Web Staff
In his new book ‘Walk, Ride, Paddle,’ Senator Tim Kaine details his experiences appreciating nearby nature amid his 60th birthday in 2019, WFIR’s Alex Torres has details:
In less than 2 weeks, the moon will pass in front of the sun, casting a shadow across the US. The astronomical event has Virginia’s State Parks gearing up to host spectators leading up to the eclipse of the sun. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more:
Employers and young professionals, registration is open for Get2KnowNoke’s OnBoardROA. The 8-week program provides new hires and interns professional development and fun, all while getting to know the region. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports.
This year’s OnBoardROA cohort kicks off June 5. The program is an effort to keep young professionals in the region. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports.
A Roanoke youth organization is hosting clubs from Virginia and Washington D.C. to compete for the title ‘Youth of the Year,’ WFIR’s Alex Torres has details:
David Ramey: Gainsboro Road and Beyond is an exhibit highlighting the impact urban renewal had on the Gainsboro area. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more on what people are saying about the work of the artist and former resident:
Women history month | Freepik
March is Women’s History Month…At Virginia Tech women are changing the landscape of the field of engineering. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno introduces us to one of the changemakers.
Virginia Tech’s top ranked Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering boosts 12 women faculty and researchers who are inspiring and paving the way for the next generation. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno introduces us to Department head Dr. Eileen Van Aken.
Roanoke creatives a national arts organization wants to hear from you. The results of a survey through roanokearts.org could bring affordable housing and workplaces for creatives to the area. The only caveat is the survey closes tonight at midnight. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more.
Click here for more information and to access the survey
A recovered bird of prey will be released this afternoon in Bedford County; it’s just one example of how the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke works to assist nature’s wounded animals, WFIR’s Alex Torres has details:
A pretty humble program is hosting local middle and high school girls for a day of exploring professions at a Hollins University, WFIR’s Alex Torres reports:
Mill Mountain Theatre wants to help you to Escape to Margaritaville. A musical comedy by the same name opens Wednesday.
WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more.
It’s time to get your island groove back with Escape to Margaritaville. The musical comedy starts its run at Mill Mountain Theatre Wednesday. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports.