Evan Jones
A new statewide poll shows Herman Cain and Mitt Romney are the current favorites among Virginia Republicans and support plunging for Rick Perry. But the poll’s director says the recent changes are hardly unusual at this early point in a presidential election cycle. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
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Roanoke City Manager Chris Morrill says City Council members may have to decide on eliminating some city services altogether in the next budget year. This comes as administrators prepare a budget for consideration next winter. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
Norfolk Southern’s Chief Executive Officer says the railroad is ready to help Amtrak and Virginia extend service from Lynchburg to Roanoke — if the state pays about $140 million for upgrades to the line. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
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Flu season is nearing, and state health officials say this year’s flu vaccines are both in good supply and a good match for this year’s expected flu strains. Public flu vaccine clinics are now operating regularly in the Roanoke Valley, including one at Valley View Mall. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. (Continue reading for a list of Roanoke area public flu vaccine clinics.)
DMV officials say they won’t be able to process first-time Virginia drivers’ licenses tomorrow. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones.
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This could turn into another challenging — and perhaps unpleasant — year for municipal government and school system budget planners who worry what a second economic downturn might bring. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
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Salem Dog Park Facebook photo
Salem officially dedicates its new Dog Park today with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting. Business and private donations covered the $40,000 cost of equipment, and city crews took care of construction. The ribbon-cutting comes at noon, with activities scheduled each hour throughout the afternoon.
Click here for a link to more information and today’s schedule of activities.
Click here to see the Salem Dog Park’s location.
The House of Representatives is now considering a bill sponsored by Congressman Morgan Griffith that takes on the Environmental Protection Agency. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
Stan Seymour
The owner of the valley’s Bojangle’s restaurants was big news last week when he challenged Salem’s initial OK of a Chik-fil-A site plan. But Stan Seymour has been much more quiet seeking something else — a Roanoke County supervisor’s seat. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more.
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The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in car
Appalachian Power is exploring a special pricing program for people who use plug-in electric vehicles. It would be similar to one now being implemented by another major Virginia utility. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story.
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