Evan Jones

The “Eat for Education” meals tax continues to bring in more money for Roanoke City Schools than last year, generating almost $1.2 million from July through September. But as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, the debate is turning now toward whether to extend it.
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Tomorrow’s Veterans Day observance at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford will include many school students — with the hope that younger Americans can fully understand the day’s history and meaning. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more.
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Almost 11 years after a historic Roanoke landmark nearly burned to the ground, restoration work appears ready to begin. A contract should be awarded later this month to restore the former Virginian railway station. The latest from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
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Ernest Grubbs

The 16-year-old Bedford County girl missing since late Sunday night has been found, and the former sheriff’s deputy found with her faces abduction charges. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
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State Senator John Edwards hadn’t faced a November opponent in the 21st District since 1999,  but he’s heading back to Richmond for a fifth term after downing Delegate Dave Nutter by 12 per centage points. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
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The most widely-watched contests in our region appear to be those for several State Senate seats — and for good reason. They may determine which party controls the Senate, and as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, control much more.

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Most voters will head for familiar polling sites today, but a smaller number must go to new locations. In Roanoke City, there are three changes from previous elections. Botetourt County has moved two sites, and Roanoke County changed one. If you are not sure where to vote, check your voting card, call your local registrar, or click here for the Virginia State Board of Elections web site. Type in your address, and it tells you where to vote.

Sheriff Chuck Wright

A South Carolina sheriff whose deputy was shot in the face says the suspect captured today in southwest Virginia has a lengthy criminal record and should not have been free to begin with. Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright says the justice system failed Deputy Brad James, and he called upon his county’s residents to arm and protect themselves. More on that from WFIR’s Evan Jones.

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Roanoke County wasted no time getting the word out on a new — and favorable — ranking. This one lists the county among smaller metro areas most likely to become the next Silicon Valley. BusinessInsider.com looked at things like broadband availability, a relatively healthy local economy, and the presence of  a nearby colleges or university in creating it list.More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.

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