Vinton native discusses how Japanese feel about Olympics Ian Price July 27, 2021 1 minute read An English teacher in Japan who grew up in the Roanoke Valley is weighing in on reports that the Japanese don’t want the Olympics there while the fight against COVID-19 continues. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Is there a tipping point where masks make a comeback?Next: Summit View Business Park cuts ribbon on first tenant Related Stories Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 UW shows off new home at an upcoming open house Denise Membreno April 7, 2026 Lebanese Festival preparing to celebrate 25th anniversary Clark Palmer April 7, 2026
An English teacher in Japan who grew up in the Roanoke Valley is weighing in on reports that the Japanese don’t want the Olympics there while the fight against COVID-19 continues. WFIR’s Ian Price has more:
