Local author shines light on first responders’ mental health Emma Thomas August 24, 2023 1 min read Photo: Cover, from author David B. Pope’s Facebook page Author David B. Pope is using his memoir to shine a light on first responders mental health. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke ranks low in nationwide real estate market comparisonNext: Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross brings on sponsor with local ties Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke Rambler brings on veteran journalist Todd Jackson as managing editor Ian Price April 19, 2025 1 min read Feeding America says there is a “hunger crisis,” in America Gene Marrano April 18, 2025 1 min read Immersive art comes to The Eye Denise Membreno April 18, 2025