Roanoke Valley school districts host annual “Load the Bus” supply drive ahead of tax-free weekend in August Web Staff July 21, 2025 1 minute 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 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 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0