Church offers support to essential workers and small business amid pandemic Clark Palmer April 3, 2020 1 min read A church in our area is asking residents to take time and support local businesses and think about essential workers dealing with the pandemic. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Northam orders hiring freeze, agency heads to look for cutsNext: COVID-19 cases continue climb in Roanoke region Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke tourism hits record high, lowering resident tax burden Ian Price October 7, 2025 1 min read Latest Wason Center survey of likely voters shows statewide Democratic ticket still leads for Gov.-Lt. Gov.-AG Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra opens its new season with a Disco pops concert – and Beethoven’s outdoor musings Gene Marrano October 6, 2025