Gene Marrano
Like other localities, Roanoke County is gearing up for a recount of the votes in the battle for Virginia attorney general. After a day of training the recount will take place tomorrow. The results will be sent by a State Police escort to a Richmond Court, which could settle the disputed election by Wednesday. Democrat Mark Herring currently holds a slim lead over Republican Mark Obenshain. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more.
Anyone still with holiday shopping to do can look forward to somewhat warmer weather for the next few weeks.
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg says temperatures in the Roanoke Valley are expected to be in the middle to upper 40’s through the rest of 2013. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story.
Holiday packages are being delivered by the thousands at this time of year. The local Better Business Bureau advises consumers to have someone available to receive packages being delivered to homes. Every year during the holidays thieves make of with items left unattended. WFIR’s Bob Clark has more
The Championships keep coming to the city of Salem. 13 more NCCA events means more championships will be played in the city through 2018. Since 1993 the Stagg Bowl and other events have had an economic impact of about $75 million dollars in the local area. WFIR’s Bob Clark explains.
Instead of duplicating their efforts, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is working with the Academy of Fine Arts, offering joint adult arts classes at the Academy’s downtown location. The two organizations announced the partnership last night. It’s also designed to help make downtown more of a cultural hub. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story.
Mill Mountain Theatre has a major hit on its hands with the Sound of Music. Producing managing Director Ginger Poole says ticket sales are brisk, and she adds that patrons have been very supportive of the “new” theater organization since it returned last spring. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story.