VA Ready Initiative launches new unemployment program Rachel Meell June 30, 2020 1 minute read The COVID-19 shutdowns have caused many to become unemployed, but a new non-profit organization has created a program to help people retrain and get new jobs. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Rita Bishop retires from Roanoke City Schools todayNext: JJ Redick says he’s addicted – to basketball Related Stories Congressman defends election reform bill against Jim Crow comparisons Ian Price February 17, 2026 0 Anti-bullying bill introduced following suicide death in Roanoke County fails in General Assembly Clark Palmer February 17, 2026 0 Town of Bedford looking for final round of feedback from residents on 2045 Comp Plan Gene Marrano February 17, 2026 0