Taylor Sherrill
Roanoke has long spent money helping people experiencing homelessness secure permanent housing. But in recent years, the city has also directed more funds to less typical agencies now tasked with cracking down on an influx of people living outdoors. In conjunction with online news source the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story:
Members of Roanoke City Council considered passing a resolution last year in support of abortion access, but the effort fizzled because only one councilman supported the move, The Roanoke Rambler has learned. In conjunction with the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story:
Residents nearby the Evans Spring proposed development say no — but Roanoke City and property owners say the 150 acres of land across the interstate from Valley View Mall will have to be developed. In conjunction with online news source, The Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has that story.
Since it began over three years ago, Roanoke’s gun violence prevention commission has been a frequent target of criticism — including from elected officials largely sympathetic to its mission. In conjunction with the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story:
Roanoke hopes to construct 40 new units of affordable housing in the coming years as part of an unprecedented investment of nearly $7 million in federal funds to address the issue. But the city is short more than 3,500 affordable housing units, with one housing agency estimating the need is twice that, according to a city plan. In conjunction with the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill has the story: