Rachel Meell
The Roanoke Valley Paralegal Association is staging its first Jaunt for Justice 5K on Saturday, October 3rd and they are planning to have people participate in person and virtually. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story:
For more information about the event, click here. To register for the 5K run/walk, click here.
The passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg rocked the nation over the past few days. One Roanoke College professor is sharing the personal experiences he had with Ginsburg. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story:
Photo: Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge
The official start of fall is tomorrow and Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge is helping to promote activities for residents and visitors to enjoy in the new season. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more:
For more information about the region’s outdoor amenities and events, click here.
After several months of not being able to host shows, Martin’s Downtown is bringing their live music back this Friday while still adhering to COVID-19 safety guidelines. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more:
The Gainsboro Branch Library is being rejuvenated to make it an even better place for the community to enjoy in the future. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more:
Roanoke Gas Company is partnering with Botetourt County to help bring natural gas services to the Blue Ridge community for a new school and the surrounding area. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more:
For more information on the project or how to get natural gas services, click here.
Like many small businesses, farm operations have been hit hard because of the COVID-19 pandemic. To help relieve some of the burden, the Botetourt County Board of Supervisors has started a new grant program for farmers. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story:
For more information on the grant program and how to apply, click here.
Retirement Unlimited Incorporated created a special gift card program to encourage the employees who have been dedicated to continuing to come to work and keep residents safe through the COVID-19 crisis. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story:
Members of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League will be presenting a special unity banner tomorrow afternoon to encourage the efforts being made against the Mountain Valley Pipeline. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has the story:
COVID-19 has made it difficult to hold gatherings and many have had to cancel events entirely. The American Legion Post three is planning a 5K run for this November to give the community something fun to do in a safe setting, while also doing some fundraising. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more:
For more information about the event, click here. To register for the 5K run/walk, click here.