Bella helping kids read at the Rescue Mission Timothy Martin June 21, 2012 1 minute read Earlier this week, we told you about the Rescue Mission using dogs to help people in recovery. But WFIR’s Timothy Martin says the mission has started another program involving kids, books and a dog named Bella. Click here for more information. Share: Post navigation Previous: Steam locomotive passenger excursions return to RoanokeNext: Hot weather poses dangers to cars Related Stories Town of Rocky Mount adds land and residents Denise Membreno February 2, 2026 0 Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0