5th District candidates continue debate over police reform Clark Palmer September 18, 2020 1 min read Congressional candidates vying for a chance to represent Virginia’s 5th District — which includes parts of Bedford County and all of Franklin County — are discussing topics including police reform. WFIR’s Clark Palmer explains. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke man charged with 2017 arson, murderNext: Local registrar claims mail-in voting more secure in Roanoke Valley Related Stories 1 min read Skills USA Virginia annual demos and competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano April 4, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City to be site of Hands Off protest Clark Palmer April 4, 2025 1 min read The Salem Red Sox season opener is tonight Denise Membreno April 4, 2025