Official defends early cancellations ahead of Hurricane Florence Ian Price September 13, 2018 1 minute read While some may argue that the school dismissals and event postponements in anticipation of Hurricane Florence were done prematurely — a state official would disagree. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Kaine talks to FEMA, Governor about Hurricane prepNext: Salem Half Marathon is one month away – there’s a new medal for finishers Related Stories Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 June is Gun Violence Awareness Month – the local group “Fed Up” will hold an event next Friday Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 Governor Spanberger announces dismissal of Rector of Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Clark Palmer May 28, 2026