Bob Clark
A judge’s ruling means big savings for Virginia taxpayers — and some limits on the Environmental Protection Agency. The case involves stormwater runoff in Fairfax County, and the ruling says the EPA exceeded its authority in attempting to regulate water as a pollutant. WFIR’s Bob Clark reports.
Click here for Attorney General Cuccinelli’s full news release.
An important decision on the future of the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford is expected in March. The D-Day Memorial expects to learn if it might become part of the National Park Service. Officials say they are operating as though it will not happen and have put into effect plans to go it alone. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
Mike Bailey
A Hollins area resident and businessman is seeking a seat on the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors. Mike Bailey announced Wednesday he will run for the Hollins Magisterial District seat held by Richard Flora, who is retiring. Bailey is a long-time insurance company owner. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
Any Roanoke resident wanting to take part in the Citizen Budget Academy needs to act today.
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Thomas Jefferson’s retreat is open this week to welcome visitors — the first time Poplar Forest has opened its doors between the Christmas and New Year holidays. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
Click here for the Poplar Forest website.
Trash collection is Roanoke County has been suspended for the day. Officials say the wintry road conditions made it unsafe for trash to be collected in many parts of the county. Officials say the garbage will be picked up just a soon as it can be safely done. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
A Virginia Tech student concludes that humidity plays in an important role in flu’s greater prevalence during the winter months. A Tech associate professor was looking for the reason why her children seem to always contract the flu during the winter season. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
Click here to read the ful Virginia Tech news release.
The local Better Business Bureau is warning of Phishing scams. President Julie Wheeler says some emails indicate they are coming from the BBB of Western Virginia. These emails are looking for personal information and should not be opened. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.