Local Business and Economic Development
100 years ago this month a general contractor well-known in the Roanoke Valley made its debut. Lionberger Construction serves the regional, commercial and industrial markets. Live in studio to talk about their century of service this morning was CEO Sam Lionberger III (at far left in photo) and his younger brother Greg (center), who joined the family company just last year:
Photo: Flyer for RFW 2023 Finale
Roanoke’s Fashion Week is returning for its fourth year — now with an all new line-up of events. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details:
Domino’s latest addition to their fleet is paying off in more ways than one. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more on the new electric vehicles delivering pizza all around Roanoke:
During his State of the Town Address, Vinton Mayor Brad Grose, says ground will be breaking soon on a project that could change the face of the town. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story:
Eddy Alexander photo
After 2 years of construction a 124-room hotel across from the Radford University campus cut the ribbon today. The Highlander Radford also features a rooftop restaurant with mountain views, conference space, a coffee shop and visitor center. Rachel Pegues the general manager:
In a bid to improve service reliability, AEP has submitted a rate review application asking to increase rates by over $200-million dollars. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story:
Organizers say their upcoming women’s conference will put community and connection at its center. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details:
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Organizers want to dispel a common misconception about a long-held Vinton tradition. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: