Evan Jones
Pediatric dentists from Virginia Commonwealth University will provide dental services today to hundreds of Roanoke-area children. It’s part of an ongoing local program that also seeks to educate parents on the importance of child dental care. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
State environmental officials say Virginia industries are treating and recycling more toxic chemicals then ever before — instead of releasing them into the air, water or land. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
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Rev. Chris Vorderbruggen
A priest who has made awareness of human sex trafficking a central part of his mission is speaking tonight at Sweet Briar College, hoping his efforts help lead to more action against those responsible — and more hope for the victims. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
Vorderbruggen speaks tonight at Sweet Briar College. Click here for full event information.
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The Norfolk and Western 611 locomotive begins this year’s excursion schedule two weeks from tomorrow, excursions that are turning into an important fund-raiser for the Virginia Museum of Transportation. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
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The Democratic presidential race takes center stage this coming weekend, with caucuses in three western states. Our political analyst says Bernie Sanders might still impact the fall campaign, even with no apparent shot at winning the party’s nomination. WFIR’s Evan Jones with more.
The news that Deschutes Brewery is coming to Roanoke is a big boost to the region in several ways — and it enhances Virginia’s growing role as a home to craft brewers. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
Click here for Deschutes’ web site on its future Roanoke location
Rev. Eric Long
The North Cross School community remembered Patrick and Logan McKinnon yesterday in a prayer service at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Roanoke. St. John’s Rector Eric Long says tragedies such as the weekend fatal house fire can help us all remember what is important in life — and to gather strength by sharing sorrow together. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.