Bob Clark
A special pet-friendly adoption event is scheduled for Rocky Mount tomorrow. Pet-friendly cats, dogs, puppies and kittens from the Franklin County Humane Society shelter will be available for adoption. More on the story from WFIR’s Bob Clark.
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Feeding America Southwest Virginia needs help with the holiday seasons approaching. WFIR”s Bob Clark reports.
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A Virginia state commission is seeking public feedback on a dementia care plan for seniors. With the rate of Alzheimer’s on the rise, state officials are looking for better ways to diagnose, care for and inform residents about dementia. WFIR’s Bob Clark Reports.
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There’s a new effort underway to help reduce texting while driving. The AAA’s Foundation for Traffic safety finds even though most people agree texting while driving is dangerous, some drivers still do so. The story from WFIR’s Bob Clark.
A just-released report shows workplace deaths have fallen in Virginia. Details from WFIR’s Bob Clark.
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St. Francis Service Dogs Photo
The Dog Days are here for the Valley — Saturday’s 7th annual DogtoberFest. The event benefits St.Francis Service Dogs, which expects 4,000 visitors and 1,500 dogs to participate. DogtoberFest is held at 8232 Enon Drive in Roanoke County and is tomorrow from 10 to 4. Details from WFIR’s Bob Clark.
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New special license plates will be available to Virginia residents soon. Details from News/Talk 960’s Bob Clark.
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Chief Ray Lavinder
Roanoke County Police Chief Ray Lavinder says he will retire this fall, ending a law enforcement career lasting three decades. He spoke with News/Talk 960’s Bob Clark.
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The Western Virginia Education Classic is ready for another year. The details from News/Talk 960’s Bob Clark.
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Virginia emergency management officials says the commonwealth is prepared for Hurricane Irene. News/Talk 960’s Bob Clark has the story.
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