Roanoke River added to group’s endangered list Timothy Martin May 18, 2011 1 minute read The prospect of uranium mining in Southside Virginia has put the Roanoke River on one group’s list of the nation’s most endangered waterways. News/Talk 960’s Timothy Martin has details: [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/River-Danger-Wrap-1-WEB.mp3|titles=River Danger Wrap 1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Special Ed teacher named Roanoke Teacher of the YearNext: Bad news bears: out of the woods into backyards Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026