Report: Virginia industries release fewer toxic chemicals into environment Evan Jones April 4, 2016 1 min read State environmental officials say Virginia industries are treating and recycling more toxic chemicals then ever before — instead of releasing them into the air, water or land. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Click here to read the full report. Share: Continue Reading Previous: City wants input on wireless policiesNext: Roanoke City council candidates did not understand “Sanctuary City” question Related Stories 1 min read Open Studios Roanoke tour, RSO’s Portraits of America and storytelling festival at Camp Bethel Gene Marrano April 23, 2025 2 min read Chip of the Roanoke Valley unveils renovated headquarters to expand services Ian Price April 22, 2025 1 min read A sign of life on a distant planet? Gene Marrano April 22, 2025