Roanoke Valley school districts host annual “Load the Bus” supply drive ahead of tax-free weekend in August Web Staff July 21, 2025 1 min read School districts around the Roanoke Valley are collecting donations of school supplies for the upcoming academic year, and they are encouraging more people to come out and help “Load the Bus.” WFIR’s Conner Arthur has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Commanders sign Von Miller; McLaurin contract situation looms as camp opensNext: Virginia back in play for Commanders stadium as President Trump ties deal to name change Related Stories 1 min read Get ready to shop locally Denise Membreno November 28, 2025 0 1 min read Two National Guard members shot in DC Gene Marrano November 26, 2025 0 1 min read Virginians will keep spending this holiday season – with some tweaks on what they purchase Gene Marrano November 26, 2025 0