weekend with high-stakes competition Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 3 minutes read Radford University chair warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ as Venezuela transitions to new leadership Ian Price January 8, 2026 0